Fertility In Focus Podcast Dr. Christina Burns

You may be wondering if you read this title properly. Yes, I’am actually implying that music can be therapeutic for fertility. Mostly by means of reducing stress, since the stress response has such a dramatic impact on your hormones. The stress of trying to conceive can be all-consuming. Music has been proven to alter brain waves and reduce cortisol (your main stress hormone). Why not use smooth tunes to improve wellbeing as you go through this challenging time?Music has been a part of human ...

Todays’ episode shines a spotlight on the importance of food as medicine when it comes to enhancing your fertility. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the profound connection between the foods we consume and our overall health. Yet, this relationship is incredibly crucial. Viewing food as medicine encourages us to view our diet not merely as a means to satisfy our hunger, but as a powerful tool to enhance our health, prevent diseases, and promote longevity. All of which ...

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is making headlines in the field of fertility, with ovarian PRP emerging as a promising approach for women facing certain egg quality challenges. This type of treatment involves injecting a woman's own platelet-rich plasma into her ovaries. PRP is a concentration of platelets and growth factors created from a patient's own blood. These growth factors can stimulate cellular regeneration and may help to improve ovarian function and increase IVF success. ...

Today’s episode is a nutritional spotlight on pomegranate! Pomegranate has long been seen as a sacred fruit in most world religions as well as ancient mythologies. It’s mentioned in the Jewish Torah, the Old Testament in the Bible, and even ancient Babylonian texts. The fruit is generally associated with health, strength and abundance. However, eating pomegranate can also be helpful for supporting your fertility. Pomegranates contain high levels of antioxidants, which have proven helpful...

Is the quality of your sleep a defining figure in your fertility outcomes? That's what I aim to hash out in this session of Fertility in Focus. Sleep is not often the first thing that comes to mind when we think about fertility, but it may play a crucial role in reproductive health. Lack of sleep or irregular sleep patterns can disrupt the balance of key hormones, including those responsible for reproduction. Interrupted or short sleep duration is associated with everything from poor follicle...

It is easy to underestimate the power of preparation when it comes to fertility. Much of the time, the awareness of your ticking clock can make you want to take serious action. This may work out for many, however, if you’re struggling to see success, it may mean you need to revisit the basics, especially as it pertains to your lifestyle and natural methods.In today’s session, we discuss the best ways to prepare for success, whether trying naturally or with IVF. It starts with our day to day, ...