Conceive Health

A new season is the perfect time for fresh starts and informed choices. ⁠
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Join Bird & Be and EVOLVE for a spring-inspired evening focused on understanding fertility and exploring egg freezing. Hear insights from Dr. Sony Sierra and Dr. Jennifer Fitzgerald from Conceive Health, along with guest speaker Erika Casupanan, an EVOLVE patient sharing her egg freezing experience.⁠
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There will also be opportunities for 1:1 “Date Your Doctor” conversations and fertility testing.⁠
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📅 Thursday, March 26⁠
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM⁠
📍 EVOLVE Egg Freezing Clinic, Toronto⁠
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Register here: https://luma.com/boxgj18g

Day 9: Clean Up Your Supplement Cupboard⁠
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Many people take supplements “just in case,” but when it comes to fertility, precision is key. Taking the wrong dose—or the wrong form—of a nutrient can create unnecessary "noise" in your system. It can also lead to potential interactions or contraindications with fertility medications if you are preparing for treatment.⁠
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By using tools like targeted lab work, genetic insights, past medical history, and more, we can "clean up" your plan. This reduces overwhelm and ensures you support your biological needs rather than following a generic protocol during this critical 100-day window.⁠
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Your Preconception Action:⁠
Today, perform a "Supplement Audit."⁠
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Take everything off your shelf and look at each bottle. Ask yourself: Do I have a clear clinical reason for taking this? Was this recommended based on my specific labs or history?⁠
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Your goal: Identify any supplements you are taking "just because", or are unsure of, and commit to getting professional clarity on your plan. If you’re guessing, you might be missing the mark on what your body requires for optimal egg or s***m health.⁠
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Learn why Vitamin A is a "Goldilocks" nutrient: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SqkAMq1yG3k

Day 8: Modify Your Mindset — Stress & Cortisol⁠
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Chronic stress creates "noise" in your hormonal system. While stress itself isn't a direct cause of infertility, long-term activation of your "fight or flight" response can elevate cortisol, which may interfere with the delicate balance of reproductive hormones.⁠
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You can’t always eliminate the sources of stress, but you can improve how your body responds. ⁠
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Shifting your nervous system back into a "rest and digest" state helps create a more receptive internal environment for your 100-day window.⁠
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Your Preconception Action:⁠
Today, commit to a 5-minute "Nervous System Reset."⁠
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Choose one simple tool to lower your cortisol levels right now:⁠
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-5 minutes of intentional, deep belly breathing.⁠
-A 5-minute guided meditation or beginner yoga flow from YouTube.⁠
-5 minutes of "legs up the wall" pose to trigger a relaxation response.⁠
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Your goal: Don't wait until you're overwhelmed. Practice this reset today to show your body it is safe and supported.⁠
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Learn more about stress and fertility: https://www.conceivehealth.com/blog/resources_videos/fertility-faq-with-dr-bronwyn-storoschuk-nd-understanding-stress-and-fertility/