Why “Healthy” Women Are Struggling With Fertility | Aimee Raupp

Sarah Kleiner welcomes fertility practitioner Amy Ralph, an acupuncturist, herbalist, and east-meets-west “fertility detective,” to discuss why infertility is rising and how to investigate root causes beyond blaming female age. They critique fertility clinics repeating IVF/IUI cycles without changing protocols, emphasize male-factor gaps like limited semen analysis and lack of DNA fragmentation testing, and share that many women conceive naturally after failed IVF when medications aren’t tolerated. Amy cites declining fertility rates (now ~1 in 6 couples), increasing younger patients, and highlights undiagnosed/mistreated endometriosis and adenomyosis as major drivers, including studies linking endometriosis to worse IVF outcomes that improve after proper surgery. They stress whole-person approaches—uterine testing, inflammation and immune regulation, nervous system/trauma support, light environment, sleep, and individualized nutrition—alongside selective, efficient use of medical interventions.About Aimee Raupp’sAimee Raupp’s Natural Fertility Coaching Program is designed to help women optimize their fertility and prepare their bodies for healthy conception through a holistic, root-cause approach. Combining functional medicine, nutrition, mindset work, and lifestyle changes, the program focuses on improving egg quality, balancing hormones, and reducing inflammation. Aimee’s mission is to empower women to take control of their fertility journey. Connect withj Aimee Raupp’s - https://aimeeraupp.com/https://www.instagram.com/aimeeraupp _________Sponsored By:→ Bon Charge | Go to https://boncharge.com/products/demi-red-light-device?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide.→ VivaRays | This episode is sponsored by VivaRays - VivaRays Blue - code YOGI https://vivarays.com/→ Toups & Co Organics | Ready to give Toups a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to https://toupsandco.com/EVOLVING, and use code EVOLVING for 25% off your first order._________Timestamp:00:00 Coming up00:41 Host Story and Guest Intro02:18 Podcast Disclaimer and Links03:32 Amy Background and Approach04:58 Sarah Infertility Journey07:59 Stories of Hope Community09:24 Integrative Fertility Workup11:24 IVF as a Business12:54 Rethinking Egg Quality15:21 Male Factor and Sperm Testing16:16 Sponsor Blue Blockers17:43 Fertility Crisis and Younger Patients21:59 Endometriosis Hidden Driver27:25 Sponsor Red Light Therapy29:50 Surgery Decisions and Successes31:26 Environment and Modern Stressors33:03 Moon Cycles And Blue Light34:39 Lighting Routines For Sleep36:57 Fertility Overwhelm And Capacity38:42 Sponsor Clean Makeup40:09 Recurrent Miscarriage Workup43:43 Integrative Care Not Band Aids46:48 Spiritual Timing And Surrender53:02 Diet Debates For Fertility58:02 Perfection Versus Consistency01:01:15 Finding Amy And Closing——— This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!________________________________________Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resourcesCheck out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) -  https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/coursesMy free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:https://www.canva.com/design/DAF7mlgZpJI/xVyE4tiQFEWJmh_Xwx8Kbw/view?utm_content=DAF7mlgZpJIFree Webinar on Light & Health (includes free light bulb guide) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinarGet Early Access to Podcast Episodes & my Seasonal Food Course + UVB+Red Light Therapy course for free -  https://open.substack.com/pub/sarahkleinerwellness/p/uvbred-light-protocol?r=5eztl9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true