Natural Fertility with Dr. Jane

I get a lot of questions regarding saunas and fertility. Today, I will guide you through the research and share methods I use with my patients to enhance their fertility using saunas. Tune in to discover more.

In this episode, I’m exploring the reproductive microbiome—the bacteria in your vagina, fallopian tubes, cervix, and uterus that change during pregnancy. Experiencing frequent urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and BV (Bacterial Vaginosis) can indicate an imbalance that must be treated. Your womb needs to be in optimal condition for your baby to grow. I’m here to guide you through natural methods to restore your reproductive microbiome, creating the ideal environment for your baby to flourish.

Today, I'm joined by a Physician Assistant turned Integrative Doctor of Natural Medicine, Dr. Sande Barageron. If you're struggling with symptoms of chronic illness, Dr. Barageron will reveal why she decided to switch to natural medicine after years of working in the conventional medical system, and how she used natural medicine to heal her child of Lyme disease—and wrote a book about it.

Join me as I break down the different types of functional lab testing (aka gut stool analysis, environmental toxin testing, micronutrient testing, and organic acid testing) that will tell you WHAT’S happening within your body and WHY you haven’t been able to conceive. There is always an explanation to your infertility struggles, so tune in and find out what kind of tests I use in my practice to find the root cause of infertility struggles and help my patients conceive naturally.

If you want to learn: 

• How to handle environmental toxins in your home

• The first steps you should take to decrease your exposure

• Why and how environmental toxins impact our fertility 

• 3 ways to remove them from your home



Then this is an episode you should tune into!

These simple changes can make a big difference, and they are essential shifts to make if you’ve been struggling to conceive for 1+ years.

In this episode, I break down why it’s important to understand the root cause of low progesterone in optimizing your fertility, potential root causes of low progesterone, and how to restore your progesterone levels without blindly relying on medications/supplements. 

Your body is where your baby is going to grow– so, your health is a direct reflection of your fertility. And your fertility hormones are a huge piece of this puzzle.

If you have been struggling with infertility for over a year, you want to make sure your prolactin levels are optimal. 

It's not just about prolactin though...it's understanding the root cause of elevated prolactin levels. 

In this episode, I take a deep dive into prolactin, sharing everything you need to know to test and optimize your prolactin levels.

In this episode, I answer some common questions around alcohol and fertility - both when it comes to yourself and your partner’s drinking habits. 

What is the actual impact of alcohol on sperm and egg quality?

Should myself and my partner drink zero alcohol or is drinking in moderation okay?

All of this and more is covered in this episode!

In this episode, I'm excited to dive into Mairishka's incredible journey. She had excruciating periods for eight years and was on the verge of removing her uterus. She decided to take a chance on my program and I am glad she did. Mairishka’s painful periods disappeared within just a couple of months of working together, and she also noticed huge improvements in her digestion, skin, energy levels, immune resilience, and ultimately, feels like she has reclaimed her life. Tune in to find out how she did it.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jack Kunkel, a highly respected Doctor of Alternative Medicine, author, and former professional drug-free bodybuilder. Renowned for his expertise in weight loss, Dr. Jack, a pioneer in blending Western and Eastern medicine, shares insights on metabolic health and unconventional approaches to weight loss.

In this episode, I am joined by Ally, a remarkable patient, who shares her transformative health journey. She refused to accept birth control and metformin to balance her hormones and regulate blood sugar, and instead searched for answers. Since working together, Ally has lost 30-pounds, has more energy, more confidence and is excited for the future.   Tune in to find out how she's transformed into a completely new person.

In this episode, I go over what to do if your labs are normal but you still can’t get pregnant or stay pregnant. I share my personal journey and emphasize the importance of not dismissing your instincts. Standard lab testing is limited and does not reveal the whole picture. Don't let "normal" be the end of your investigation, in fact, it’s only the beginning.

In this episode, I dive into why you are feeling stuck on your fertility journey. Infertility is a mentally, emotionally, and financially exhausting journey, but giving up shouldn't be an option. Join me as I share insights into the mistakes couples often make, the importance of changing language around infertility, and how a healing mindset can bring you closer to the dream of conceiving naturally.

In this episode, I break down how to assess egg quality and how to improve it.  The fear of dwindling egg quality often leads to rushed decisions and unnecessary procedures. Join me as I share insights into testing, and provide realistic ways to enhance egg quality on your fertility journey.

In this episode, I dive into the connection between digestion and fertility and how it can be at the root of your infertility struggles. Digestion is the epicenter of your health, influencing everything from hormones, to vitamin absorption, to detoxification, to reproductive microbiomes. Listen to learn more.  

In this episode, I address the common dilemma of where to begin when you are just starting out your fertility journey. I share the process that I use with my clients to help them feel more confident and in control of their fertility journey and I hope you find it helpful as well.

In this episode, 

I’m joined by Mitch Marchand, a former electrical engineer turned EMF consultant.

We dive into the world of electromagnetic fields - Mitch's journey, from power plant programming to helping people create biocompatible environments, we unravel the impact of EMFs on health, explore frequencies, safety guidelines, and the surprising sources of EMFs in our homes.

