Breaking Down Barriers to Fertility Treatment for People with a Higher BMI With Alessia Wallace | Ep 32

What do you think needs to change in how people with higher BMIs are treated during IVF fertility treatment. I am joined by Alessia, a certified nutritionist who shares her personal journey with fertility treatment and the challenges she faced due to the BMI requirements for IVF. Alessia lost 10kg in 2021 to qualify for NHS-funded IVF, and after a successful first round, she became a proud mum. Now, she's passionate about helping others who feel desperate and lost while trying to reduce their BMI for fertility treatment. In this podcast we discuss: Weight Stigma Needs to End: We explore how weight stigma impacts access to fertility treatments and Alessia’s personal experience with it. The Problem with Weight Loss Conversations: Alessia reflects on how dismissive weight loss advice from healthcare professionals often leaves patients feeling unsupported. We’ll talk about how these conversations need to improve to offer real help and guidance. Time vs. Fertility: Time is often a critical factor for those pursuing fertility treatments, and long-term weight loss plans can delay the process. It’s Not Just About Weight: The focus shouldn’t solely be on weight loss but also on overall health, nutrition, and lifestyle.  Practical advice on how to balance preparing for fertility treatment without obsessing over perfection. Ditch the BMI Rule: Alessia advocates for a more holistic approach to assessing health and fertility, looking at lifestyle factors and individual risk markers instead of relying solely on BMI. Ready to attract more leads? Tune in now and learn how to implement these strategies in your business today. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your network! Follow me on Natalie Potts Strategist for more insights and updates. If you’d like to work with me, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.nataliepotts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and book in a call with me. FREEBIE: How To Get More Leads For FREE: www.nataliepotts.co.uk/leads Get access to Messaging Client Accelerator: www.nataliepotts.co.uk/messagingaccelerator To find out more about how I can help with your Messaging, book your FREE Messaging Audit here: https://calendly.com/nataliepotts/brainstormsession Connect with Alessia: Instagram: AW Nutrition