S3 E133 Stop Relying on Your Doctor’s Basic Fertility Labs If You Actually Want to Get Pregnant

Trying to conceive, but still no answers from labs and tests? If your only labs came from your OB or fertility specialist, you may be flying blind.

In this episode, Dr. Katie Wood shares how relying on surface-level labs from OBs and fertility clinics can quietly sabotage your chances of conceiving. You’ll hear real client stories—like the woman with “picture-perfect” hormones who still wasn’t getting pregnant, and the heartbreaking case of 5 miscarriages no doctor investigated—until now.

In this episode, you'll...

-Learn what your doctor’s labs are missing (and what they’ll never test for)

-Discover the power of functional fertility testing that uncovers your real root causes

-Get action steps to take control of your results—whether you’re dealing with PCOS, recurrent loss, or unexplained infertility, etc.

Listen now to uncover what your labs aren’t telling you and how you can finally get answers that lead to conception.

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Understanding the Unseen Obstacles
The journey to parenthood can be fraught with challenges, and one major obstacle is often the reliance on standard fertility tests. These surface-level labs conducted by your OB, primary care doctor, or even fertility specialist might indicate everything is "normal" or diagnose conditions like PCOS, leading to the recommendation of treatments such as medicated cycles, IUI, or IVF. However, these aren't always necessary. Many times, the root cause isn't being addressed.

The Need for Deeper Insights
Functional testing offers a more profound understanding of your fertility health. Conventional testing might miss critical insights, but functional tests can reveal unexplored angles. Take, for example, a client who worked with multiple functional medicine practitioners yet saw no results. It wasn't until she consulted one focused on fertility that progress was made.

Case Studies: The Game-Changing Functional Approach

1.Nutrient Deficiency & Food Intolerance: One client exemplified the importance of a functional approach. Despite healthy eating and supplement use, she had notable nutrient deficiencies and food intolerances. This highlighted potential gut health issues, prompting further testing like a GI map to uncover underlying problems. Such insights are not typically explored by conventional doctors.
2.Vaginal Microbiome & Miscarriages: Another client experienced five miscarriages with little exploration into the cause. A comprehensive vaginal microbiome test revealed issues like a lack of healthy lactobacillus. Functional testing provided answers that conventional methods overlooked.
3.Hormonal Balance through Functional Testing: A seemingly perfect day-three hormone panel missed the mark, contrasting with insights from a Dutch test. Once adjustments were made based on this deeper dive, the client experienced favorable hormonal changes, suggesting the importance of thorough testing.

Empowering Your Fertility Journey
It's crucial not to take standard lab results at face value. If your doctor's office hasn't delved into possible causes for infertility or miscarriage, consider seeking a fertility practitioner skilled in interpreting functional tests. The insights gained can lead to personalized protocols with significant success rates.

Action Steps

• Investigate Your Lab Results: Request your labs, review them, and seek a second opinion if needed. Your results are your property, so ensure they're scrutinized beyond basic assessments.
• Consult a Specialist: Find practitioners who offer functional testing tailored to fertility. These specialists can provide insights that conventional approaches might miss.

Remember, while conventional practices focus on generalized solutions, personalized approaches can address your unique needs.

A Final Thought
Your fertility journey may be challenging but embracing a holistic approach could pave the way for healing and growth. Trusting this process, even amid struggles, might offer the transformative experience needed to become the parent your future child requires.

Thank you for reading, and we hope you'll join us for more insights on upcoming episodes, released every Tuesday and Thursday. For further information or to participate in discovering the root causes affecting your fertility, consider taking the Ultimate Fertility Blueprint quiz, linked above.

Finally Get Pregnant Naturally is your go-to TTC podcast for holistic fertility support to help you get pregnant naturally by addressing the root cause of unexplained infertility, secondary infertility, and recurrent miscarriage. Hosted by Dr. Katie Wood, a pharmacist and holistic fertility practitioner, this show offers natural fertility solutions for those on a fertility journey struggling to conceive, navigating miscarriage, or dealing with endometriosis, PCOS, low sperm count, or failed IUI or failed IVF. Whether you're trying to conceive, increase egg quality, optimizing sperm health, or healing after a miscarriage, each episode delivers practical guidance to support your fertility journey. Learn how to improve fertility, balance hormones, regulate your fertile window, and conceive naturally through root cause healing, emotional wellness, and mind-body tools—because true fertility starts from within.

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