In this thought-provoking and deeply important episode, Deidre sits down with Jennifer Lahl, bioethicist, filmmaker, and founder of the Center for Bioethics and Culture, to discuss the ethical, medical, and long-term implications of assisted reproductive technologies.

The global fertility market is approaching $40 billion annually and is projected to nearly double within the next decade. When that much money is at stake, it's worth asking: who benefits from the story being told and who decides what patients know?

Together, they explore the realities of the modern fertility industry, the health implications for women and children, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding embryo creation, egg donation, sperm donation, and surrogacy.

Key Takeaways

• Why many couples are offered IVF before receiving a thorough root-cause evaluation.
• The realities of IVF success rates and why treatment often fails.
• Research linking assisted reproductive technologies to higher rates of certain health concerns in children.
• How the IVF laboratory environment may influence embryonic development.
• Why male fertility deserves more attention and a more complete workup.
• What AMH testing actually measures and why low AMH does not automatically mean pregnancy is impossible.
• The ethical and emotional complexities surrounding frozen embryos and embryo adoption.
• Concerns about egg donation, ovarian stimulation, and the lack of long-term research on donors.
• The medical and ethical issues involved in commercial surrogacy.
• How financial incentives shape the fertility industry.
• Why couples deserve complete information before making life-changing decisions.

This episode isn't about shame or blame. It's not about telling anyone that their family is less than whole. It is about honoring the truth that you deserve more information than you were likely given.

Resources mentioned

• CBC Network YouTube channel (all films free, many with subtitles): search "CBC Network" on YouTube
• Website: thecbcnetwork.org
• The Mother Machine by Gena Corea
• Everything Conceivable by Liza Mundy

If this episode resonates, take the next step. Book a free Clarity Call to explore your fertility journey, uncover what’s missing, and see if our approach is right for you. 

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this in-depth episode, Deidre sits down with Dr. Kayle Borchers, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor health, to unpack one of the most overlooked foundations of fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery: pelvic floor function.

Dr. Kayla shares her personal journey, from being told leaking urine as a teenage athlete was “normal,” to discovering that pelvic floor dysfunction is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mistreated. Together, they explore what the pelvic floor actually is, why Kegels are often doing more harm than good, and how breath, posture, movement, and nervous system regulation all influence pelvic health.

The conversation spans preconception care, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, pain with intercourse, leakage, constipation, prolapse,  and even how pelvic floor dysfunction shows up in children and men. This episode reframes pelvic health as a dynamic, whole-body system, one that deserves attention before symptoms arise, not just after. 

Key Takeaways

• The pelvic floor is a dynamic system that must lengthen, contract, and coordinate, not just “tighten.”
• Why Kegels alone can worsen leakage, prolapse, pain, and dysfunction.
• How improper breathing patterns disrupt pressure management and pelvic floor function.
• Why addressing pelvic health preconception improves fertility, pregnancy comfort, birth outcomes, and postpartum recovery.
• The role of nervous system regulation, stress, and exercise intensity in fertility and miscarriage risk.
• Signs of pelvic floor dysfunction in women, men, and children including constipation, bedwetting, pain, and leakage. 
  
  

Timestamps

• 00:00 – Introduction & why pelvic health is overlooked
• 01:00 – Dr. Kayla’s story: athletics, leakage, and being told it was “normal”
• 04:00 – What the pelvic floor actually is (and why it’s more than Kegels)
• 08:30 – Breathing, pressure management, and why most people breathe incorrectly
• 12:00 – Pelvic floor therapy in preconception care
• 15:00 – Stress, nervous system regulation, and fertility
• 18:30 – Why Kegels can worsen symptoms
• 24:00 – Pain with tampons, intercourse, and tight pelvic floors
• 27:30 – Sedentary lifestyles, movement, and pelvic dysfunction
• 31:00 – Postpartum expectations & when to seek pelvic floor support
• 37:00 – Pelvic floor issues in children and men
• 42:30 – How to work with Dr. Kayla Borchers 
  
  

If this conversation opened your eyes to how pelvic health, movement, and nervous system regulation impact fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery, we encourage you to keep going.

👉 Learn more about Dr. Kayla Borchers and explore her pelvic floor therapy services, virtual care, and holistic programs designed to support the body before, during, and after pregnancy and follow here at @drkaylaborchers

👉 And to kick-start your preconception care at any stage, download our Understanding Your Bloodwork Guide. This free resource will help you make sense of key fertility markers, identify gaps that are often overlooked, and begin building a strong foundation for conception, pregnancy, and long-term health.