In this episode,

I break down the simple labs that you MUST run to gain a full understanding of your hormones. Most couples spend years trying to piece together information from their doctors, unsure of what to test, what the optimal ranges should be, and whether everything has even been tested. I want to give you the information ahead of time, so you can advocate for yourself and get answers quickly to your infertility struggles.

In this episode,

I shed light on how painful periods are blocking you from being able to get pregnant, debunking myths that it’s normal and birth control is the only option to treat them.  I highlight the common mistakes women make in addressing this concern and stress the importance of identifying root causes, tracking data, and understanding the deeper connections to hormones and overall health. Tune in to learn more. 

In this episode,

I delve into the often-misunderstood topic of inflammation, breaking down its connection to fertility and sharing insights on recognizing and addressing it. From the pain as an indication to feeling swollen or puffy, I guide you through understanding inflammation's signals and how supporting your body's natural response can positively impact your fertility journey.

This episode is dedicated to women who are over 35 and have been told their eggs are spoiling, their chances of getting pregnant are rapidly declining, and that they should consider IVF as soon as possible. 

The truth is, age is not the primary factor in your fertility potential, your HEALTH is.

So, in this episode, I share how your fertility really works and the changes you can implement TODAY to optimize your health so that you can get closer to a healthy pregnancy.

In this episode,

I'm joined by my incredible patient Christina, who shares her fertility journey to date.

Christina went through 2 miscarriages in 2 years with NO support from her conventional doctor.  

In fact, she was told she had to have another miscarriage before she could get any testing done. Problem is - she didn’t have regular cycles and getting pregnant was hard. 

She didn’t want to wait any longer and I am so glad she reached out. Now a year later, she is 15 weeks pregnant and continues to share her experience on social media and in this podcast to empower women to advocate for themselves, figure out their road blocks and prioritize their health.  

In this episode, 

I explore the key differences between working with a naturopathic doctors vs. a registered dietitians. 

As a naturopathic doctor and natural fertility expert, my goal is to help couples struggling with infertility understand which practitioner aligns best with where they are in their fertility journey, so you stop wasting time and money on procedures and interventions that don’t work.

In this episode,

I delve into the three crucial systems that play a pivotal role in your fertility journey. These systems are often overlooked by practitioners, yet they hold the key to understanding and addressing infertility issues. 

Fertility is not just about balancing hormones; it's about creating a holistic foundation for your overall health and it’s about healing your body so you can do what it’s designed to do. 

In this episode, 

I break down the 5 most common myths about infertility that I hear in my practice:

1. Infertility is just bad luck

2. There's nothing you can do to improve your fertility potential

3. You have to be healthy to conceive

4. 'My time will come, let's leave it to fate'

5. ‘I can figure this out on my own' 

All of these false beliefs are holding couples back from conceiving naturally with ease, so I want to change that!

In this episode, 

I’m joined by one of my rockstar patients Catherine, who shares her journey with endometriosis, fertility and now, pregnancy. 

More specifically, Catherine discusses her experiences with painful periods, birth control, and the impact endometriosis had on her life, shedding light on the challenges many patients in my practice face. 

And together, we breakdown what we did to help her overcome these health obstacles, so she could get pregnant naturally with ease.

In this episode, 

I dive into the root cause of your infertility struggles - your mitochondria function.  

Most people know (or maybe don’t even know about the mitochondria at all) as the power house of the cell and it’s role in energy production. But it actually has a critical role in sex hormone production (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) and cortisol production (stress hormone).  

If you’re struggling with infertility, you’re also likely struggling with energy, hormonal imbalances, excess weight and brain fog.  

Tune in to learn why you should be focusing on your mitochondrial health on your fertility journey.

In this episode, 

I break down the top obstacles I see in patients who are struggling with infertility and the best action steps to take if you want to overcome these issues ASAP.  

In this episode,

I debunk common myths that I hear about ectopic pregnancy as well as share my insights on this phenomenon, like how to advocate for yourself when you know something is wrong during pregnancy, and how to heal after a traumatic experience like this.

In this episode,

I explore recurrent pregnancy loss - this is a topic very close to my heart as I actually decided to enter the fertility space after having a miscarriage. I dive into why recurrent pregnancy loss happens and what you can do to heal from this experience and prepare for a successful next pregnancy.

In this episode, 

I’m joined by my good friend and lymph expert, Kelly Kennedy. Kelly shares her secrets to getting rid of puffiness, increasing your energy, increasing your fertility and improving your overall health.

In this episode, 

I share everything you need to know about IUIs, so you can feel more confident and in control moving forward on your fertility journey. From who IUIs are for/not for, as well as action steps you can take if you’ve just had a failed IUI; this episode covers it all. 

In this episode, 

I outline my Maximize Your Fertility program in detail, so you can get a behind the scenes perspective and better discern whether this program is the right next step for you and your partner. 

In this episode, 

I explore how to reconnect with and track your cycle without the use of LH strips, thermometers, etc. The truth is, your body is providing you with all the information you need to take action in optimizing your menstrual cycle, you just need to dig deeper into this information and use it to make a game plan.  

