Demystifying Unexplained Infertility

Show summary:

Fertility Coach & Acupuncturist Valerie Salt delves into unexplained infertility, a topic that affects many couples around the world. She discusses the common causes of unexplained infertility and the dietary, lifestyle and environmental factors that contribute to fertility issues. Valerie explains both the Traditional Chinese Medicine and naturopathic approaches to infertility, how acupuncture can be invaluable for couples trying to conceive, and how to support yourself emotionally and physically when on your fertility journey.

What you’ll learn:

What unexplained infertility is and the common causes for males and females.
How stress affects fertility and ways to effectively manage stress.
The recommended tests carried out for unexplained infertility.
What Traditional Chinese Medicine is and how it’s used to address fertility issues including tongue and pulse diagnosis, food energetics and constitutional eating.
How acupuncture can help improve fertility and support women during pregnancy.
The naturopathic dietary and lifestyle recommendations to aid fertility health.
Nutritional supplements and herbs to boost fertility.
Daily practices and healthy habits to support emotional health on your fertility journey

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Guest Bio:

Valerie is a Fertility Coach and Acupuncturist who trained in Acupuncture and Naturopathy at CNM, and has since undertaken advanced training in fertility and hormone health. She works by balancing hormones using naturopathic principles including dietary and lifestyle advice, supplement recommendations, functional testing and acupuncture treatment plans. She specialises in complex cases, and where needed, supports the use of modern medical techniques alongside the natural approach. Valerie works online and in-person with women and couples who are trying to conceive who feel stuck, lost and like they’re failing each month, to gain clarity and optimise their fertility so they can fall pregnant and enjoy the journey feeling understood, supported and empowered.