Managing Your Fertility

Bridget Busacker
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An evidence-based women’s health podcast on menstrual cycles, hormones, fertility awareness, and informed consent. Hosted by Bridget Busacker, MA, a women’s health communicator trained in public health and journalism, each episode blends research, expert interviews, and lived experience - from miscarriage and postpartum to hormonal imbalance. Topics include cycle charting, infertility, endometriosis, intimacy, and restorative reproductive medicine, so you can understand your body and make confident health decisions. https://www.managingyourfertility.com

  1. 2D AGO

    78 - Dr. Sarah Bartel - When You Feel “Touched Out”: Creating Safe Touch & Rebuilding Intimacy in Marriage

    What if the reason you don’t want to be touched at the end of the day… isn’t rejection - but nervous system overload?In this honest, hope-filled conversation, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Bartel, moral theologian and Catholic sex & marriage coach, to talk about what it really means to feel touched out - especially as a wife and mom - and how couples can rebuild loving intimacy without pressure, guilt, or shame.We explore the science of the nervous system, the theology of mutual self-gift, and practical steps couples can take this week to create safe touch that builds desire instead of shutting it down.If you’ve ever loved your husband deeply but felt completely overstimulated by the end of the day… this episode will feel like a deep exhale. We had some major tech issues with this episode, so thank you for your understanding if you notice some minor issues! We did our best to repair & restore the audio! 🙏🏼 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:My Delight Spring Waitlist - JOIN NOW: https://canafeast.com/mydelight?am_id=bridget5110FREE GUIDE Enhancing Intimacy for Catholic Wives: 9 Skills for Mind, Body, and Spirit for Catholic Women: https://canafeast.com/mydelight-9-skills?am_id=bridget5471My Delight Podcast: https://mydelight.buzzsprout.com/Breaking Barriers - Navigating Scrupulosity and Embracing Healthy Intimacy in Catholic Marriage with Dr. Sarah Bartel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/73-breaking-barriers-navigating-scrupulosity-and/id1561646902?i=1000668956109Dr. Sarah Bartel - Sex Q&A: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/57-dr-sarah-bartel-sex-q-a/id1561646902?i=1000626737029Marriage is Funny Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marriage-is-funny/id998421286 My Resources:Managing Your Fertility: ⁠https://www.managingyourfertility.com/⁠Start Your Chart™ Course: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/buystartyourchart⁠Fact Sheet for Your Medical Professional: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/factsheetformedprofessional⁠The Clean Lubricant Guide: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/thecleanlubricantguide⁠Newlywed Intimacy Blueprint Waitlist: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/newlywedintimacyblueprint⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/managingyourfertility⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/managingyourfertility⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@managingyourfertility⁠Affiliate & Partner Links:15% off Proov: ⁠https://proovtest.com/MYF⁠15% off Tempdrop: ⁠http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFBRIDGETBUS⁠10% off Mentionables: ⁠https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10⁠15% off Coconu: ⁠http://coconu.com/?ref=managingyourfertility⁠3 months free & 20% off Hallow: ⁠hallow.com/managingyourfertility⁠25% off Olive & June Mani Kit: ⁠https://fbuy.io/oliveandjune/3nkz4mwx⁠10% off Ember Co: ⁠https://www.theember.co/?ref=910⁠10% off Be a Heart: ⁠beaheart.com/managingyourfertility⁠15% off Abundantly Yours: ⁠abundantlyyours.org/bridget⁠Shop my Amazon Storefront: ⁠https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC⁠DISCLOSURE & MEDICAL DISCLAIMER:This description may include affiliate links. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission. The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as or replace professional medical advice.

