Ep. 11: Optimizing Your Fertility via Functional Medicine with Maria Santee episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 1H 7M

Ep. 11: Optimizing Your Fertility via Functional Medicine with Maria Santee

from Original Being · host originalbeingpodcast

In this conversation, Maria Santee, a functional medicine physician assistant and restorative fertility expert, shares her personal journey through fertility struggles and her transition into a holistic approach to health. The discussion delves into the importance of functional medicine, nutrition, gut health, and the role of stress and sleep in fertility. Maria also introduces the concept of homeopathy as a safe and effective treatment option, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of health that includes both traditional and alternative practices. The conversation concludes with details about an upcoming retreat focused on gut restoration and nervous system reset, highlighting the importance of community and holistic healing. Maria Santee is a board-certified Physician Assistant, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and founder of Vital Fertility, a holistic fertility clinic in Santa Cruz, CA. With a background in marine biology, family practice and  public health, Maria brings a unique lens to root-cause fertility care. Her Vital Fertility Program helps women and couples move from frustration to fertility through detoxification, hormone balance, and gut restoration.   Website: https://vital-fertility.com Instagram: @maria_santee_wellness Email: [email protected] Phone: (831) 204-1264 Office Location: 406 Mission St., Suite D, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Health Reclaimed Retreat: https://healthreclaimed.kartra.com/page/Retreat 🌿 “Unlock Your Fertility Potential” – A 7-minute video that shares my personal fertility story and introduces the 4R system. http://bit.ly/44clHTH   Other Resources:  Functional Medicine Certification: https://schoolafm.com/ Clinical Homeopathy Certification: Certification: https://www.cedhusa.org Homeopathic Book: https://amzn.to/4eiD1Lm Homeopathic Remedies: https://www.boironusa.com/   Follow Original Being on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing  Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry  

In this conversation, Maria Santee, a functional medicine physician assistant and restorative fertility expert, shares her personal journey through fertility struggles and her transition into a holistic approach to health. The discussion delves into the importance of functional medicine, nutrition, gut health, and the role of stress and sleep in fertility. Maria also introduces the concept of homeopathy as a safe and effective treatment option, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of health that includes both traditional and alternative practices. The conversation concludes with details about an upcoming retreat focused on gut restoration and nervous system reset, highlighting the importance of community and holistic healing. Maria Santee is a board-certified Physician Assistant, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and founder of Vital Fertility, a holistic fertility clinic in Santa Cruz, CA. With a background in marine biology, family practice and  public health, Maria brings a unique lens to root-cause fertility care. Her Vital Fertility Program helps women and couples move from frustration to fertility through detoxification, hormone balance, and gut restoration.   Website: https://vital-fertility.com Instagram: @maria_santee_wellness Email: [email protected] Phone: (831) 204-1264 Office Location: 406 Mission St., Suite D, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Health Reclaimed Retreat: https://healthreclaimed.kartra.com/page/Retreat 🌿 “Unlock Your Fertility Potential” – A 7-minute video that shares my personal fertility story and introduces the 4R system. http://bit.ly/44clHTH   Other Resources:  Functional Medicine Certification: https://schoolafm.com/ Clinical Homeopathy Certification: Certification: https://www.cedhusa.org Homeopathic Book: https://amzn.to/4eiD1Lm Homeopathic Remedies: https://www.boironusa.com/   Follow Original Being on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing  Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry

NOW PLAYING

Ep. 11: Optimizing Your Fertility via Functional Medicine with Maria Santee

0:00 1:07:12

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

HOMELAND HOMELAND The Church is a body not a building. It's the bride of Jesus Christ! Jesus is coming back for a mature bride. That means it's time for the church of Jesus Christ to move from milk to meat. This is the hour of maturity!HOMELAND is an announcement that the church is being set free. Only the church has the ability to transform the world. The kingdom's of this world will become the kingdoms of our Lord and Savior!All of creation has been waiting for this moment! Sons and daughters of God are rising up and taking their seat! Tao Te Ching by Laozi (Author), Stephen Mitchell (Full Audiobook) Laozi Lao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, is the classic manual on the art of living, and one of the wonders of the world. In eighty-one brief chapters, the Tao Te Ching looks at the basic predicament of being alive and gives advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit. This book is about wisdom in action. It teaches how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao (the basic principle of the universe) and applies equally to good government and sexual love; to child rearing, business, and ecology.Stephen Mitchell's bestselling version has been widely acclaimed as a gift to contemporary culture. Faith and Mental Wellness Podcast with Shakeeta Torres Shakeeta Torres, Speaker, Author, LCSW, Certified Life Coach & Coach Trainer ”Welcome to ”The Faith and Mental Wellness Podcast”—your safe place for a transformative journey toward breaking the barriers that hinder emotional, mental, and spiritual healing. Join us as we explore real-life stories and insightful interviews with Mental Wellness Professionals and individuals who’ve triumphed in restoring mental health by intertwining their faith with professional guidance. Through these candid conversations, we equip you with tools and resources to enhance your mental well-being. Tune in and embark on a journey of empowerment, healing, and renewed faith!” GIMME HEAD Simon Hawker ORIGINAL INSTRUMENTAL

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Original Being?

This episode is 1 hour and 7 minutes long.

When was this Original Being episode published?

This episode was published on June 24, 2025.

What is this episode about?

In this conversation, Maria Santee, a functional medicine physician assistant and restorative fertility expert, shares her personal journey through fertility struggles and her transition into a holistic approach to health. The discussion delves into...

Can I download this Original Being episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!