The Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast

Did you know that 7.3 million women in the US have received medical care for infertility? That's a lot! For many of you listening, you know how hard this process can be, on all fronts including the toll it can take physically, emotionally and even spiritually.  In today's episode, I share my insight on why its important to prepare your body and how to optimize it before moving forward with any ass...

PCOS is one of the most common causes of female infertility, affecting as many as 5 million women in the US; In today's episode I interview Caitlin Johnson, a Registered Dietician with advanced training in functional medicine to talk about the genetic component of PCOS and how women can utilize nutrition strategies to support their fertility and help them get pregnant.  Episode Highlights Caitlin'...

In today's episode, I interview Aimee Raupp, a women's health and fertility expert and bestselling author of Yes you can get pregnant and The Egg Quality diet. We dive into the concept of epigenetics, where we discuss how fertility is not destined to the fate of your genes, but by the way you live your life.  Aimee shares her perspective on fertility through the lense of biological age versus chro...

One of the biggest challenges with supplements is that there are so many brands on the market and it's hard to know which ones to trust and which ones to take. Some are expensive and adding them into a daily routine can be overwhelming.  In today's episode I share my top 5 fertility supporting supplements that are the required foundations for preparing the body for pregnancy.  Episode highlights:...

More than 2000 years ago, Hippocrates said all disease begins in the gut! Studies are now proving his theory to be true. When we experience ailments and discomfort in our bodies, most of us don't think about starting with the gut. If you're preparing for pregnancy, join me and gut health nutritionist, Rachel Kalmar, as we dive into gut health and its vital role in optimizing overall and reproducti...

Not getting your monthly menstrual cycle? This could mean your body has shut down its reproductive system. Fortunately, you can get your period back, bringing you closer to pregnancy.  In today's episode, I interview Dani Sheriff, the founder of The HA Society, and we discuss how she's using recovery coaching to help women with hypothalamic amenorrhea to get their periods back so they can optimize...

After pregnancy loss and let down, it can be hard to keep believing that you're ever going to become a mom. There eventually comes a point where it's just too painful and you think about giving up. I hear you and see this in my practice a lot. In today's episode, I'll share the common signs and symptoms along with 5 causes of miscarraige. Then you'll hear from a past client who struggled with a lo...

Knowing how much to eat and exercise for optimal fertility can be confusing. In today's episode on The Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast I'm joined by Haley Smith, a women's health nutritionist and certified fertility awareness practitioner.  We take a deep dive into the relationship between fertility, exercise and nutrition. We'll cover the body's internal landscape and how to use your fertile sign...

Castor oil has a long history of medical use dating back thousands of years. Today it is a natural remedy commonly used for detoxification, supporting menstrual cycles along with its beautifying effects. In today's episode you'll discover how you can boost your fertility using castor oil packs. Episode Highlights: What attracted Sherri to practice homeopathic medicine. How castor oil packs work, i...

People for the longest time have been skeptical about cleansing. Is there a purpose for it or is it just a fad? In today's episode I'm going to share why it's essential to spend time detoxing and cleansing prior to getting pregnant. You will also get the top 5 foods that should be removed while you prepare for pregnancy. Episode highlights: The best time to cleanse when planning for a baby Environ...

I can bet that you've been told to take folic acid now that you are thinking about getting pregnant, am I right?   In today's episode you're going to get crystal clear on the difference between folic acid and folate and which one is optimal for preparing your body for pregnancy.  Episode highlights: What is the difference between folic acid and folate? How to find this essential nutrient from food...

There are so many ways we can use our bodies to better understand our health and fertility. Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, joins me in this episode to discuss her approach to fertility awareness by recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign of our essential health in order to help educate women in taking charge of their ferti...

Body literacy and awareness are the most liberating and empowering tools women can use for their own health. I have the pleasure of interviewing Nora Pope and Dr. Jessica Liu, the co-creators of Fertility Continuing Education who are passionate about cycle charting and educating women and healthcare practitioners about the power of tuning in to our body's rhythms without shame. Episode Highlights:...

Have you ever felt stuck during your fertility journey? This week's guest is familiar with the struggle and will guide you to freeing yourself from the cycle of grief and disappointment. As a therapist and fertile life coach, Dr. Maria Rothenburger combines both down-to-earth, scientific approaches with intuitive, spiritual strategies to create a truly unique approach for you to connect with your...

Preparing for pregnancy is so much more than being ready to become pregnant. In this week's episode, I have invited Liz Sandoz, a certified birth doula and host of the Miraculous Mamas Podcast , to go in-depth about her pregnancy planning philosophy and what steps women can take to create their optimal birth plan. Episode Highlights: What sparked Liz' passion for birth work. How women can be more...

When life doesn't go as planned, it's the waiting for something to manifest that's often the most difficult part. In today's episode, Melissa Vande Kieft, author of the book, Living in the Wait: How to Use the Delays in Life Differently , joins me to talk about how we can better navigate these periods of uncertainty and make them more fulfilling and purposeful. Episode Highlights: Melissa's journe...

This episode is all about blood sugar. Balanced blood sugar = balanced hormones = best chance to get pregnant. Join me for some fun facts and 3 easy tips to boost your fertility.   Related Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturally...

Where do you start when preparing the body for pregnancy? In my conversation with functional nutritionist Kitty Martone (aka The Healthy Gut Girl), we talk about the 5 overlooked foundational basics for health when it comes to preparing the body for optimal pregnancy. Find out how Kitty and I help prep our clients for pregnancy and the key tips you can also use to get started. Related Links: Apply...

Progesterone is a key fertility and pregnancy hormone that primes the uterus for a successful pregnancy. In today's episode, you discover why progesterone is so important, telltale signs and symptoms the body presents when progesterone is low and 4 holistic health tips on how to naturally boost progesterone.  Related Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for a colle...

Your menstrual cycle is your monthly report card on how your body is responding to your environment on a cycle by cycle basis.  Did you know your body has different nutritional needs at different phases of your menstrual cycle?  In this episode you will understand: The key hormones and how they prepare your body for pregnancy every single cycle The key phases of your menstrual cycle How to master...

Michelle Oravitz is an acupuncturist, ayurvedic practitioner, and certified hypnotherapist specializing in fertility health.   In this episode, we dive into how to harness your innate body's wisdom through your chi (Qi) energy to improve your reproductive health. Related Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get...

Meet your podcast host Nora DeBora.  She shares her personal story on how she's naturally preserving her fertility at 38-years old and why she became a Preconception Health Coach.   In today's episode, you learn about five key reasons as to why it's important for women (at any age) to properly prepare their bodies for pregnancy. Related Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Cl...