    59 min

  2. FEB 12

    77 - Wuthering Heights, Hyper-Sexualization & What We’re Really Hungry For

    A new adaptation of Wuthering Heights has sparked conversation — but is it truly reflective of Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë, or something else entirely? In this episode, I explore the difference between intimacy and spectacle, why hyper-sexualized reinterpretations of classic literature matter, and what this says about what we’re really hungry for as women. If you’ve ever felt drawn to steamy romance content and wondered why, this is a thoughtful (not shaming) conversation about desire, marriage, and real intimacy. I also share hopeful resources — including work from Sarah Bartel — for building the kind of connection we’re actually wired for. RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: My Delight Spring Cohort: https://canafeast.com/mydelight?am_id=bridget5110 My Delight Waitlist & FREE Guide "Enhancing Intimacy for Catholic Wives": https://canafeast.com/mydelight-waitlist My Delight Podcast: https://mydelight.buzzsprout.com/ My Resources: Managing Your Fertility: ⁠https://www.managingyourfertility.com/⁠ Start Your Chart™ Course: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/buystartyourchart⁠ Fact Sheet for Your Medical Professional: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/factsheetformedprofessional⁠ The Clean Lubricant Guide: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/thecleanlubricantguide⁠ Newlywed Intimacy Blueprint Waitlist: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/newlywedintimacyblueprint⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/managingyourfertility⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/managingyourfertility⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@managingyourfertility⁠ Affiliate & Partner Links: 15% off Proov: ⁠https://proovtest.com/MYF⁠ 15% off Tempdrop: ⁠http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFBRIDGETBUS⁠ 10% off Mentionables: ⁠https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10⁠ 15% off Coconu: ⁠http://coconu.com/?ref=managingyourfertility⁠ 3 months free & 20% off Hallow: ⁠hallow.com/managingyourfertility⁠ 25% off Olive & June Mani Kit: ⁠https://fbuy.io/oliveandjune/3nkz4mwx⁠ 10% off Ember Co: ⁠https://www.theember.co/?ref=910⁠ 10% off Be a Heart: ⁠beaheart.com/managingyourfertility⁠ 15% off Abundantly Yours: ⁠abundantlyyours.org/bridget⁠ Shop my Amazon Storefront: ⁠https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC⁠ DISCLOSURE & MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This description may include affiliate links. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission. The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as or replace professional medical advice.

    18 min

  3. 11/13/2025

    76 - Was the Catholic Church Right All Along? Rethinking Feminism, NFP, & Birth Control with Katelyn Capistrant

    What if the Church wasn’t behind the times - but actually ahead of them? In this powerful conversation, chemist, wife, and mom Katelyn Capistrant joins me to unpack what it really means to integrate faith and science - and why rethinking cultural narratives around feminism, career, and birth control might be one of the most forward-thinking moves we can make. We talk about the hidden costs of hormonal contraception, what true respect for women looks like, and how embracing our design isn’t a step backward - it’s a step toward freedom. GUEST BIO: Katelyn Capistrant is a wife, mom to three little ones, full-time chemist, and licensed home baker. She blends science and art in her baking while exploring the integration of faith and science in everyday life. Kate is passionate about helping women marvel at God’s design, understand themselves, and grow in love for both Him and themselves. Her approach emphasizes that faith and scientific understanding are deeply compatible, especially in the context of fertility, marriage, and family life. RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: NFP with a Contraceptive Mentality? It's not a thing: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443420/episodes/17561151 Humanae Vitae: https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-vi_enc_25071968_humanae-vitae.html Holy Ambition: https://amzn.to/3Lvuc6y My Resources: Managing Your Fertility: ⁠https://www.managingyourfertility.com/⁠ Start Your Chart™ Course: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/buystartyourchart⁠ Fact Sheet for Your Medical Professional: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/factsheetformedprofessional⁠ The Clean Lubricant Guide: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/thecleanlubricantguide⁠ Newlywed Intimacy Blueprint Waitlist: ⁠https://go.managingyourfertility.com/newlywedintimacyblueprint⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/managingyourfertility⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/managingyourfertility⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@managingyourfertility⁠ Affiliate & Partner Links: 15% off Proov: ⁠https://proovtest.com/MYF⁠ 15% off Tempdrop: ⁠http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFBRIDGETBUS⁠ 10% off Mentionables: ⁠https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10⁠ 15% off Coconu: ⁠http://coconu.com/?ref=managingyourfertility⁠ 3 months free & 20% off Hallow: ⁠hallow.com/managingyourfertility⁠ 25% off Olive & June Mani Kit: ⁠https://fbuy.io/oliveandjune/3nkz4mwx⁠ 10% off Ember Co: ⁠https://www.theember.co/?ref=910⁠ 10% off Be a Heart: ⁠beaheart.com/managingyourfertility⁠ 15% off Abundantly Yours: ⁠abundantlyyours.org/bridget⁠ Shop my Amazon Storefront: ⁠https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC⁠ DISCLOSURE & MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This description may include affiliate links. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission. The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as or replace professional medical advice.

