Welcome back to The Brilliant Fertility Podcast! We’ve made it to the final part of our fertility testing series—and this one’s a biggie. I’m diving into the world of functional medicine testing, sharing the insights I’ve gathered from working closely with patients who’ve seen real results. If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s more beyond the “standard” fertility labs, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the functional tests that actually make a difference and how to know when it’s the right time to run them. As always, we remember that every person’s fertility journey is beautifully unique—and your approach should be, too.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

💆‍♀️ Adrenal Health Matters: Why a single blood test won’t cut it—and how I use tests like DUTCH to get the full picture of stress hormones.

🔥 Is the DUTCH Test Worth It?: The pros, the timing, and how I decide whether or not to use this popular hormone test.

🦠 Goodbye GI-MAP?: Why I’ve stopped using this test and how I discovered more meaningful gut insights elsewhere.

💖 Hidden Value in Vaginal & Uterine Microbiome Testing: The underutilized but powerful tests like Fertilysis and how they’ve changed outcomes for my patients.

⚡ Mitochondria & Inflammation Insights: What your fatigue and brain fog might be telling you—and when it’s worth digging deeper.

I’m so grateful you’re here. Whether you're in the thick of TTC or just starting out, remember: your body has wisdom, and your journey deserves care that honors it.

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