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The Fertility Dietitian | Functional Fertility Info in your Ears

Brooke Boskovich | CEO & Founder of The Fertility Dietitian

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Brooke Boskovich is a Functional Medicine Dietitian specializing in Fertility and this is The Fertility Dietitian Podcast where she helps couples uncover the barriers that are preventing them from optimizing their fertility & teaches you how to work with your body to finally take home a healthy baby. Each week she will be diving into different topics on fertility and sharing her perspective on physiology, metabolic health, nutrition & lifestyle approaches that have helped hundreds of couples ...
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This podcast is a no holds barred account of the highs and lows experienced during the emotional rollercoaster to pregnancy and parenthood. Romana and Ewan have been trying to conceive since 2016. In the quest for a baby they have laughed and they have cried but most importantly they've learnt a crazy amount about the world of Infertility and IVF. Join them on their fertility journey as they wait for their elusive BFP. As well as sharing tips and tricks to help you stay sane they also chat t ...
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Have you ever felt like your diet or food choices left you isolated or alone? Diet culture creates community but it also separates us. From our favorite foods, from connection to our bodies, from friends, family, or social gatherings. This podcast showcases the stories of people who have embraced intuitive eating and a non-diet approach. Join host Cara Harbstreet, founder of Libre Connections, for conversations with experts and everyday people. She's a registered dietitian who loves to blend ...
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How do we know if our egg quality is improving? And even before that, how do we know if our eggs need improving? This episode explains the signs that your egg quality needs a boost. Listen in to learn how the luteal phase, oxidative stress, and diet can affect your egg quality and how long it takes to see notable changes. Show Notes: How to know if…
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Fat can be a confusing topic in the world of fertility. In this episode, I explain why you need fats for fertility. I also share where you can get these fats from foods. Learn which fats are best for fertility, which vitamins are fat-soluble, and how much omega-3 and omega-6 you should consume to improve your fertility. Show Notes: Is eating fat go…
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Understanding our bodies' nutrient needs can be challenging even without the added complication of an impending pregnancy. In this episode, I explain the differences between plant and animal proteins. I also explain the role of proteins and amino acids in the fertility process and share where to find these nutrients in your diet. Show Notes: Is a v…
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In this episode, you’ll learn what a holistic approach to IVF can look like, who it can work for, and what you can do to support IVF outcomes. There are plenty of internal and external factors to consider when deciding whether or not to move forward with IVF and in this episode, we cover all the options. Listen in to learn what a holistic approach …
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Learn my top tips for supporting implantation. If you are only focusing on the implantation window once you are trying to conceive you have missed a lot of opportunities to actually support implantation. Listen to learn more about the role of nutrition and lifestyle during the two week wait and throughout the entire cycle for supporting implantatio…
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Iron supplementation for fertility is a very misunderstood, complex, and important topic. In this episode, you will find dietary tips and tricks to help you support iron regulation with the help of your diet. I discuss the iron recycling system in our body and how other minerals like copper play a key role in iron regulation. Listen in to learn who…
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Good quality sleep is crucial for your fertility. How much sleep we get — or do not get — affects so many aspects of our physical health that it is no wonder that sleep directly affects fertility too. In this episode, I talk about the amount of sleep we should get every night and how to ensure that we are regularly getting good quality sleep. You w…
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Today’s topic affects plenty of parents who had no issues conceiving previously. How long should you wait between pregnancies? Is your gut health related to your recent fertility issues? I explain secondary infertility, its main causes, and practical treatments in this episode. Show Notes: What is secondary infertility How to know if you have secon…
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This episode is all about the highly requested topic of figuring out the best day to “try” to get pregnant. In this episode, you will learn how to use nutrition to support cervical mucus and tips for understanding your fertile window. I also discuss the accuracy of ovulation kits, explain what optimal cervical mucus should look and feel like, and o…