    49 min

  4. 10/23/2025

    75 - Rethinking Women’s Healthcare: The Power of Restorative Reproductive Medicine with Dr. Marguerite Duane

    Curious about restorative reproductive medicine (RRM) and how it can transform women’s healthcare? In this episode, Dr. Marguerite Duane, a physician and co-founder of FACTS about Fertility, explains what RRM really is, how it works, and why it’s an empowering approach for women seeking answers about their reproductive health. We explore the principles of restorative reproductive medicine (RRM), what it looks like in practice, and why understanding your reproductive system as part of your overall health can be life-changing. In this conversation, Dr. Duane explains: What RRM actually is and how it differs from conventional OB-GYN careHow RRM addresses root causes rather than just masking symptomsEvidence-backed outcomes supporting its effectivenessReal-life examples of women finally getting answers for conditions often overlooked in mainstream carePractical steps for women who want to learn more or pursue RRM for themselves Whether you’re seeking to understand alternative approaches, optimize your reproductive health, or feel more confident advocating for yourself with healthcare professionals, this episode offers clarity, hope, and practical guidance. GUEST BIO: Dr. Marguerite Duane, MD, MHA, FAAFP, is a board-certified family physician and co-founder of FACTS about Fertility, an organization dedicated to educating healthcare professionals and students about fertility awareness and restorative reproductive medicine (RRM). She serves as Director of the Center for Fertility Awareness Education and Research at Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Duane is passionate about helping women understand their bodies, uncover root causes of reproductive challenges, and access evidence-based care. RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Guest Resources: FACTS about Fertility: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/Dr. Marguerite Duane Faculty Page: https://www.duq.edu/faculty-and-staff/marguerite-duane.php My Resources: Managing Your Fertility: https://www.managingyourfertility.com/Start Your Chart™ Course: https://go.managingyourfertility.com/buystartyourchartFact Sheet for Your Medical Professional: https://go.managingyourfertility.com/factsheetformedprofessionalThe Clean Lubricant Guide: https://go.managingyourfertility.com/thecleanlubricantguideNewlywed Intimacy Blueprint Waitlist: https://go.managingyourfertility.com/newlywedintimacyblueprintInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/managingyourfertilityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/managingyourfertilityYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@managingyourfertility Affiliate & Partner Links: 15% off Proov: https://proovtest.com/MYF15% off Tempdrop: http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFBRIDGETBUS10% off Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10 15% off Coconu: http://coconu.com/?ref=managingyourfertility3 months free & 20% off Hallow: hallow.com/managingyourfertility25% off Olive & June Mani Kit: https://fbuy.io/oliveandjune/3nkz4mwx10% off Ember Co: https://www.theember.co/?ref=91010% off Be a Heart: beaheart.com/managingyourfertility15% off Abundantly Yours: abundantlyyours.org/bridgetShop my Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC DISCLOSURE & MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This description may include affiliate links. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission. The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as or replace professional medical advice.

    44 min

  5. SEASON 6 TRAILER

    Welcome to Managing Your Fertility

    Welcome to Managing Your Fertility - the podcast where women’s health meets hope and integration. Hosted by Bridget Busacker, each episode explores how your menstrual cycle is more than a monthly event - it’s a fifth vital sign that reflects your whole-body health. Here, we take a holistic approach to women’s wellness, connecting the dots between your cycle, hormones, mental health, digestion, and fertility. You’ll hear expert conversations, honest stories, and practical tools to help you understand your body with confidence, clarity, and hope. Because your body isn’t a problem to fix - it’s good, integrated, and worth caring for. Visit managingyourfertility.com for free resources and courses, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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  6. 09/23/2024

    74 - Hormonal Birth Control Explained: Health Risks, Informed Consent & Evidence-Based Alternatives with Dr. Marguerite Duane