Whether you’re just starting to think about pregnancy or actively trying to conceive, these two resources together give you powerful insight into how your body is functioning and where support can make the biggest difference.

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this powerful episode, Deidre sits down with Dr. Doni Wilson, a leading naturopathic doctor and midwife known for her HPV and cervical health protocol. Together, they unpack one of the most common (and most feared) women’s health issues: testing positive for high-risk HPV or abnormal cervical cells while trying to conceive or during pregnancy.

Dr. Doni explains why HPV is so frequently discovered when women are preparing for pregnancy or already pregnant, how her natural HPV protocol can clear the virus, and how healing the cervix often leads to improved fertility outcomes. She also shares actionable steps women can take to safely address HPV during pregnancy without jeopardizing the baby or relying solely on procedures that may weaken the cervix.

They discuss escharotic treatments, how to avoid unnecessary LEEP procedures, and why a holistic, root-cause approach not only protects fertility but can also result in HPV clearing, even during pregnancy.

Key Takeaways

• HPV is extremely common and often discovered right before or during pregnancy.
• The standard medical approach often advises “wait and see,” leaving women anxious for 9–10 months.
• There are safe, natural approaches to support immune health and help clear HPV during pregnancy.
• Addressing HPV and abnormal cells can improve fertility, reduce miscarriage risk, and protect cervical integrity.
• Escharotic treatments are an effective alternative to LEEP for properly selected cases of CIN2/3.
• HPV is not a contraindication to pregnancy; the risk to the baby is extremely low.

If you’re navigating HPV while trying to conceive or during pregnancy, you’re not alone and you don’t need to wait in fear.

Follow Dr. Doni to leearn more: @drdoniwilson and learn more about her Say Goodbye to HPV Program.

Dr. Doni provides a FREE How to get rid of HPV workshop: https://doctordoni.com/hpv-workshop/

Ready for answers and real support? Explore our evidence-based approach to fertility, detoxification, and women’s health.

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this episode of The Birthright Blueprint, Deidre Bloomquist challenges the conventional wisdom around low AMH (anti-müllerian hormone) and fertility. Too often, women are told that a low AMH number means they must rush into IVF, and that it’s their only chance. Deidre pulls back the curtain on what AMH really measures, what it doesn’t, and why natural conception can often still be possible with the right support.

You’ll hear why low AMH isn’t a verdict on your fertility potential, how toxins, mitochondrial health, and nervous system regulation impact ovarian function, and why “forcing” the body with aggressive interventions may not be the answer. Through real-life client stories, Deidre shows how addressing root causes and creating safety in the body can help restore ovulation, improve egg quality, and even lead to natural pregnancies, sometimes after women were told it was impossible.

Key Takeaways

• AMH measures egg quantity, not quality or fertility potential
• Why low AMH does not automatically mean IVF is the best or only choice
• How toxin burden, mitochondrial function, and nervous system regulation affect ovarian health
• The difference between forcing the body and supporting it to function naturally
• Real client success stories of natural conception after low AMH diagnoses

If this episode resonates, take the next step. Book a free Clarity Call to explore your fertility journey, uncover what’s missing, and see if our approach is right for you. No pressure,just support. 

Book your complimentary consult here

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this solo episode of The Birthright Blueprint, Deidre Bloomquist tackles a misconception that many women face, believing that “clean living” automatically leads to improved fertility. Drawing from her work as a functional nutritionist specializing in toxin reduction, Deidre explains why removing environmental toxins is only the first step, and how stored toxins can continue to block fertility, increase miscarriage risk, and disrupt hormone and immune function.

Listeners will learn what real detoxification looks like, why nervous system regulation and drainage pathways must come first, and how supporting the body’s innate processes can restore safety signals and unlock fertility. Deidre also shares how women in her practice have experienced dramatic shifts (sometimes even conceiving mid-protocol) by addressing what’s truly holding them back.

Key Takeaways

• Why “non-toxic living” and detoxification are not the same
• How stored toxins can mimic hormones, disrupt the immune system, and block implantation
• The link between nervous system regulation, drainage, and successful detox
• Foundational steps to prepare the body for safe and effective toxin removal
• How removing biochemical interference helps the body naturally resume reproduction

If this episode resonates, take the next step. Book a free Clarity Call to explore your fertility journey, uncover what’s missing, and see if our approach is right for you. No pressure,just support. 

