Alcohol Helps Me Relax Do I Really Need to Give it Up When TTC?

Today's question is: Do I really need to give up alcohol when I'm TTC? It helps me relax. Welcome to our daily Q&A show - Ask The Fertility Experts. We're answering your fertility questions so that you can optimize your chances of pregnancy success with your own eggs. We specialize in low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and premature ovarian insufficiency. To submit your question send me a DM (direct message) on Instagram @fabfertileinc - https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ We''ll answer your question on an upcoming episode. I'm Sarah Clark, Founder of Fab Fertile Inc. and your host. Today a member of the Fab Fertile team joins me - Dr. Tabatha Barber. Dr. Tabatha is triple board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, menopause, and functional medicine. --- TIMESTAMPS: 05:13- TODAY'S QUESTION: Do I really need to give up alcohol when I'm TTC? It helps me relax. Previously covered the effect of alcohol on the gutt What is going on with our dopamine levels where we need alcohol? 05:52- DR. TABATHA BARBER'S INITIAL RESPONSE "Women's bodies were not meant to drink alcohol on a regular basis" What happens to our bodies when we drink alcohol (and how that interferes with fertility) "It causes damage- it really is worth giving up." The cultural shift with drinking and other ways to deal with stress --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call HERE --- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/ --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/ ---- LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!    HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! Love the show?  You'll really love Sarah's resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/