    In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Marguerite Duane, a board-certified family physician and co-founder of FACTS about Fertility. Dr. Duane draws on her extensive expertise to explain how hormonal contraception works, its impact on women’s health, and evidence-based alternatives like fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs). We dive into the rising dissatisfaction with hormonal birth control, as many women are speaking out on platforms like TikTok about unintended side effects like decreased libido. Dr. Duane outlines common side effects, the rationale behind accepting them in favor of pregnancy prevention, and why so many women are turning to FABMs for family planning and overall health. Dr. Duane also provides clear insights into the effectiveness of FABMs and how they’re rooted in extensive research. Whether you're exploring natural alternatives, curious about the science behind hormonal contraception, or seeking guidance on finding knowledgeable medical professionals, this episode offers empowering, actionable information for reclaiming your health. GUEST BIO:Dr. Marguerite Duane, MD, MHA, FAAFP, is a board-certified family physician and co-founder of FACTS about Fertility, an organization dedicated to educating healthcare professionals and students about fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) for family planning and reproductive health. She serves as Director of the Center for Fertility Awareness Education and Research at Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine and is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Georgetown University. Dr. Duane balances her career as a healthcare educator and family physician with her role as a wife and mother of four children. She is passionate about helping women understand their bodies and make informed choices about their reproductive health.SHOWNOTES: FACTS about Fertility website: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/FACTS about Fertility Instagram: FACTS about Fertility Facebook: VIRTUAL CONFERENCE 11/11/24: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/2023-facts-virtual-conference/Directory (find a medical professional): https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/facts-physician-clinician-educator-directory/Blog: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/blog/ MY LINKS:Managing Your Fertility: https://www.managingyourfertility.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/managingyourfertilityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/managingyourfertilityYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCrRnJn-h0cjd8HdRBsWm8QFact Sheet for Your Medical Professional: https://go.managingyourfertility.com/factsheetformedprofessionalStart Your Chart™ Course: https://go.managingyourfertility.com/buystartyourchartAFFILIATE LINKS:Shop my Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC20% off Proov Test Strips: https://proovtest.com/?wly=5789320% off your first Olive & June Mani Kit: http://fbuy.me/v/bridgetbusackerbc10% off your Tempdrop: http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/managingyourfertility3 months free & 20% off your Hallow subscription: hallow.com/managingyourfertility10% off your order at Ember Co: https://www.theember.co/?ref=91010% off your order at Be a Heart: beaheart.com/managingyourfertility15% off your order at Abundantly Yours: abundantlyyours.org/bridget10% off your Mentionables order: https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10DISCLOSURE:This description may include affiliate links for products or services mentioned in the podcast. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission for the referral. I appreciate your support of my business!

    1h 3m

  7. 09/10/2024

    73 - Breaking Barriers: Navigating Scrupulosity and Embracing Healthy Intimacy in Catholic Marriage with Dr. Sarah Bartel

