What Are the Pros/Cons of Metformin on Pregnancy Success?

Today's question is: My doctor recommended Metformin as I have high blood sugar. I'm not sure I want to take it - what are the pros/cons of doing this? 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: 05:15- TODAY'S QUESTION: My doctor recommended Metformin as I have high blood sugar.  I'm not sure I want to take it. What are the pros/cons of doing this? We see this recommended a lot (Even when there are not blood sugar issues) 05:40- DR. TABATHA BARBER'S INITIAL RESPONSE The POV from both the conventional and functional side "It's not really (Metformin) addressing the issues. You are still driving the dysfunction." Our cells can get inflamed where the hormones cannot send a signal. We need to fix the issues "If you are going to use it- still do the other work" Common side effects & the risks of not addressing the root cause 09:00- BERBERINE & OTHER WAYS TO REGULATE BLOOD SUGAR --- 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/