Ep. 178: Where IVF Fits Into Your Fertility Journey (And What Needs to Come First)

Ep. 178: Where IVF Fits Into Your Fertility Journey (And What Needs to Come First)EPISODE SUMMARY:I see so many couples rushing into IVF without ever understanding why they can’t conceive. In this episode, I share patient stories, the hidden side effects of IVF, and why it’s so important to address the root cause first. Tune in to learn more. ABOUT DR. JANE’S PRACTICE:Dr. Jane is a Naturopathic Doctor and a Natural Fertility Expert. She and her team of expert practitioners help couples navigate infertility for 1+ years, get to the root cause of their struggles, heal, and bring healthy babies home.After having a family member struggle with infertility and experiencing a miscarriage herself, Dr. Jane realized how little support and education women receive. She is on a mission to change that. Since 2020, she has dedicated her practice to fertility, where she and her practitioners work with couples 1:1, running functional lab work, customizing treatment plans and providing her couples with the support they need to get pregnant, have a stress free pregnancy and a healthy baby.Learn more about Dr. Jane’s practice: www.drjanelevesque.com/practiceApply to work with Dr. Jane & her team: www.drjanelevesque.com/applicationCHAPTERS:00:00 Understanding IVF in the Fertility Journey02:49 The Role of Conventional Medicine vs. Holistic Approaches05:45 Identifying Root Causes of Infertility09:05 The Importance of Preconception Care11:59 Risks and Considerations of IVF14:53 Navigating the IVF Process Effectively18:07 Listening to Your Body and Intuition20:58 The Impact of Lifestyle on Fertility24:12 The Future of Fertility Treatments27:01 Final Thoughts on IVF and FertilityTAKEAWAYS:IVF should be considered carefully within the fertility journey.Conventional medicine often overlooks root causes of infertility.Holistic approaches can address underlying health issues.Preconception care significantly impacts fertility outcomes.Listening to your body is crucial in the fertility process.IVF is not a guaranteed solution for infertility.Stress and lifestyle factors can greatly affect fertility.Personalized care is essential for successful fertility treatments.Understanding the risks of IVF is important for informed decisions.Trusting your intuition can guide you in your fertility journey.ABOUT NATURAL FERTILITY:Pregnancy is a natural process, so if it’s not happening or it’s not sticking, something is missing.  Join Dr. Jane, a naturopathic doctor and a natural fertility expert, every Tuesday at 9am for insightful case studies, expert interviews and practical tips on optimizing your fertility naturally. If you’ve struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, women’s health issues or just want to be proactive and prepare yourself for the next big chapter in your life… this show is for you.SUBSCRIBE TO & FOLLOW NATURAL FERTILITY:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjrEeP...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...CONNECT WITH DR. JANE:Website - www.drjanelevesque.comInstagram - www.instagram.com/drjanelevesque/?hl=enFacebook - www.facebook.com/dr.janelevesque.ndYouTube - www.youtube.com/@dr.janelevesque7319 Individualized care is essential for effective treatment of chronic fertility issues.