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Learn how to get pregnant faster by improving how you adapt to stress. Stress can have negative effects on the body that can prove challenging for fertility. In this episode, learn the role that stress plays in fertility and how to help your body better adapt to stress as it arises. Find out about common internal and external stressors and why mine…
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Today’s we are talking about the connection between your fertility and the health of your thyroid. Thyroid health has been a part of Brooke's own health journey. Learn about normal and dysfunctional thyroid symptoms and ways to support a healthy thyroid throughout your fertility journey. Medication isn’t the solution for autoimmune thyroid conditio…
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Fertility is impacted by all parts of our health. Sarah is a graduate of the Master Your Fertility program. She hit a wall after her fifth IUI and knew there had to be other options. In this episode, we talk about how her gut health was impacting her fertility and share tips for improving how to get nutrients from our food. We also talk about the i…
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Each fertility journey comes with unique challenges. My client Marika was diagnosed with PCOS at 22 and subsequently endometriosis and diabetes. After many unsuccessful egg retrievals, doctors told her there was nothing she could do, so she started working with me. I supported her through her IVF journey and subsequent pregnancy. We focused on diet…
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All of my clients have had a mineral imbalance that was negatively impacting their fertility. Listen to learn how important minerals are in the fertility process and how you can support mineral balance for a healthy pregnancy. In this episode, learn how to test for your mineral status and how you can change your mineral levels. “Our modern-day worl…
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The role of gut health is often overlooked in the conventional medicine world. Gut health plays a very important role in fertility. All of my clients have had gut imbalances contributing to how they are supporting fertility. Listen in to learn how you know if your gut health should be checked, and what the symptoms of poor gut health are. Show Note…
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After a miscarriage, the most important next step is to get support. Whether you have had a single miscarriage or multiple, if you are ready to dive deeper into your health and the health of your partner, there is never a wrong time. In this episode, I share which health markers are commonly missed by conventional healthcare providers post-miscarri…
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Today I talk about what healthy and unhealthy menstrual cycles look like. I also explain what cycle signs to track when you are trying to get pregnant. Learn what happens during the different phases of the menstrual cycle and how to know when you should seek support regarding irregularities in your cycle. Listen to this episode to learn how to conf…
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Why should we care about cervical mucus? Today I share my top four tips for improving cervical mucus. I explain why cervical mucus is important for fertility and what to do if you aren’t seeing fertile cervical mucus. I also talk about the relationship between cervical mucus and fertility hormones like estrogen. Show Notes: How to improve cervical …
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Lauren and her partner had been trying to get pregnant for six years before investing in my private coaching program. She had done multiple IUIs which were unsuccessful and was suffering from a mild case of endometriosis. The couple saw ten different doctors who all said different things. They were overwhelmed. In this episode, I offer a reminder t…
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Detox and toxins are big buzzwords at the moment, so today I discuss them both in the context of fertility. There is a lot of misinformation around detox support. What goes in your body, on your body, and is around your body is a lot to think about. In this episode, I offer relatable and actionable detox tips to support your fertility journey. "Our…
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I have worked with a handful of clients with Luteinised Unruptured Follicle Syndrome, or LUFS, who wanted to get pregnant without IVF, so today I give tips for anyone who wants to get pregnant and has LUFS. For many of my clients with LUFS ovulation medications and trigger shots did not work. Learn about the effects of internal and external stresso…
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Today my client Peggy shares her fertility story. She suffered from a mild case of endometriosis and Luteinized Unruptured Follicle Syndrome, or LUFS, and had been trying to get pregnant for three years. After working together Peggy got pregnant on her own during the second cycle where she ovulated and now she is the mother to a happy three-month-o…
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Plenty of couples’ fertility journeys end with a diagnosis of unexplained infertility. At the Fertility Dietitian, we haven't worked with any cases of unexplained infertility where we didn't find at least three areas for improvement. IVF is not a miracle cure for people with underlying health issues or imbalances and is not the answer for most coup…
