Is 35 Really the Fertility Cliff? Debunking Myths and Empowering Women
07/24/24 • 55 min
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Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, a renowned women’s health and fertility detective with two decades of experience, join host Beth Gulotta, to address the deficiencies of the healthcare system regarding fertility treatments. Aimee, a celebrity acupuncturist, coach, and best-selling author, emphasizes the critical need for comprehensive testing and tailored care, addressing skepticism within the medical community. She highlights the importance of identifying and treating underlying health issues such as endometriosis and autoimmune disorders and underscores the role of lifestyle and environmental influences on reproductive health. Additionally, Aimee dispels the widespread myth surrounding the so-called fertility cliff at 35 years of age, advocating for a broader perspective on health and self-compassion for those navigating fertility complexities..
We Also Talk About:
- Importance of ruling out endometrial lining infections and conducting uterine function testing before rushing to IVF
- Challenges faced by women navigating fertility treatments
- Resistance within the medical field to consider reproductive immunology
- Emotional toll of fertility struggles and the need for more personalized and empathetic care
- Shift in the medical approach to fertility care
- Impact of stress on the fertility process
- Practical advice for improving egg quality and hormone balance
- Shared experiences and frustrations of navigating fertility treatments
- Importance of not letting others dictate the timeline for starting a family
- Aimee's personal journey and challenges societal pressure around fertility and age
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Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, a renowned women’s health and fertility detective with two decades of experience, join host Beth Gulotta, to address the deficiencies of the healthcare system regarding fertility treatments. Aimee, a celebrity acupuncturist, coach, and best-selling author, emphasizes the critical need for comprehensive testing and tailored care, addressing skepticism within the medical community. She highlights the importance of identifying and treating underlying health issues such as endometriosis and autoimmune disorders and underscores the role of lifestyle and environmental influences on reproductive health. Additionally, Aimee dispels the widespread myth surrounding the so-called fertility cliff at 35 years of age, advocating for a broader perspective on health and self-compassion for those navigating fertility complexities..
We Also Talk About:
- Importance of ruling out endometrial lining infections and conducting uterine function testing before rushing to IVF
- Challenges faced by women navigating fertility treatments
- Resistance within the medical field to consider reproductive immunology
- Emotional toll of fertility struggles and the need for more personalized and empathetic care
- Shift in the medical approach to fertility care
- Impact of stress on the fertility process
- Practical advice for improving egg quality and hormone balance
- Shared experiences and frustrations of navigating fertility treatments
- Importance of not letting others dictate the timeline for starting a family
- Aimee's personal journey and challenges societal pressure around fertility and age
Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
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Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
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- Ava Lee's career journey from finance to the beauty industry
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- The importance of sharing personal experiences to help others navigate similar challenges
Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links:
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
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