    I'm joined by Sarah Bartel, PhD, a moral theologian and Catholic sex and marriage coach, to dive deep into some challenging and enlightening topics about sex and marriage. Sarah and her husband, Nathan, have served thousands of Catholic couples through their CanaFeast online ministry, offering courses like the Abundant Marriage course and the Little Way of Marriage Workshop. In today’s episode, we explore Sarah’s newest program, My Delight, a course specifically designed to help Catholic married women break free from shame and isolation to develop holy, healthy intimacy with their husbands.We cover a lot in this conversation, including the extremes in thinking about sex, contrasting porn culture with purity culture, and the often misunderstood Catholic teachings on sex. Sarah gives valuable insight into how we can move away from both a 'sex life' mindset and puritanical responses, and instead integrate physical, emotional, and spiritual intimacy as a whole. We also tackle the sometimes awkward but important conversation about addressing spiritual and physical needs in marriage, and why taking time for emotional connection and communication is essential. Whether you're looking for guidance in your own marriage or just wanting to better understand the Church's teachings on sex and intimacy, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice. Don’t miss it! GUEST BIO: Dr. Sarah Bartel, PhD, is a Catholic moral theologian and marriage coach who, along with her husband Nathan, runs CanaFeast, an online ministry that has helped thousands of Catholic couples. Based near Seattle, WA, Sarah earned her BA and MA from Gonzaga University and completed her PhD in moral theology from the Catholic University of America. She is the creator of the My Delight course, designed to help Catholic women develop holy, healthy intimacy in marriage. A mother of five, Sarah loves hiking, reading Jane Austen, and feeding her kids salmon. SHOWNOTES: My Delight *FREE* 9 Skills for Holy and Healthy Intimacy: ⁠https://bridgetbusacker.krtra.com/t/LlaWjdw2Gva4⁠ My Delight Waitlist: ⁠https://bridgetbusacker.krtra.com/t/5bd1YpqSHNXc⁠ Cana Feast: https://www.canafeast.com/ MY LINKS: SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT: ⁠https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC⁠ 20% OFF PROOV TEST STRIPS: ⁠https://proovtest.com/?wly=57893⁠ 20% OFF YOUR FIRST OLIVE & JUNE MANI KIT: ⁠http://fbuy.me/v/bridgetbusackerbc ⁠10% OFF YOUR TEMPDROP: ⁠http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/managingyourfertility ⁠3 MONTHS FREE & 20% OFF YOUR HALLOW SUBSCRIPTION: ⁠hallow.com/managingyourfertility ⁠10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT EMBER CO: ⁠https://www.theember.co/?ref=910⁠ 10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT BE A HEART: ⁠beaheart.com/managingyourfertility ⁠15% OFF YOUR ORDER AT ABUNDANTLY YOURS: ⁠abundantlyyours.org/bridget⁠ 10% OFF YOUR MENTIONABLES ORDER: ⁠https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10⁠ DISCLOSURE: This description may include affiliate links for products or services mentioned in the podcast. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission for the referral. I appreciate your support of my business!

    40 min

  8. 09/10/2024

    72 - Pray with Me! Our Lady, Intercessor of Fertility Awareness

    In this special episode, I’m sharing a prayer I wrote a few years ago for all of us on our fertility journeys. Whether you're facing infertility, pregnancy loss, or navigating family planning, this prayer invites Mary, our Blessed Mother, to be with us, offering her loving intercession as we dedicate ourselves to Her Son. With the guidance and support of Fr. Alvaro Perez, PES, this prayer has been a source of comfort for many, and I hope it brings you peace and encouragement on your journey. Tune in to listen and join me in prayer. Read along with the prayer or save a copy to your phone, so you can easily access it: https://www.managingyourfertility.com/about/ourladyfaprayer/ LINKS: SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT: ⁠https://amzn.to/3MRxbTC⁠ DISCOUNT CODES:20% OFF PROOV TEST STRIPS: ⁠https://proovtest.com/?wly=57893 ⁠20% OFF YOUR FIRST OLIVE & JUNE MANI KIT: ⁠http://fbuy.me/v/bridgetbusackerbc ⁠10% OFF YOUR TEMPDROP: ⁠http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/managingyourfertility ⁠3 MONTHS FREE & 20% OFF YOUR HALLOW SUBSCRIPTION: ⁠hallow.com/managingyourfertility⁠ 10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT EMBER CO: ⁠https://www.theember.co/?ref=910 ⁠10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT BE A HEART: ⁠beaheart.com/managingyourfertility ⁠10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT ABUNDANTLY YOURS: ⁠abundantlyyours.org/bridget⁠ 10% OFF YOUR MENTIONABLES ORDER: ⁠https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10 ⁠DISCLOSURE: This description may include affiliate links for products or services mentioned in the podcast. If you purchase products or services at these links, I receive a small commission for the referral. I appreciate your support of my business!

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An evidence-based women’s health podcast on menstrual cycles, hormones, fertility awareness, and informed consent. Hosted by Bridget Busacker, MA, a women’s health communicator trained in public health and journalism, each episode blends research, expert interviews, and lived experience - from miscarriage and postpartum to hormonal imbalance. Topics include cycle charting, infertility, endometriosis, intimacy, and restorative reproductive medicine, so you can understand your body and make confident health decisions. https://www.managingyourfertility.com

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  • Creator
    Bridget Busacker
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    79
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bridget Busacker
  • Show Website
    Managing Your Fertility

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