Book your complimentary consult here

And if you want more in-depth education on functional fertility, detox pathways, and protocols, subscribe to our Substack for exclusive content, research breakdowns, and case studies you won’t find anywhere else.

➡️ Follow along on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deidrebloomquist for more education

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

We’re told that getting pregnant is the hard part… but for many women, staying pregnant is the real challenge. And what’s often missing from the conversation? The immune system.

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the overlooked (and under-tested) connection between immune dysregulation, toxin burden, and miscarriage—especially in the first trimester. We’ll explore how functional medicine and reproductive immunology both point to the same core truth: your immune system plays a critical role in whether your body accepts and sustains a pregnancy.

Whether you’ve experienced recurrent pregnancy loss, chemical pregnancies, failed IVF cycles, or you’re just trying to better prepare your body before conception—this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why pregnancy is an immune event, not just a hormonal one
• How immune dysregulation can lead to early loss—even when your labs are “normal”
• What reproductive immunologists look for (and what they often miss)
• How toxins like mold, heavy metals, and chemicals interfere with early pregnancy signaling
• The functional medicine approach to calming the immune system and supporting implantation
• Why the first trimester is a critical immune checkpoint—and what that means for preconception care
• What labs and systems we assess in our practice to reduce miscarriage risk

➡️ Follow along on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deidrebloomquist for more education

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this transformative episode, we sit down with Julie Matthews, certified nutrition consultant and author of The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan and Nourishing Hope for Autism. Julie brings more than 20 years of expertise working with children on the autism spectrum and those with neurological or behavioral challenges. Together, we explore how personalized nutrition is not about changing who a child is—but about reducing suffering, supporting their biology, and helping their unique gifts shine.

This episode is packed with practical insights on how to approach autism and ADHD through the lens of root-cause healing. From gut health and detoxification to picky eating and mitochondrial support, Julie’s deep wisdom empowers families to take clear, loving, and science-informed steps forward.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why nutrition is not about changing neurodiversity, but about relieving distress and supporting function
✔️ How inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and oxidative stress contribute to neurological symptoms
✔️ The connection between gut health, food sensitivities, and behavior in autism and ADHD
✔️ What to do when your child only eats five foods—and how to support picky eaters through texture, sensory cues, and biochemical insight
✔️ How gluten and dairy can act like opioids in the brain and fuel food addictions
✔️ Julie’s favorite “first three” core supports for kids: multi-nutrients, essential fatty acids, and digestive enzymes
✔️ Why toxin exposure (including mold, mycotoxins, and food additives) matters and how to assess it
✔️ When and how to bring in functional testing for detoxification, nutrient status, and the microbiome
✔️ The importance of parent wellness—and how caring for yourself is foundational to your child’s healing

✨ Work With Us

We support families navigating autism, ADHD, behavioral issues, and chronic conditions in children through a root-cause, whole-body approach grounded in functional nutrition, detoxification, and emotional resilience.

📩 Book a pediatric consultation with our team

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📘 Learn More from Julie Matthews

🌐 Visit her website: https://personalizedautismnutritionplan.com
📖 Order her book: The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan (available via Amazon and major booksellers)
📲 Follow her work: https://www.instagram.com/juliematthewsnourishinghope/

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this deeply moving and expansive episode, we welcome Emily Greene—also known as Emily the Medium, an intuitive guide who helps future parents connect with the energies of their spirit babies before conception. This conversation invites us to explore fertility beyond the physical, including soul timing, energetic readiness, emotional clearing, and the conscious relationship between parents and the babies they're calling in.

Whether you’ve experienced loss, are navigating unexplained infertility, or simply feel like something deeper is unfolding—you will feel so seen in this conversation. Emily shares her experiences from thousands of spirit baby readings, the powerful messages she’s received from the other side, and how this unseen connection can bring clarity, peace, and direction to your journey.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What spirit babies are—and why they may delay conception
✔️ Common energetic themes that arise before a baby comes earthside
✔️ Why miscarriage isn’t always an end—and how souls sometimes return
✔️ How timing is a spiritual contract, not just a calendar date
✔️ What partner dissonance is and how it affects conception energetically
✔️ Why babies often shape and prepare us long before they arrive
✔️ How to begin building a conscious connection with your baby—now
✔️ Why intuitive knowing is real and how to trust your body’s signals
✔️ How this communication continues through pregnancy, birth, and parenting

This conversation will change the way you view fertility and open up a whole new layer of trust, surrender, and inner connection—whether you're just beginning to think about children or deep in your healing journey.

