Embrace Fertility

Episode 113: Are you dreading the weeks ahead? Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year.

You can't quite believe another ENTIRE year has gone by and you still don't have your baby. You're putting so much pressure on yourself to be pregnant by the end of 2023 you might actually implode. 

And you're not sure how you are going to get through the celebrations, the social gathers and the never ending cheer. 

I've got you. 

In this episode I talk about the four options you have for how you go into the holiday season. 

Also talk about the free class that I ran last year "Holiday Survival Guide for those trying to conceive" 

This years class will run on Sunday 19th November at 8pm GMT sign up here: www.embracefertility.co.uk/free-class

Come and say hi @embracefertility on Instagram.

Episode 112: The final installation of my three part series on how to emotionally and energetically prepare for IVF. As I’ve said in previous episodes this is also suitable for anyone who is trying to get pregnant without the help of fertility treatment.

Visualisations and hypnosis for fertility and IVF

Deeply Relax and Visualise. These MP3s have been written and recorded to allow you to experience deep relaxation, enhance your fertility and guide you to connect deeply with your body, your future child and your inner strength.
Hypnosis and visualisations can enhance fertility and support success by:
🌟 Guiding the body into a state of deep relaxation
🌟 Releasing fears and negative beliefs
🌟 Giving the unconscious mind a clear goal to work towards

All my top MP3s in one powerful bundle

I've grouped all my top tracks so this digital bundle includes:
🍍Natural Cycle Hypnosis Package 
🍍Assisted Cycle Hypnosis Package (IVF/IUI/ICSI)
🍍Visualisations and Affirmations for Pregnancy
🍍Hypnosis for Pain Management

🍍The self soothers guidance video.
Worth £100 invest in yourself and your happiness for just £55.

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/IVF

The Embrace Fertility Method

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/embrace

The Shift Package 1-1 coaching

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/coaching

Resources mentioned in episode:

Part one of series: https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/ivfprep

Part two of series:

How to decide when to start or continue fertility treatment

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/How-to-decide-when-to-start-fertility-treatment

You do not need to be perfect in order to get pregnant

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/perfection

Other useful blogs: Laparoscopy Preparation and Packing List

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/laparoscopy-preparation-and-packing-list

Episode 111: Today I’m sharing how you can clear the way for pregnancy. As mentioned last week these techniques are also suitable if you are trying to conceive without the support of fertility treatments.

Resources mentioned:

Part one of this podcast series:

www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/ivfprep

Replay of class now available:

www.embracefertility.co.uk/free-class

EFT Tapping:

www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/eft-tapping-for-infertility-and-fertility

Journalling

www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/ways-to-use-journaling-while-trying-to-conceive

Making decisions:

www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/How-to-decide-when-to-start-fertility-treatment

Come and follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration and mind-body techniques:

https://www.instagram.com/embracefertility/

Episode 110: Part one of three. Today I’m taking about resilience, The Four D’s and how to raise your vibration in preparation for IVF. (This episode will also be beneficial for those trying without the support of treatment.)

I've added a Meditation 15 mins into the Embrace Fertility mind-body app that you get instant access to when you sign up for the free class : www.embracefertility.co.uk/free-class

You make appreciate these other episodes:

How to decide when to start or continue fertility treatment

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/How-to-decide-when-to-start-fertility-treatment

You do not need to be perfect in order to get pregnant

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/perfection

How to avoid burnout while trying to get pregnant

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/avoid-burnout

Laparoscopy Preparation and Packing List

https://www.embracefertility.co.uk/blog/laparoscopy-preparation-and-packing-list%2F

Episode 109: You have probably heard of inflammation how does inflammation impact our fertility? In today’s fertility expert interview with Jaclyn Downs a Functional Nutrigenomics Consultant we will be discussing just that. 

Root causes of inflammation

We discuss common, but lesser-known root causes of inflammation that affect fertility and egg health.

What functional genomics is and how it can provide clarity on root causes and which protocols would be most effective (and why other protocols may not have worked).

Epigenetics, mold/mycotoxins, histamine, poor fatty acid utilization, iron dysregulation, addressing stress, antioxidants and detoxification pathways.

Free Cheat Sheet, How Genetic Testing Solves 'Unexplained' Infertility: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/v7g9t1

Jaclyn's book, Enhancing Fertility through Functional Medicine: Using Nutrigenomics to Solve ‘Unexplained’ Infertility is now available!

While it is tailored to the subject of fertility, the book addresses root causes of inflammation and oxidative stress, which is the foundation of all chronic conditions. This book is written for the layperson and as a handbook for the practitioner.

Buy book now

Jaclyn Downs is a Functional Nutrigenomics Consultant that has a passion for fertility optimization and reproductive wellness. She is the author of the book, Enhancing Fertility through Functional Medicine: Using Nutrigenomics to Solve 'Unexplained' Infertility, published by Taylor & Francis. This book discusses common, but lesser-known primary sources of fertility challenges. Chapter topics include oxalates, mold toxicity, iron dysregulation, phase 2 liver detox pathways, and covers the genetics related to these topics.

