Ep. 284: Understanding Egg Quality with Ashe Milkovic

Ep. 284: Understanding Egg Quality with Ashe Milkovic

Author: HeHe Stewart August 14, 2024 Duration: 1:12:35
Join HeHe as she welcomes Ashe to the show to dive into the latest insights on fertility, specifically focusing on egg and follicle quality. They discuss the science behind egg development, the impact of lifestyle and diet on fertility, and the critical role of follicle health. Ashe also debunks common myths and emphasizes the importance of understanding the broader endocrine system, digestive health, and stress management for optimal fertility. Whether you're preparing for conception or just curious about reproductive health, this episode is packed with valuable information.   Expanding Topics: From Pregnancy to Fertility Understanding Egg Quality Defining Egg Quality The Science Behind Egg Development Follicle Development and Its Importance Impact of Lifestyle on Follicle Health The Role of Supplements and Probiotics Testing and Personalized Recommendations Exploring DUTCH and GI Map Tests Understanding the DUTCH Test Adrenal Health and Hormone Metabolism When to Consider the DUTCH Test Alternative Hormone Testing Methods Introduction to the GI Map The Importance of Individualized Functional Testing Cycle Day Three Blood Test Explained Recognizing Digestive Health Symptoms Improving Bowel Movements Stress and Egg Quality Toxic Load and Generational Fertility   Guest Bio: Ashe Milkovic is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Functional Hormone Health Expert. As the founder and CEO of The International Association for Functional Hormone Health, Ashe strives to make advancements in women's health accessible by teaching tools and strategies to health professionals to expand their knowledge, skill sets, and practices in functional hormone health. Through her association, Ashe is on a mission to educate, collaborate, and create a thriving community of skilled practitioners that are passionate in helping to transform the lives of women all over the globe. INSTAGRAM: Connect with HeHe on IG  Connect with Ashe on IG    BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!   Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!   LINKS MENTIONED: https://iafhh.com/training - Free Training, Revolutionizing Hormones https://iafhh.com/practitioner-directory   Visual of follicle development discussed: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK278951/figure/morpho-physio-ovary_f_morpho-physio-ovary_figure1/#:~:text=It%20takes%20~290%20days%20for,)%20or%20gonadotropin%2Ddependent%20period.   Book mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Nutrition-Your-Genes-Traditional/dp/1250113822   YOUTUBE LINKS: Connect with HeHe on YouTube.

Hosted by birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, The Birth Lounge Podcast creates a thoughtful conversation around the many paths through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This podcast moves beyond simplistic advice to explore the wide spectrum of normal experiences, offering evidence-based insights alongside real stories from parents. HeHe, who founded Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, guides these discussions with a blend of professional knowledge and deep empathy, aiming to demystify the process and empower your choices. Each episode serves as a gathering place-a safe space where clinical expertise meets lived experience, covering topics that span education, family dynamics, physical fitness, holistic health, and parenting young children. You’ll find a supportive resource here, one that acknowledges the variables and nuances of bringing a child into the world and navigating the postpartum chapter. Tune in for honest dialogues that honor different perspectives, providing companionship and reliable information for your own journey. The goal is to leave you feeling more prepared, less alone, and confident in your unique path through parenthood, all within the supportive community of this podcast.
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