In this episode,

I break down the importance of sperm quality to fertility potential, how to take advantage of your sperm analysis results and the holistic strategies I recommend to patients who have poor sperm quality.

In this episode, 

I discuss the growing concern of infertility and main factors that contribute to it. More specifically, I cover what you need to focus on as a couple to make sure you spend your time, energy and finances into something that will work.

In this episode, 

I’m joined by Dr. Nicole Rothman, DC, CACCP, and we explore how women can become more in tune with their bodies and better advocate for themselves in the health space. 

In this episode, 

I reveal the 4 things that you need for conception to occur. It’s not as complicated as the conventional medical system has made it out to be and if you have these 4 things, I promise you conception will occur.  

Tune in to find out more.

In this episode, 

I dive into the topic of premature ovarian failure (POF) and why it shouldn't be a reason to lose hope when it comes to conceiving naturally. 

More specifically, I share:

• My experiences working with mentors who’ve successfully helped women reverse this condition.

• The importance of understanding the underlying causes of POF especially if you’re trying to get pregnant naturally.

• The possibilities of healing the body through natural medicine, even if your doctor has told you it isn’t possible.

In this episode,

I'm joined by Melissa from Vivoo to discuss how we can become more in touch with our bodies through non-invasive testing. 

If you've never heard of Vivoo, Vivoo is a YOU-centered wellness platform aimed to provide its patrons with easy access to body insights. By using their fool-proof urine strip tests and digital app, you can track your hydration, urinary pH, Ketones, UTI's, kidney and liver function in a matter of seconds.

I use their products regularly to stay on top of my health, and I also recommend their products to all my patients. 

If you’re interested in learning how you can use biohacking to better your fertility potential, then this episode is for you.

In this episode, 

I reveal your IVF checklist.  

IVF is an extremely taxing experience mentally, physically, and financially - no couple should feel rushed into it. 

If you feel like IVF is the next step for you in your fertility journey, tune into this episode to make sure that this is in fact the next right step.  

In this episode,

I breakdown how autoimmune disease impacts your ability to get pregnant and stay pregnant, the three common factors of developing autoimmune disease, what labs to run and treatment approaches.  

In this episode, 

I talk about the unfairness of infertility and how you can shift feelings of anger, bitterness, and guilt, into healing and empowerment. 

Because the reality of the situation is, infertility is extremely unfair and there is little explanation as to the ‘why me’. But there IS an explanation for your symptoms and your struggle, and there IS a way for you to overcome these struggles and optimize your situation for a healthy and natural pregnancy. 

The truth is, it’s significantly more powerful to put the feelings you have about infertility into optimizing your health, than into wondering why ‘it had to be you’ and why ‘this person got pregnant and not me’. And that’s the shift I want to help you make with this episode. 

In this episode, 

I breakdown why you shouldn’t accept unexplained infertility as a diagnosis and more importantly what you need to do to get some answers. 

There is always an answer as to why you aren’t getting pregnant or staying pregnant, and just because the conventional medical system can’t explain it, doesn’t mean there is no explanation.  

Tune in to learn more about my approach to unexplained infertility. 

As we approach Mother's Day and start to receive the spring baby shower invitations and pregnancy announcements, it's normal to feel triggered and extra emotional, considering what you're going through. 

Now, the reason you may be feeling triggered is because the reality of where you are NOW doesn't match the expectations you had for yourself and your fertility journey.

I call this the ‘gap’.

And in this episode, I break down the ‘gap’, why it exists, and what you can learn from your gap to progress your fertility journey forward. 

Because we need to focus on understanding why what we've been doing fertility-wise  isn't working instead of doing more of the same. 

In this episode,
I cover the 4 most common reasons you aren’t getting pregnant even when you are ovulating. This is one of the biggest frustrations I hear from my patients and my followers and I want to help you shed some light onto what may be happening and more importantly, what you can do about it.

Is getting pregnant after 40 naturally impossible? No. But it’s not as easy as when you are in your 20s. So in order to increase your odds and have a healthy pregnancy, it’s necessary for you to get a proper health assessment and optimize every aspect of your health. 

Pregnancy is the hardest thing that the female body will ever do. And when you're younger, your body is able to handle and manage that stress much better, not to mention the quality of the eggs. Your eggs don't just deteriorate as soon as you turn 40, however, the quality of your eggs greatly depends on your health. Your health is the reflection of your cells, how healthy are your cells - your eggs are your cells. 

So, if you want to get pregnant after the age of 40, you need to prepare the body for the stress - get your thyroid checked, your digestion and environmental toxin burden checked, optimize your sleep, learn about your hormones, move your body in a way that builds you up instead of breaking you down, optimize your weight and your energy levels. 

Women who come to me after 40 who are struggling to get pregnant, are also ones who are struggling with energy, heavy cycles, weight loss resistance, hormonal acne, digestive issues and much more. 

All this said, if you are 40 and want to dive into fertility and what your next steps are, give this episode a listen.