Through the use of functional lab testing, detailed case history, symptoms, genomics, environmental and epigenetic influences, she works with practitioners and clients to give them insight and tools to better determine root causes of imbalance. Each protocol is individualised based on these factors, ensuring higher success rates.

Jaclyn has a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Drexel University and a master’s degree in holistic nutrition. In addition to having certifications as a health coach, doula, and yoga instructor, she holds a certification in genetic nutrition with the NutriGenetic Research Institute, where she is also a researcher.

Jaclyn can be contacted through her website, JaclynDowns.com. You can contact her at [email protected] and follow her on Instagram @FunctionalFertilitySolutions

We would love to hear what you think of this episode. Come and say hi on Instagram and join the conversation. 

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And sign up for my next free class here.

Episode 107: Using fiction as a way to educate, heal and connect

This is an interview on using fiction as a way to educate, heal and connect. I absolutely loved recording this episode and I hope you love the stories that Jolene shares with us. 

From Jolene: In my stories I’ve focused on the effects of fertility on women, the men who care for them, and small town culture around issues of fertility. In my stories, I’ve chosen to use specific and medical jargon and terms relating to, specifically, women’s health issues to bring awareness.

I’ve written stories about infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy, high-risk pregnancy, pre-term labor, endometriosis, mental health issues, PTSD, post-natal PTSD.

I’ve written at least one story (“You Four Are the One”) using a technique in therapy treatment for people with PTSD called RECON (reconsolidation therapy) by Courtney Armstrong.

I’m hoping our talk will inspire others to write their own fictional (or nonfiction) stories of fertility and women’s health issues. I’m hoping they’ll buy SIDLE CREEK and they’ll find they’re not alone.

Jolene McIlwain’s work has been nominated for the Pushcart Prize and appears in numerous online and print literary journals including West Branch, Florida Review, Cincinnati Review, CRAFT, Smokelong Quarterly, New Orleans Review, LITRO, and more.   Her work was included in 2019’s Best Small Fictions Anthology and named finalist for 2018’s Best of the Net, Glimmer Train’s and River Styx’s contests, and semifinalist in Nimrod’s Katherine Anne Porter Prize and two American Short Fictions contests. She’s received a Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council grant, the Georgia Court Chautauqua faculty scholarship, and Tinker Mountain’s merit scholarship.   

She’s taught literary theory/analysis at Duquesne and Chatham Universities, and she worked as a radiologic technologist before attending college (BS English, minor in sculpture, MA Literature). She was born, raised, and currently lives in a small town in the Appalachian plateau of Western Pennsylvania.   

Her debut, SIDLE CREEK, out with Melville House this spring, received a starred review from Publishers Weekly and Shelf Awareness calls it a “riveting debut collection” and “a rare gem, a compelling blend of nature and humanity perfect for fans of Barbara Kingsolver's Prodigal Summer and Daisy Johnson's Fen."

Connect with Jolene and buy Sidle Creek

www.jolenemcilwain.com  

Twitter @jolene_mcilwain 

IG @jolenemcilwain 

FB @JoleneMcIlwain  

Trigger warning, this book includes short stories on stillbirth, miscarriage, fetal abduction and true crime.  

For mind-body fertility freebies sign up at www.embracefertility.co.uk and follow me on Instagram @embracefertility for inspiration.

We are back with another fertility expert interview this Father's Day discussing Mens experiences with IVF and Miscarriage with Daniel Landau founder of Men's Help Line, we talk about: 

About Daniel

I am the founder of a nonprofit organization called Men's Helpline which provides all emotional support to men who struggle through miscarriage and infertility. I have BA from Queens College in Political science and a Masters degree in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. I currently live in Israel with my wife and 2 children. I love sports and enjoy music. I play the Saxophone, Piano, and Sing. I'm a volunteer EMT, love to be social and really enjoy food and travel.

Contact Daniel

https://menshelpline.org/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/mensfertilitysupport https://www.facebook.com/groups/229101541634025 https://www.facebook.com/groups/273753198154791 https://www.instagram.com/mens_helpline/ https://menshelpline.org/podcasts/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellandau/

Episode 104: This book has been in the conception phase for ten years! I left my career in design and the next day woke up and decided to write about my experiences of using the mind-body link to overcome anxiety and depression while going through infertility and fertility treatments.

You get get your affiliate tickets here for the festival. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/womanifest?ref=naomi-w

Book outline - I would love your feedback on this:

Part One: Fertility & Your Mind - The Science 

Part Two: Ten mind-body techniques to help you stress less and enhance your fertility

Comfort

1. How to soothe your mind and body.

2. Staying sane in the two-week wait.

Coping

3. How to embrace all of your emotions and overcome worry

4. Coping with other people's pregnancies and jealousy.

Connecting

5. How to decide when to (re)start treatment.

6. How to get your partner/mum/friend to understand how you feel.

Clearing

7. What are emotional blocks to conception and how do you know if you have any

8. How to clear fears of pregnancy/doctors/treatment/miscarriage/birth.

Creating

9. Holding onto hope while trying to conceive.

10. How to use the mind-body link to enhance your fertility

Final Thoughts