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Today’s guest Caitlin thinks she was my most annoying client, but I don’t see it that way. She and her husband were very committed to the program and my recommendations and they got pregnant within three months of working with me. In this episode, Caitlin shares her fertility journey and offers advice for others in her position. Learn why it is imp…
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Today one of my clients, Julia, shares her journey from unexplained infertility to pregnancy within a year. Julia took a leap of faith and trusted her intuition when doctors told her that IVF was her only likely path to pregnancy. In this episode, hear about her journey to finding Brooke, her experience with a fertility dietitian, and her advice fo…
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Sperm is a huge factor in the health of your baby. In this episode, learn how poor sperm health affects pregnancy outcomes. Reducing the toxic burden in our bodies takes energy away from healthy sperm production and is just one of the factors that can affect sperm health. Find out if and when you should request sperm DNA fragmentation testing and h…
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How do you know if your sperm analysis is normal? Today I share the process of sperm production, why sperm health is important, and which steps you can take to maximize sperm health. Sperm health affects the likelihood of a productive contraception process, so listen in to learn why preconception care also includes sperm health. Show Notes: What is…
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Today I share how you can improve your egg quality over the age of 35. Learn four things you can do to support your mitochondria and improve egg quality. I explain why you must support your gut to improve your egg quality. Find out how long it takes to see improvements and what practical measures you can implement to decrease your toxic burden now.…
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This episode is all about Anti-Müllerian Hormone or AMH. What is AMH and what is its function for fertility? Learn about AMH levels and how to increase them. Find out what your AMH levels are telling you. How is AMH related to factors like gut health and PCOS? Show Notes: What is AMH How does follicle size relate to AMH development What is the func…
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There is a lot of confusing and contradicting information out there about how our diet affects fertility. Today is all about busting common fertility diet myths. In this episode, I explain why nutrition is crucial to the fertility process and how to better understand how to support fertility with nutrition. I also share tips for analyzing relevant …
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Today I share my top tips for boosting progesterone naturally. You may not hear about progesterone and its role in conception until you begin your fertility journey. In this episode, learn about what progesterone is, how our bodies produce it, and how we can actively support that production process. What is its biggest job and why should we care ab…
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Why should we care about preconception? Today I talk about what preconception care is, why it is important, and how to support it, all with the goal of decreasing your time to a healthy baby. I share the facets that preconception care includes, like eating well and reducing the body's toxic burden for both parents. Listen in to learn common causes …
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Welcome to The Fertility Dietitian Podcast where Brooke Boskovich, a Functional Medicine Dietitian specializes in fertility and helps couples uncover the barriers that are preventing them from optimizing their fertility. And in this podcast she will teach you how to work with your body, to finally take home a healthy baby. Each week she will be div…
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Sorry for the radio silence but life has taken an unexpected turn and we're ready to share some big news! This episode comes with a trigger warning. Please only listen if you are feeling in a good place and able to listen to positive news. Although this is the last podcast episode you can still keep up with our adventures on Youtube. If you enjoy o…
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It's been a while. We thought it was about time that we returned for an update. We've been quiet on socials and felt we owed it to you guys to let you know where we're at with things. Check out our Vlogs on Youtube. They are released once a week on a Friday. If you enjoy them please subscribe to our channel 'Romana and Ewan'. You can watch all the …
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We've missed you! Thanks for tuning back in for our update. The last few months have been busy so it was great to finally get back to the podcast. In this episode we chat about how our most recent transfer went in Bulgaria. This was our 7th transfer and our 8th embryo. Thanks for sticking with us! We really appreciate it! Check out our Vlogs on You…
