Functional Fertility with Dr. Kalea Wattles

Uncovering Unseen Fertility Blocks with Dr. Katie Rose

In this episode of the Functional Fertility podcast, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by naturopathic doctor and fertility coach, Dr. Katie Rose. Dr. Rose shares some of the most common patterns and conditions she discovers in patients who have been diagnosed with "unexplained infertility." She will also shed light on some areas that are often left unexplored during the evaluation process. Moreover, she will discuss her three-step method to support the body, mind, and spirit during the fertility journey and will provide insights on how to manage fear that might come up when trying to get pregnant. Additionally, Dr. Rose will delve into how holding onto anger can impact fertility and how addressing emotional and spiritual health is essential when trying to conceive.

Mindful Movement For Preconception, Pregnancy, and Beyond With Certified Pre-and-Postnatal Coach Samantha Minns

On this episode of the Functional Fertility podcast, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by Certified Nutrition Specialist and Certified Pre- and Postnatal Coach, Samantha Minns. Samantha shares the benefits of a regularly moving our body as we prepare for pregnancy, along with realistic strategies for incorporating effective, mindful movement into our daily routines. Samantha shares how to train specifically for supporting insulin sensitivity, powering mitochondrial health, preparing for labor, and repairing diastasis recti. Further, Samantha answers some frequently asked questions, including how to avoid over-exercising when trying to conceive, how to adjust energy intake to remain nourished with increasing activity levels, and how to safely maintain exercise during pregnancy.

Nurturing Your Nervous System For Functional Fertility With Olivia Mitchell

On this episode of Functional Fertility, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by dietitian Olivia Mitchell. Olivia discussed fertility stressors, and clarifies that stress doesn't just mean the typical stressors like schedules, responsibilities, and finances. This episode explores some of the ways perfectionism, hustle culture, inflammation, hormonal imbalance, inflammation, and nervous system dysfunction can show up in our lives and impact our fertility journey. Finally, we'll learn some of Olivia's favorite stress-relieving techniques for those on a fertility journey.

Exploring The Heart-Uterus Connection With Michelle Oravitz

In this episode of Functional Fertility, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by acupuncturist, hypnotherapist, and Ayurvedic practitioner Michelle Oravitz to explore the fascinating and complex connection between the heart and uterus. The heart-uterus connection is deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, with imbalances in this pathway contributing to infertility, menstrual disorders, anxiety, and depression. In this episode, Michelle describes the meaning of the heart-uterus connection and how it relates to fertility. She also shares some of her favorite ways to support this connection, including intimacy, lightheartedness, laughter, creativity, and grounding practices. 

Genetic Variations and Fertility: Understanding MTHFR With Dr. Kelsey Stang

In this episode, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by Dr. Kelsey Stang to review the impact of genetic variations on fertility and beyond. Topics include a review of folate metabolism and MTHFR, discussion of fertility-specific outcomes associated with various genetic polymorphisms, options and indications for genetic testing, and lifestyle strategies to support optimal genetic health. Further, Dr. Stang shares her top 3 tips for supporting the body's inherent cleansing abilities during the preconception time frame. 

Getting To The Root Cause of Period Pain With The Period Acupuncturist, Allison Locke

In this episode, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by The Period Acupuncturist, Allison Locke. This conversation explores the root cause of period pain and unpacks realistic strategies to optimize hormonal health and fertility. Here's what you'll learn:
Some of the most common mistakes we make when charting our cycle
What period cramps could be telling us about our overall health
How acupuncture can benefit a short luteal phase, low progesterone, thin endometrial lining, and period pain
The most important modifiable lifestyle factors for maintaining healthy hormones
How Allison is using cyclical living to harness her hormonal potential each month

Welcome to Functional Fertility with Dr. Kalea Wattles

In this trailer for the first season of Functional Fertility, Dr. Kalea Wattles highlights what listeners will gain from tuning in to the show - expert advice from some of the most experienced leaders in functional and integrative fertility.