Ep. 187: PCOS, Pregnancy Loss, and Finding Answers - A Real Talk with Mel from PCOS Fertility Support

EPISODE SUMMARY:In this episode, I’m joined by Melissa Christie from PCOS Fertility Support to talk about the real PCOS journey - beyond the diagnosis. Mel shares her personal story of pregnancy loss while traveling abroad, the gaps in conventional care, and what finally helped her get pregnant and stay pregnant. We unpack the six root causes of PCOS, why “just take the pill” is not a real solution, and the critical role of progesterone in early pregnancy. This conversation is a must-listen if you're navigating PCOS, feeling unheard by your doctor, or wondering what’s really driving your fertility struggles.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/applicationJoin to receive Dr. Jane's weekly Fertility Files: https://link.getcmm.com/widget/form/JStvkHpRAamc7VwPMEQE CHAPTERS:00:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:02:15 Mel's Journey with PCOS00:05:30 The Role of Traditional Chinese Medicine00:08:45 The Importance of Sharing Knowledge00:12:00 PCOS and Fertility Coaching00:15:15 Understanding PCOS Drivers00:18:30 The Role of Progesterone in Pregnancy00:21:45 Challenges in Healthcare for PCOS00:25:00 The Importance of Partner Support00:28:15 Conclusion and Course Information00:31:00 Discussion on Healthcare Fragmentation00:35:00 Partner's Role in Fertility Journey00:40:00 Self-Education and Empowerment00:45:00 Lifestyle Changes and PCOS Management00:50:00 Personalized Plans for Better Outcomes00:55:00 Final Thoughts and Closing RemarksTAKEAWAYS:The prevalence of PCOS has increased significantly in recent decades.It's essential to question the reasons behind health trends rather than accept them as fate.Genetics alone cannot explain the rise in PCOS cases.A mindset of empowerment can lead to better health outcomes.Resigning to the idea of being 'broken' is not a solution.Understanding the body is crucial for health management.Societal factors may contribute to health issues like PCOS.Awareness and education can combat health fatalism.Taking action is better than feeling helpless about health conditions.The conversation around women's health needs to evolve.ABOUT MY GUESTMelissa Christie is a PCOS fertility coach, the co-host of The PCOS Girls Podcast – which is ranked as a top 1% podcast worldwide and the author of 3 books including her latest - My Journey to Wellness, which you can find worldwide.Melissa helps people with PCOS who want to regulate their cycle and get pregnant and it all started with her own PCOS journey, which began with pregnancy loss and developed into a deep understanding of this complex condition and an approach to getting pregnant that lead to her two rainbow babies and to so many more rainbow babies in the PCOS community.How to connect with Melissahttps://www.pcosfertilitysupport.com/https://www.facebook.com/pcosfertilitysupporthttps://www.instagram.com/pcosfertilitysupporthttps://www.instagram.com/thepcosgirlsHow to work with Melissahttps://www.pcosfertilitysupport.com/get-pregnant-with-pcosABOUT 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 the effective treatment of chronic fertility issues.