63: Going deep into functional testing for fertility
01/13/25 • 38 min
What is functional testing for fertility and how are these tests different to the ones your fertility doctor looks at?
Today on the podcast we sit down with Dr Kela Smith, Functional Nutritionist with a PhD in Natural Medicine. She's also a speaker, author, host of the Hormone Puzzle Podcast, and went through years of fertility struggles herself.
She explains why functional testing may be the missing puzzle piece on your fertility journey.
By the time you finish listening, you'll find out:
- What functional tests are & what they can tell you about your fertility + overall health
- How you can ask for the tests relevant to you
- What you can do moving forward once you have the results
The 4th Annual Solving Fertility Summit begins on January 20th! Grab your Free Ticket HERE!!
January is a VERY exciting time at Element Pilates & Yoga - at the end of this month I will be hosting a FREE 3-Day Live Fertility Yoga series event where you can come & meet me, enjoy some of the beautiful practices of Fertility Yoga, Meditation & Breathwork - and learn how these tools can support YOU in 2025.
At the close of this series, you'll have the opportunity to join me inside the In Your Element Fertility Yoga Program which is the most comprehensive mind-body fertility program available. Here you'll learn exactly how to use these practices to regulate your nervous system, synchronise your hormones & support your fertility throughout each phase of your cycle. Doors will be open for a very limited time to join, so jump on the waitlist today!
When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories and tag me @jen.elementpilatesyoga
To grab a copy of my Free Fertility Yoga Guide, click here:
To learn more about the Element Fertility Yoga Course, click here.
This course is a self-paced & guided way to:
- Regulate your nervous system
- Support your fertility
- Sync with your cycle & synchronise your hormones
What is functional testing for fertility and how are these tests different to the ones your fertility doctor looks at?
Today on the podcast we sit down with Dr Kela Smith, Functional Nutritionist with a PhD in Natural Medicine. She's also a speaker, author, host of the Hormone Puzzle Podcast, and went through years of fertility struggles herself.
She explains why functional testing may be the missing puzzle piece on your fertility journey.
By the time you finish listening, you'll find out:
- What functional tests are & what they can tell you about your fertility + overall health
- How you can ask for the tests relevant to you
- What you can do moving forward once you have the results
The 4th Annual Solving Fertility Summit begins on January 20th! Grab your Free Ticket HERE!!
January is a VERY exciting time at Element Pilates & Yoga - at the end of this month I will be hosting a FREE 3-Day Live Fertility Yoga series event where you can come & meet me, enjoy some of the beautiful practices of Fertility Yoga, Meditation & Breathwork - and learn how these tools can support YOU in 2025.
At the close of this series, you'll have the opportunity to join me inside the In Your Element Fertility Yoga Program which is the most comprehensive mind-body fertility program available. Here you'll learn exactly how to use these practices to regulate your nervous system, synchronise your hormones & support your fertility throughout each phase of your cycle. Doors will be open for a very limited time to join, so jump on the waitlist today!
When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories and tag me @jen.elementpilatesyoga
To grab a copy of my Free Fertility Yoga Guide, click here:
To learn more about the Element Fertility Yoga Course, click here.
This course is a self-paced & guided way to:
- Regulate your nervous system
- Support your fertility
- Sync with your cycle & synchronise your hormones
Previous Episode
62: Kari's Journey Through Recurrent Loss + Secondary Infertility
On today’s episode, we explore the journey of one amazing woman’s path to building her family.
Through loss, recurrent loss, secondary infertility & so much heartache, this is a story of hope for anyone who needs to hear it. I absolutely loved hearing others' fertility stories when I was struggling to conceive (and I especially loved hearing the ones that had happy endings...spoiler alter!).
I hope this provides you with a little inspiration as we start a new year.
By the time you finish listening, you'll find out:
- How Kari navigated her own path through recurrent loss & infertility
- What she did differently in the weeks leading up to her positive pregnancy test
- How she was able to re-connect with her body & trust in her ability to have her family
January is a VERY exciting time at Element Pilates & Yoga - at the end of this month I will be hosting a FREE 3-Day Live Fertility Yoga series event where you can come & meet me, enjoy some of the beautiful practices of Fertility Yoga, Meditation & Breathwork - and learn how these tools can support YOU in 2025.
At the close of this series, you'll have the opportunity to join me inside the In Your Element Fertility Yoga Program which is the most comprehensive mind-body fertility program available. Here you'll learn exactly how to use these practices to regulate your nervous system, synchronise your hormones & support your fertility throughout each phase of your cycle. Doors will be open for a very limited time to join, so jump on the waitlist today!
When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories and tag me @jen.elementpilatesyoga
To grab a copy of my Free Fertility Yoga Guide, click here:
To learn more about the Element Fertility Yoga Course, click here.
This course is a self-paced & guided way to:
- Regulate your nervous system
- Support your fertility
- Sync with your cycle & synchronise your hormones
Next Episode
64: Roza's Journey Through Multiple Losses & IVF
On today’s episode, we share the journey of my wonderful friend, Roza.
She takes us through years of struggles - ectopic pregnancies, multiple losses, unsuccessful IVF cycles...and so much more.
Roza also shares how much this journey affected her life - her work, her relationship, her friendships. But it's a story of strength, resilience & hope. And one that I know you're going to love hearing.
By the time you finish listening, you'll find out:
- How Roza navigated her own path through recurrent loss + IVF
- How she went from multiple rounds of IVF to having her baby
- What she wishes she had known from the beginning of her journey
When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories and tag me @jen.elementpilatesyoga
To grab a copy of my Free Fertility Yoga Guide, click here:
To learn more about the Element Fertility Yoga Course, click here.
This course is a self-paced & guided way to:
- Regulate your nervous system
- Support your fertility
- Sync with your cycle & synchronise your hormones
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