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Sarah’s fertility journey - From multiple miscarriages and IVF failure, to natural conception at 40


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About the Guest(s):

Sarah and her partner embarked on their journey to parenthood later in life, experiencing heartbreak of multiple miscarriages and the devastation of numerous failed IVF treatments before the wonderful natural conception of their daughter, Hattie. With a science background and a knack for research, Sarah was proactive in taking ownership over her fertility journey. As a new Mum to thriving little Hattie, Sarah is kindly sharing her story to help you overcome similar challenges to help create your healthy pregnancy and your happy, healthy baby.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of the Conceive Baby podcast, host Tasha Jennings, a fertility naturopath and nutritionist, leads a heartfelt discussion with Sarah Cumming, whose fertility journey epitomizes courage and the will to pursue every available option towards achieving parenthood. Sarah's candid recount of her experiences, from natural conception efforts to the whirlwind of IVF and nutrition strategies, provides invaluable insights for those navigating a similar path.

Sarah Cumming's personal story begins with the optimism of conceiving naturally and progresses through the trials of recurrent miscarriages and IVF cycles, interlaced with a determination to leave no stone unturned.

She advocates for proactivity in fertility health, especially for women over 35, and integrates scientific evidence into her approach, emphasizing the role of specific dietary modifications and supplements. Following three demanding years of hope and loss, Sarah's story of natural conception and birth of her daughter, Hattie, is a testament to perseverance and the power of hope. She hopes her story can offer hope, advice and inspiration for others on their journey to pregnancy over 35.

Key Takeaways:

  • The importance of maintaining hope despite the challenges of a fertility journey marked by miscarriages and IVF.
  • Embracing dietary and lifestyle changes as a means to improve fertility outcomes, focusing on what can be added to the diet instead of restrictions.
  • The effectiveness of combined medical and naturopathic approaches to fertility, acknowledging both science and nutrition.
  • The value of being informed and proactive about fertility options, with an emphasis on evidence-based practices.
  • Accepting and managing the emotional roller coaster of the fertility journey, including the grief and hope cycles.

Mentioned in this episode:

The 5 Game Changing Supplements Reversing the Impact of Ageing on

Fertility

If you are trying to conceive over 35 or over 40, I have something for you!

One of the most common questions I get, is what are the best supplements to

boost my chances of conceiving over 40?


So, I’ve put together a comprehensive FREE guide for you - The 5 Game

Changing Supplements Reversing the Impact of Ageing on Fertility.


In this guide I deep dive into the top 5 supplements including doses,

specific forms of nutrients, ideal reference ranges you should be looking for

and more, that have been proven to help reverse the impact of ageing to

help you conceive and carry your healthy baby over 40! ACCESS HERE

Mentioned in this episode:

Fertility Over 40 Guide

Learn the 5 Things you need to do NOW to boost your chances of pregnancy over 40!

If you have been told your eggs are ‘old’. You have low AMH. You’ve struggled with miscarriage. You have been recommended IVF or had failed cycles. It’s been suggested to use donor eggs.
Then this guide is for you!

Fertility Over 40 Supplements Guide

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