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Wholesome Fertility PodcastAuthor: Michelle Fertility Wellness - Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Lifestyle
The Wholesome Fertility Podcast is your trusted resource for empowering insights on the path to parenthood. Hosted by fertility acupuncturist and author Michelle Oravitz, this show blends modern science, holistic medicine, and ancient wisdom to help women optimize their fertility and reproductive health. Each week, Michelle shares solo episodes and interviews with leading fertility experts from around the world. From improving egg quality and balancing hormones to navigating IVF, PCOS, and endometriosis, you'll gain practical tools, research-backed strategies, and mind-body approaches to support your journey. Episodes explore topics like menstrual cycle optimization, Chinese medicine, functional medicine, naturopathic care, nutrition, meditation, and spirituality - offering multiple perspectives to help you reclaim your fertility and overall wellness. If you're ready to feel informed, supported, and inspired on your fertility journey, The Wholesome Fertility Podcast will give you the guidance you need to move forward with clarity and confidence. Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Sexuality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep 381 The TTC Story You'll Want to Hear on a Hard Day
Episode 381
Tuesday, 7 April, 2026
In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with a former client to share her powerful trying-to-conceive journey, one that began with endometriosis, frustration, and the quiet fear that her body was "failing" her. For nearly two years, she did everything "right." She saw specialists, monitored cysts, adjusted her diet, optimized her lifestyle, and pushed herself to stay positive. But behind the structure and to-do lists was a nervous system under pressure and a heart carrying more than it should. In this conversation, she opens up about the emotional breaking point that changed everything, the moment she shifted from "What's wrong with me?" to "What do you need from me?" We talk about boundaries, reconnecting with joy, meditation, surrender, and the unexpected spiritual signs that preceded her pregnancy, including vivid dreams, intuitive moments, and a powerful final act of letting go. This episode is a reminder that fertility is not just physical. It is relational. It is emotional. It is deeply personal. And sometimes, the shift that changes everything isn't another supplement or protocol, it's a transformation in how we relate to ourselves. If you've ever felt ashamed, behind, exhausted, or like you're carrying this alone, this story will meet you exactly where you are. You are not broken. And you do not have to walk this journey alone. Key Takeaways: Fertility journeys often involve emotional highs and lows, and learning to shift from self-blame to self-compassion can be a powerful turning point. Nervous system support through practices like meditation, boundaries, and reconnecting with joy can play a meaningful role in supporting fertility. Lifestyle changes such as nutrition, stress reduction, sunlight, and movement can help create a more supportive environment for conception. Letting go of control and embracing surrender can open the door to deeper trust in the body and the fertility process. Many women experience intuitive or spiritual moments on their fertility journey, reminding them they are not alone in the process. Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or fertility care. Ready to discover what your body needs most on your fertility journey? Take the personalized quiz inside The Wholesome Fertility Journey and get tailored resources to meet you exactly where you are: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/the-wholesome-fertility-journey For more about my work and offerings, visit: www.michelleoravitz.com Curious about ancient wisdom for fertility? Grab my book The Way of Fertility: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility Join the Wholesome Fertility Facebook Group for free resources & community support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Connect with me on social: Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertilityFacebook: The Wholesome Lotus
