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The Top Blood Tests to Check Before TTC (Beyond Just an AMH Test)

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The Top Blood Tests to Check Before TTC (Beyond Just an AMH Test)

If you’re thinking about trying to conceive (TTC), getting the right blood work done ahead of time can help you identify potential roadblocks and optimize your fertility. Many women are told to only check AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) to assess ovarian reserve, but this isn’t enough to get the full picture of your reproductive health. By looking at hormones, nutrient status, blood sugar regulation, and thyroid function, you can proactively address imbalances before they affect ovulation, implantation, or early pregnancy. Here’s a breakdown of the most important blood tests to check before TTC—and what they reveal about your fertility.

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Are Your Hormones Stopping You from Getting Pregnant? How to Test for Imbalances

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Are Your Hormones Stopping You from Getting Pregnant? How to Test for Imbalances

If you're preparing to conceive—or have been trying without success—you might be wondering: Are my hormones the reason I’m not getting pregnant? Hormonal imbalances can disrupt ovulation, implantation, and overall cycle health, making conception more challenging. The good news? Testing your hormones can give you real answers. Instead of guessing or waiting for a year of trying, you can take a proactive approach by identifying potential imbalances and creating a plan to optimize your fertility.

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How to Use Functional Lab Testing (DUTCH, GI MAP, HTMA) to Create a Fertility Plan

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How to Use Functional Lab Testing (DUTCH, GI MAP, HTMA) to Create a Fertility Plan

Whether you're planning to conceive and want to confirm everything is in balance or you've been trying for a few months and want deeper insights before hitting the one-year mark (because your doctor won’t see you until then), functional lab testing can provide clarity. By using functional testing like the DUTCH test, GI MAP, and HTMA, you can create a personalized fertility plan that supports ovulation, implantation, and overall reproductive health. Let’s break down what each test can reveal and how it fits into your fertility journey.

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The Best Lab Tests for Unexplained Infertility (And What They Reveal)

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The Best Lab Tests for Unexplained Infertility (And What They Reveal)

If you’ve been trying to conceive but have yet to get that big fat positive (and your doctor won’t see you unless it’s been a year), lab testing can help uncover hidden imbalances affecting your fertility. Many women struggling with unexplained infertility have had some blood work done—like TSH for thyroid function or AMH for ovarian reserve—but standard testing often misses key insights. A deeper dive into hormones, thyroid health, blood sugar balance, nutrient status, and gut health can provide real answers about why conception isn’t happening. Here’s what I recommend testing and what each lab can reveal about your fertility.

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8 Signs of Low Progesterone That May Be Affecting Your Fertility

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8 Signs of Low Progesterone That May Be Affecting Your Fertility

If you're struggling with irregular cycles, difficulty conceiving, or early pregnancy loss, low progesterone may be a key factor. Progesterone is essential for a healthy luteal phase, implantation, and sustaining pregnancy, yet many women experience silent deficiencies without realizing it. In this post, we’ll cover 8 key signs of low progesterone and how they might be affecting your ability to conceive. Plus, we’ll discuss ways to naturally support progesterone levels to optimize your fertility.

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13 Foods to Increase Progesterone

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13 Foods to Increase Progesterone

Progesterone is a sex hormone released from the ovaries that is vital for conceiving and maintaining a healthy pregnancy. The hormone can be broken down as ‘pro’ meaning to promote and ‘gesterone’ meaning gestation or pregnancy. It is released from the corpus luteum which is the remains of the ovarian follicle which releases the ovum or egg. Progesterone has 2 different paths each month depending on fertilization and ovulation. If your ovulated egg is fertilized, then progesterone rises after ovulation to help thicken the uterine lining for pregnancy. If your egg does not become fertilized after ovulation, then progesterone peaks and then declines, because you do not need to prepare for pregnancy. The uterine lining will shed and become a period. Progesterone is also involved in breast development and breastfeeding. Problems can arise when progesterone levels are too low regardless if you are attempting to conceive. Certain foods contain nutrients to help increase progesterone in the body.

6 Common Nutrient Deficiencies in PCOS

6 Common Nutrient Deficiencies in PCOS

PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is an endocrine disorder that affects about 7% of women in Western countries. The diagnosis is given by having two out of the following three symptoms: elevated androgens, ovarian cysts, and irregular periods. As a syndrome, there are a collection of symptoms that are patient-dependent. Due to this, PCOS can present very differently from person to person. It is essential to understand the root causes driving your condition and receive proper treatment for each cause. Many recent studies have postulated that nutrient deficiency could be a cause of PCOS. Here we will discuss those nutrients and how supplementing them can help with PCOS.

6 Components of Nutritional Management for PCOS

6 Components of Nutritional Management for PCOS

PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is an endocrine disorder that affects about 7% of women in Western countries. The diagnosis is given by having two out of the following three symptoms: elevated androgens, ovarian cysts, and irregular periods. As a syndrome, there are a collection of symptoms that are patient-dependent. Due to this, PCOS can present very differently from person to person. It is essential to understand the root causes driving your condition and receive proper treatment for each cause. Many recent studies have postulated that nutrient deficiency could be a cause of PCOS. Here we will discuss those nutrients and how supplementing them can help with PCOS.

Why Are My Hormones Imbalanced? 

Why Are My Hormones Imbalanced? 

Hormones are substances produced in one part of our body that provide functions in another part of the body. Almost every part of the body is impacted by hormones and almost all hormones are related together. They work in a balancing system. When one is low, another will become high. Over time, hormone imbalances can cause chronic issues that can lead to diseases or even cancer. The female reproductive system especially relies on hormone balance. If you have hormone imbalances you may notice symptoms like hair loss, irregular period, infertility, intense PMS, fatigue, weight loss or weight gain, feeling cold, or weak joints. Here you can find the answer to the question “why are my hormones imbalanced?”.

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