Does Stress Really Affect Fertility?

Does Stress Really Affect Fertility?

Author: Mike Berkley March 31, 2026 Duration: 21:19
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Welcome to The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness podcast, where we explore the many factors that can affect fertility and what can be done to improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy. Today, we’re talking about stress, infertility, and acupuncture.

For many people trying to conceive, stress becomes an unavoidable part of the journey. The emotional strain of negative pregnancy tests, failed cycles, and uncertainty can take a real toll on the body. Stress can influence hormone balance, affect ovulation, impact sperm health, and alter the internal environment needed for conception and implantation.

In this episode, we’ll discuss how stress and fertility are connected, and how acupuncture may help regulate the nervous system, reduce the body’s stress response, improve circulation to the reproductive organs, and support better fertility outcomes.

Whether you’re trying naturally or going through IVF, this is an important conversation for anyone who wants to better understand the relationship between emotional health and reproductive health.

To learn more about how we may be able to help, visit www.berkleycenter.com
or call 212-685-0985.

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Finding a path to parenthood often involves looking beyond conventional medicine. The Holistic Fertility Show exists in that space, offering conversations that consider the whole person-mind, body, and spirit. This podcast delves into the nuanced world of reproductive health through a lens of integrative care. You’ll hear from practitioners and experts who specialize in areas like nutritional therapy, acupuncture, stress management, and lifestyle adjustments that can create a more supportive foundation for conception. Each episode is built on the idea that knowledge is empowering, providing listeners with actionable insights and compassionate perspectives. Rather than offering a single solution, the discussions explore a tapestry of natural approaches, acknowledging that every fertility journey is unique. Tune in for a thoughtful blend of personal stories, expert interviews, and grounded advice that aims to illuminate the many facets of holistic wellness as they relate to building a family.
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