The Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast

Nora DeBora
The Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast

If you’re waiting until your 30s to have a baby and you don’t want to worry about aging eggs, expensive fertility treatments, or miscarriages, the Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast is for you. This show will help you naturally prime your body for your best pregnancy. Nora DeBora is a Preconception Health Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, and Fertility Awareness Practitioner who helps women and couples prepare their bodies for pregnancy with her 3-month Master Your Cycle To Get Pregnant program. Join Nora, and other experts in her field, as she shares with you all things pregnancy prep. Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

  1. The migraine and fertility connection with Diane Ducarme

    2 MAR

    The migraine and fertility connection with Diane Ducarme

    In today’s episode I interview Diane Ducarme who shares her expertise on migraines, including a holistic approach that combines Western science and Eastern medicine to understand and treat this complex condition. She explores the intricate connections between hormones, stress, gut health, and migraines, emphasizing the body's logical nature and its ability to heal when given the right support. Through personalized nutrition and comprehensive tracking, Diane has helped numerous women not only manage their migraines but also improve their overall health and fertility. Her approach highlights the importance of listening to one's body and addressing root causes rather than just treating symptoms. Episode Highlights: Diane's skiing accident that significantly impacted her health which was catalyst that pushed her to work in health and wellness. A comprehensive overview of migraines, explaining their duration, location, and accompanying symptom. The connection between hormonal fluctuations and migraines. How hormonal changes can trigger migraine attacks and the relationship between estrogen drops and liver toxin processing. How stress impacts migraines along with cortisol and its role in triggering migraine attacks. Vagus nerve and gut-brain axis, how digestive issues and gut health can directly impact migraine occurrence. Diane's holistic approach to treating migraines and helping improve fertility outcomes. Related Links: APPLY FOR THE BRONZE PACKAGE --> Enrolment Opens March 6, 2025 Apply for the Silver or Gold Package with Nora here For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/136  Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You’re Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

    1h 6m
  2. Top 10 sleep hygiene tips to improve your chances of getting pregnant

    23 FEB

    Top 10 sleep hygiene tips to improve your chances of getting pregnant

    In today's episode, I’ll share how your sleep habits can influence your time to conception. Recent research has shed light on the profound effects of sleep on reproductive health for both men and women. From regulating crucial hormones to improving egg and sperm quality, proper sleep plays a vital role in optimizing your hormones for fertility. I dive into the science behind sleep and fertility connection, the 6 different types of insomnia and why insomnia happens along with my top 10 practical tips to improve your sleep hygiene to help you get pregnant. Episode Highlights: The different sleep stages and how the body heals through each stage The impact of sleep disruption on reproductive hormones and overall health What the research is saying for optimal sleep and time to conception The 6 different types of insomnia, their causes and symptoms Top practical tips for sleep hygiene to help you conceive  Related Links: APPLY FOR THE BRONZE PACKAGE HERE --> Enrolment Opens March 6, 2025 Apply for the Silver or Gold Package with Nora here For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/135  Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You’re Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide   Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

    43 min
  3. Geriatric pregnancy & how to choose your prenatal with Ronit and Vida

    16 FEB

    Geriatric pregnancy & how to choose your prenatal with Ronit and Vida

    In today’s episode I interview Ronit and Vida, founders of Wenatal. They each share their personal ‘later in life’ fertility journey, their challenge with pregnancy loss and the inspiration behind their prenatal supplement company which is to provide comprehensive, high-quality supplements and education to support couples who are trying to conceive.  We dive into the importance of both the male and female role in fertility, the challenges of the conventional medical approaches to getting pregnant and how to improve egg and sperm quality through targeted supplementation and nutrition.  Episode Highlights: Ronit and Vida’s personal challenges with pregnancy loss in their 40’s and why they started WeNatal. The challenges they experienced with the conventional medical system and how they found functional medicine to help them conceive. Challenging the notion that egg quality is solely determined by age. The importance of focusing on mitochondrial health and how nutrients can improve egg quality. The significance of high-quality supplements and what to look for on supplement labels. Third-party testing, bioavailable nutrients, and the importance of specific forms of vitamins like methylfolate. The importance of male fertility and how antioxidants can significantly improve conception and live birth rates. How to focus on mindset, gratitude, and taking proactive steps to optimize your health before conception. Related Links: Apply for the Bronze Package Here - Enrolment opens March 6, 2025 Apply for the Silver or Gold Fertility Coaching Package here For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/134  Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You’re Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

    54 min
  4. Using fertile visualizations to manifest a healthy pregnancy with Lindsay Goodwin

    2 FEB

    Using fertile visualizations to manifest a healthy pregnancy with Lindsay Goodwin

    In today’s episode I interview Lindsay Goodwin, a holistic fertility expert who explores the intricate connections between mental, emotional, and physical aspects of fertility through a unique blend of scientific and spiritual approaches. Lindsey works with neuro-linguistic programming, visualization techniques, and understanding subconscious patterns in supporting individuals' fertility journeys. In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of addressing mental and emotional blocks, surrendering to the process, and maintaining a positive, open mindset when working towards conception. Episode Highlights: Lindsay’s unique journey into fertility work through her own spiritual awakening after a traumatic event. NLP as a technique for understanding subconscious behaviors and patterns. How NLP can help identify and reset underlying mental blocks that might impact fertility. How mental and emotional states directly impact physical fertility. The importance of addressing subconscious patterns and reducing stress to improve conception chances. The concept of souls choosing their parents. The spiritual understanding behind pregnancy, miscarriages, and fertility challenges from an energetic perspective. A practical NLP anchoring technique to help manage stress and create a positive mental state. Related Links: Sign up for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/132  Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

    1h 2m
  5. Understanding and protecting your mental health pre, during and beyond pregnancy with Dr. Dawn Kingston

    19 JAN

    Understanding and protecting your mental health pre, during and beyond pregnancy with Dr. Dawn Kingston

    In today’s episode, I interview Dr. Dawn Kingston,  an award-winning researcher and mental health clinician with over twenty-five years in medicine.  We explore the complex relationship between mental health and pregnancy along with challenging common misconceptions about the emotional experience during this critical phase of life. We dive deep into understanding nervous system regulation and how life experiences impact mental well-being. Dr. Kingston shares innovative brain-based therapies and provides a hopeful perspective on managing mental health before and during pregnancy.  Episode Highlights: Dr. Dawn Kingstons background and initial motivations for studying mental health in pregnancy. Common misconceptions about mental health during pregnancy.  Why emotional challenges during pregnancy are not just ‘simply hormonal’. The concept of nervous system dysregulation and how life experiences can impact mental health. The idea of a "ladder" of emotional states and how to move between different levels of regulation. Alternative therapeutic approaches for mental health and nervous system regulation Introduction of brain-based therapies like neurofeedback, brain spotting, and vibroacoustic stimulation. The concept of fetal programming. How a mother's mental health might impact her unborn child. Related Links: Sign up for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/130  Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You’re Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

    50 min

About

If you’re waiting until your 30s to have a baby and you don’t want to worry about aging eggs, expensive fertility treatments, or miscarriages, the Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast is for you. This show will help you naturally prime your body for your best pregnancy. Nora DeBora is a Preconception Health Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, and Fertility Awareness Practitioner who helps women and couples prepare their bodies for pregnancy with her 3-month Master Your Cycle To Get Pregnant program. Join Nora, and other experts in her field, as she shares with you all things pregnancy prep. Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

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