✨ Work With Us

We help women and couples prepare the body, mind, and spirit for conception. If you're navigating fertility challenges, miscarriage, or planning for a healthy pregnancy—we’re here to support you with root-cause care and conscious preparation.

📩 Book a free consultation

🌙 Connect with Emily the Medium

🔮 Learn more about spirit baby communication and intuitive mentorship
🌐 Visit: https://www.emilythemedium.com/
📲 Follow: @emilythemedium

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Dr. Toni Engram, a biological dentist and integrative health coach, to unpack the real connection between your mouth and your overall health. From root canals and mercury fillings to gum disease and fertility, we explore how your oral microbiome could be the missing link in your chronic health picture—and why it's especially critical during the preconception phase.

Dr. Engram shares her personal journey with autoimmunity and Crohn’s disease, and how it led her to question traditional dental practices and ultimately embrace biological dentistry. This episode is essential listening for anyone navigating chronic illness, infertility, or planning for pregnancy.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What makes biological dentistry different—and why it matters
✔️ The risks and realities of root canals (and when they can become toxic)
✔️ Why silver fillings (amalgams) are a major source of mercury exposure
✔️ The SMART method for safely removing mercury fillings
✔️ How toxins like fluoride, BPA, and dental plastics affect hormones and immunity
✔️ The surprising link between gum disease and miscarriage risk
✔️ Why oral health is a critical part of preconception planning
✔️ How both mom and dad’s oral microbiomes affect baby’s health

✨ Work With Us

If you’re in the preconception phase or managing chronic health symptoms, our team specializes in root cause care that considers the full picture—including your oral health.

📩 Book a Consultation: https://calendly.com/always-growing/complimentary-consult

🦷 Work with Dr. Toni Engram

📍 Based in Richardson, TX, Dr. Engram welcomes in-person visits to Flourish Dental Boutique and offers virtual consultations for established patients. She also runs an Oral Health Accelerator Program to address the root causes of tooth decay, gum disease, and more.

🌐 Visit her website : https://www.flourish.dental/

👀 Read her blog "Is Hydroxyapatite Safe in Toothpaste?"

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to a be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician for medical advice. We always recommend working with a trained practitioner if you would like to do any testing and/or commence any protocols. 

In the final part of our 3-part Endometriosis Deep Dive, we focus on what you can actually do to support healing, manage pain, and improve your quality of life—starting today. 💛

This episode is all about real-life strategies: nutrition, supplements, lifestyle upgrades, and nervous system regulation that go far beyond symptom management. We’re giving you the exact tools we use with clients to support immune balance, reduce inflammation, and create personalized care plans that work with your body, not against it.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why sleep and circadian rhythm matter more than you think
✔️ The real power of an anti-inflammatory, protein-rich diet (and how to prep your food to lower toxin exposure)
✔️ Hydration + minerals = blood flow support (and how to do it right)
✔️ The role of lymphatic movement, red light therapy, castor oil packs, and more
✔️ How to regulate your nervous system to reduce pain perception and improve healing
✔️ What labs and tests help identify your root cause contributors
✔️ Why not everyone needs endo surgery—and who actually benefits
✔️ Clinical insights into the most common root causes we see (toxin burden, blood sugar, pathogens, estrogen detox)
✔️ How to build your care team: from NAPRO doctors to pelvic floor PTs and mold remediators

🎯 If you’re feeling overwhelmed, this episode will help you cut through the noise and actually know what to do next—based on your body, your symptoms, and your goals.

✨ Work With Us

If you’re struggling with endometriosis, infertility, or chronic inflammation, we’re here to help! Our team specializes in functional health solutions to uncover the root causes of your symptoms and support healing.

📩 Book a Consultation Here: https://calendly.com/always-growing/complimentary-consult

📖 Get the Endometriosis Surgery Guidebook

Our Endometriosis Surgery Guidebook is a comprehensive resource designed to help individuals navigate the decision-making process and recovery from endometriosis surgery. It covers crucial topics such as when to consider surgery, different types of procedures (ablation vs. excision), how to find and vet a skilled surgeon, pre-surgical preparation, and post-surgical recovery strategies. 

The guide also provides insight into holistic approaches for optimizing outcomes, including dietary support, supplement recommendations, and lifestyle modifications. Whether you're exploring surgical options for pain relief or fertility improvement, this guide empowers you with the knowledge needed to make informed choices.

📥 Download the guidebook here

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