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It's the final episode of Season 3 and in this weeks bumper episode we answer some listener questions. Romana also chats to fellow IVF warrior Saira (@ivfmyeggshatesperm). Saira has been a great support buddy (something everyone going through IVF needs) over the last 18 months so it seemed fitting to chat to her for this final episode. Plus, Saira'…
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We're going solo this week as we reflect on the past 5 years. It's not been an easy few years so we thought it was time to take stock and ponder on some of the highs and lows. We ask each other some thought provoking questions and as always, we answer with complete honesty and hope in doing so it is helpful to you, the listener. Check out our Vlogs…
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After an epic four and a half months away we're back on home turf. Today we discuss how our follow up went at our clinic in Bulgaria and what the plan is moving forward. Romana also chats to Anita Beckwith (@anitab_rd and @fertility.hormone.dietitian). Anita is a UK Clinical Lead Dietitian specialising in diabetes and fertility, practising in both …
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We're back in Sofia and back at the clinic. This time for a Hysteroscopy. Find out why Romana really enjoyed it!! Ewan also chats to Tony aka @thehopefulfather. Tony is a big advocate for raising awareness around male infertility and in this chat he opens up about his own personal journey. It's an extremely moving but also funny discussion. The Wan…
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3 back to back rounds of IVF is bound to have an impact and in this episode we discuss how it has affected us both individually. Romana also chats to Tracy Weiss, Executive Director of The Chick Mission @chickmission. Tracy is a cancer survivor who was diagnosed with cervical cancer at age 30. She definitely knew what the cervix did, no matter what…
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This is it! The results of our 7th and final IVF round are in! Do we have any normal embryos? Tune in to find out. Romana also chats to Hayley @hayleybanxy Hayley has been trying to conceive for a few years and has had multiple rounds of IVF. She shares everything she has learnt so far. Like us, she is a big believer in advocating for yourself. We …
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This week we update you on our 7th and FINAL round of IVF. Romana also chats to Ravid Israel (@embie2baby) founder of Embie, the first app exclusively designed for women going through fertility treatments. Ravid’s fertility journey began in 2012 with a Cervical Cancer diagnosis, followed by severe endometriosis, multiple fibroids, and an MTHFR muta…
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The results are in from IVF cycle #6 We discuss the implications of our Pre-Implantation Genetic Screening and the Natural Killer Cell Test. Romana also chats to Sylvia Kang. Sylvia is the co-founder and CEO of Mira www.miracare.com Mira (@mirafertility) is the first FDA and CE registered comprehensive women’s health monitoring platform with 99% of…
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Lots has been happening in Bulgaria since the last episode. As always we share the highs and the lows! Romana also chats to author of new graphic novel Catalogue Baby: A Memoir of (in)fertility, Myriam Steinberg. In her past life, Myriam was a visual artist, and event organizer. For 11 years, she was the brains and brawn of the In the House Festiva…
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Thanks for listening! If you're new to the podcast we highly recommend listening from the very beginning. We share our story from episode 1 right up until present day and there is ALOT! We also chat to lots of really brilliant guests who also share their stories and offer information and support to anyone going through Infertility. In this episode,…
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It's Christmas and it's also the last episode of this Series. Christmas and the holiday season can be a tough time for many of us going through infertility so we hope this episode helps (even just a little bit). We bring you messages of hope and love from past guests, share some Christmas presents with each other and as always keep you up to date o…
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Ever feel sluggish and generally yucky at the end of an IVF/ICSI cycle? That's because our bodies are having to deal with lots of extra hormones. In this episode Coral Dabarera Edelson, MS, RD shares some tips for detoxing our bodies after fertility treatment. Coral is a registered dietitian nutritionist and nutrition coach. Specializing in women’s…
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Today we talk Clomid and TSH Levels. Ewan chats to Jasmine Katatikarn (@jazzkatat). Jasmine is a fertility warrior who struggled to have a child for 6 years. After multiple IUIs and her 2nd IVF, she was told that she had a less than 1% chance of having a baby and to stop trying. However, Jasmine didn’t give up. Using her background as an artist, sh…
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It's all about upleveling your fertility tracking this week as we chat all things BBT (Basal Body Temperature), CM (Cervical Mucus) and Hormones. Chantelle Meikle is a registered Naturopath and Fertility Educator who loves to help women and couples conceive healthy and happy babies. Chantelle lives with her husband and 2 very spoilt cats in West Au…
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