Explore every episode of the podcast Practically Fertile
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| Episode 16 - The Five Emotions and How They Affect Fertility | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:22:44 | |
Drawing from 16 years of clinical experience helping women conceive naturally, I've observed that mindset blocks fertility more often than most realize. While physical symptoms are easy to identify, recognizing how emotions sabotage conception requires deeper awareness. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 15 - The Fertility Mystery: Why Her, Not Me? (If you're a Water archetype, this is especially important) | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:13:55 | |
If I surveyed my patients on how they feel when a friend announces a pregnancy, the majority of them would say that although they're happy for a friend, they also immediately feel sad, depressed, inadequate, and like a failure. Sometimes, there are feelings of jealousy mixed in there as well. Hearing about others’ success stories is a double-edged sword. It can certainly give you a ray of hope—if it worked for her, it can work for me, too. Sometimes, it gives you the motivation to get back on track with your routine, but sometimes, it doesn’t—it makes you feel worse. In this episode, I answer your question: why is it so easy for her but not for me? Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 14 - How She Did it - Overcoming PCOS, Endometriosis, and Male-Factor Infertility | 18 Mar 2025 | 01:01:09 | |
What do you do when you’ve been told that IVF is the only option and without it you can’t ever get pregnant? There is absolutely nothing against IVF; it is necessary a lot of times, and it’s always a personal decision, but it can be very devastating when you feel like there are no other options. I have invited Tara, onto the podcast today, Tara, is now a fertility coach working with me on my programs. I met her a few years ago when I released the first version of my online program. Tara was dealing with PCOS, endometriosis, and male factor infertility. The odds were not in her favor. But she got pregnant naturally, not just once but three times. Tara will share how she got pregnant, and how she overcame some of the most difficult challenges that are lot of you are facing now. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 13 - The Types of PCOS and Nutritional Strategies for Each | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:24:45 | |
PCOS is a complicated condition that affects up to 20% of all women of reproductive age. Its presentation can vary among individuals. Some women have classic symptoms and some women are shocked to be diagnosed with PCOS. There are lots of opinions out there, but in this episode, we explore:
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| Episode 12 - What is your Fertility Archetype...No more guessing why you're not getting pregnant | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:15:12 | |
Are you frustrated that you're doing everything possible but not seeing results? Chances are, you might not be making the right types of changes. Here is what to expect in this episode: FREEBIE ALERT: to discover YOUR fertility archetype, go to www.adriennewei.com/archetype. You'll get a free gift from me after you discover your archetype. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 11 - The Shocking Truth About the AMH and Ovarian Reserve | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:23:04 | |
No single marker for fertility causes as much anxiety and stress as the AMH. If your AMH is low, you've likely thought that you're "running out of eggs" and that you won't be able to get pregnant naturally. In this episode, I talk about why that is incorrect. Here is what to expect:
Please let me know what you think. I would love to hear from you! Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 10 - My Proven Framework to Get Over the Disappointment of a BFN | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:15:24 | |
There's nothing more demoralizing than getting a B.F.N at the end of the month when you've tried so hard. No one can blame you for feeling down, depressed, and sad. While it's very normal and healthy to feel this way because we're humans, it can also damage your overall emotional well-being and you'll start to lose hope. In this episode, I will share with you my five-step framework that can help to transport you out of a negative headspace so that you can feel more hopeful and motivated again. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 9 - What You Need To Know About These Super Fertility Herbs: Evening Primrose Oil, Vitex, Maca, and Tribulis | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:19:24 | |
If you've been trying to conceive with no success, it's very normal to think that it's because you're not doing enough, or something is seriously wrong with your hormones. As a result, you try everything that a well-meaning blogger or influencer or friend suggests. However, what they night not know is that some of these tips and tricks are not appropriate for everyone, and can actually delay the entire process. In this episode, we explore the evidence behind these popular fertility super herbs, and discuss whether or not they really help with fertility. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 8 - What is Qi? Is It Real? How Does it Affect Fertility? | 13 Feb 2025 | 00:14:38 | |
Qi, or chee, is one of the most complex concepts in Chinese medicine. Yet, it is crucial that you have a basic understanding of it. While you don't need to be a Chinese medicine doctor, knowing how Qi affects the body will help you identify possible imbalances that are preventing you from getting pregnant. In this episode, we will explore what Qi is and the possible imbalances that can cause fertility challenges. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 7 - What is Old is New Again - How This Medical System Has Been Helping Women Get Pregnant for Over 2500 Years | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:21:07 | |
Have you ever wondered how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a medical system that is over 2500 years old has stood the test of time, and is still used by billions of people today? In this episode, we explore the main principles of TCM, and how it is still very relevant today in treating infertility. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 6 - What is Methylation, and Settling the Score Between Folate and Folic Acid | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:17:20 | |
There is a lot of confusion around folate versus folic acid. You might have read that folate is better, but your doctor might have recommended folic acid. To understand which is truly better, we have to understand a process called methylation. In this episode, we explore:
I'm curious to hear about your thoughts on this. Please do not hesitate to contact me. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 5 - What the New Research Says About Exercise and Sperm Quality | 30 Jan 2025 | 00:15:45 | |
We’re switching gears to talk about male fertility—the other part of the equation to get pregnant. It's a well-known fact that over 40% of infertility cases are caused by issues with sperm. We'll explore in this episode:
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| Episode 4 - Everyday vs. Therapeutic Eating...What's the Difference? | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:14:38 | |
If you've been eating "healthy" but not seeing results, this episode could help you understand the difference between everyday eating and therapeutic eating, and how they impact fertility. Here is what to expect:
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| Episode 3 - Five Things You Can Do to Boost Fertility That are Absolutely FREE | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:19:33 | |
Do you ever feel like getting pregnant is starting to feel like a job that you're not getting paid for? In the process of searching for answers, you've spent thousands of dollars on supplements, lab tests, and treatments. What you might not realize, however, is that spending more money isn't going to help if you're not consistently taking action on a daily basis. In fact, there are many things you can do that can boost fertility and don't cost you a dime. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 2 - What TCM Tells You About Hormone Balance Without Bloodwork | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:17:56 | |
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been around for thousands of years. Have you ever wondered how doctors were able to help women get pregnant without actually knowing anything about blood chemistry or how hormones work as we understand it in the present day? Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| Episode 1 - Fertility Basics: All the Major Hormones and a Few That You Didn't Know About | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:19:47 | |
Whether you've been trying to conceive for a while or you're just starting the process, chances are, you've heard of the common female hormones such as FSH, estrogen, and progesterone. But hormone interactions are nuanced and complex. It's not as straightforward as "normal estrogen levels equal fertility." In fact, normal rarely means optimal. There are other hormones that make conception possible behind the scenes as well. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||
| A New Beginning | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:04:10 | |
Join me, Dr. Adrienne Wei, in this special relaunch episode of the Practically Fertile Podcast. Follow me on instagram @dradriennewei | |||