185: Your Fertility, On Ice: The Real Scoop on Egg Freezing with Dr. Jaime Knopman

In today's episode, you'll meet my client Erika, whose story is a powerful reminder that perseverance, self-advocacy, and the right support can make all the difference on your fertility journey.  After an 18-month battle with secondary infertility, Erika found herself caught in a whirlwind of medical procedures, confusing test results, and conflicting diagnoses; including endometritis, uterine polyps, adenomyosis, and endometriosis. Despite being told that surgery was her only option, Erika decided to dig deeper. By combining conventional medical care with my functional health approach, we identified and addressed her hormones and health and she was able to transform her fertility and eventually conceive naturally, just days after being advised to move forward with surgery. If you're currently on your own fertility journey, facing confusing diagnoses or feeling unsure about your next steps, Erika's story will give you the confidence that healing is possible and the inspiration to keep going. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below.  PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Apply for the Silver Package 1:1 Fertility Coaching (limited spots available) Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Related Episode Links: For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/186 Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

What if you could press pause on your biological clock, without pressing pause on your life? In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Jaime Knopman, a leading reproductive endocrinologist and author, who demystifies one of the most talked-about and often misunderstood topics in women's health: egg freezing. Together, we peel back the layers on when, why, and how to consider fertility preservation, and what every woman should know long before she thinks she needs to. From the first consultation and testing process to what really happens during the retrieval, Dr. Knopman shares the science, the stats, and the stories that empower women to make informed, proactive choices about their reproductive futures. And just when you think you've heard it all, she unveils how cutting-edge technology, and even AI, could soon redefine fertility preservation altogether. If you've ever wondered whether egg freezing might be right for you, or simply want to understand how it fits into the bigger picture of reproductive health, this episode is a must-listen. Related Episode Links: Fertility Treatment Prep Program - How To Properly Prep for Egg Retrieval Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Sign up for the Fertility Shift Summit (April 21-25, 2026) For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/185 Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Imagine your lab report is a novel and your doctor only reads the back cover. Technically accurate, but you miss the whole plot. In today's episode, I'll show you how I read between the lines of so‑called normal labs to understand what your body is really saying about getting and staying pregnant. I'll also walk you through the fertility "ecosystem" I'm always assessing, and I'll share my three‑stage fertility work‑up for both you and your partner that I use with clients so you can see what might be missing from your current approach.  By the end of this episode, you'll see your labs in a completely new light, and you'll walk away with a simple, three‑phase framework you can start using right away to ask better questions, feel more in control of your work‑up, and take clear next steps to get that healthy baby. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: Download your NEW Fertility Blood Labs Blueprint Guide (eBook) Here Apply for the Labs Only Package Here → Limited Spots Available For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/184 Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

If you've ever wondered how your pelvic health might be quietly influencing your fertility, you're going to love today's episode. I'm sitting down with Dr. Alex, a pelvic floor physical therapist who's redefining how women think about pelvic pain, tension, and conception. You'll discover why "tight" isn't always strong, how simple daily practices can help release restriction in the body, and why addressing your pelvic foundation before pregnancy could be one of the smartest moves you make on your fertility journey. This conversation goes beyond the usual pelvic floor talk, it's about reconnecting with your body at its core to help you get and stay pregnant. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below.  PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/183 Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

In today's episode, I'll be sharing what to do in those very early days after seeing your positive pregnancy test.  Unfortunately, many women receive very little real support in the early first trimester because conventional care doesn't "kick in" until that first prenatal visit, which is often not until around the 8–10 week mark, meaning you're left to navigate those intense, confusing early changes largely on your own.   So today, I'm going to walk you through the essentials you need to start thinking about right away, before you even walk into your doctor or midwife's office. I'll share how to choose your prenatal care team, what to expect at those first appointments, some simple early first‑trimester support strategies and some simple ways to start supporting your energy, hormones, and growing baby in these early weeks, without overhauling your entire life overnight. And because you know I love a good resource, I'll be sharing some of the gold that's inside my new prenatal guide called  "I Just Got Pregnant, Now What?" which includes everything you need to know with prenatal labs, nutrition, supplements, symptom support, and more. By the end of this episode, you'll feel like you have a roadmap for your first trimester and a clear next steps for a successful pregnancy. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below.  PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: I'm Pregnant, Now What? Your Complete Guide To Your First Trimester & Beyond - DOWNLOAD HERE For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/182 Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

In today's episode, I interview fertility expert Aimee Raupp for a deep dive into endometriosis and its impact on fertility. Drawing from her extensive professional and personal experience, Aimee explains what endometriosis is, how it's diagnosed, and its potential origins.  She provides actionable advice on managing the condition through both conventional and holistic approaches, including specific supplements and nutritional strategies.  Ultimately, Aimee offers a message of hope, affirming that women with endometriosis can successfully get pregnant and have healthy children with the right support and lifestyle changes. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for the online self guided Fertility Treatment Prep Program Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/181 Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

What if getting pregnant on your very first try wasn't about luck, but strategy? In today's episode, I sit down with my client Jem, a London-based TV producer and hypnotherapist whose fertility story might just change how you think about preconception. Instead of waiting to struggle, Jem decided to take control long before she started trying for a baby. Through functional lab testing, she uncovered hidden imbalances in her gut and hormones and what she did next set the stage for a shockingly fast conception. But it wasn't just science that made the difference. Jem's commitment to mindset, visualization, and belief helped her align her body and mind in powerful ways. You'll hear how her uniquely proactive plan not only accelerated her path to pregnancy but also reshaped her relationship with her body and what she thought was possible. Tune in to find out the exact moment everything clicked and what she discovered that helped her get pregnant on the very first try. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below.  PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MARCH BRONZE PACKAGE (limited spots available) For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/180  Previous Bronze Package Success Stories: Ep 177 - She stopped progesterone suppositories & got pregnant naturally + Jenn's Story Ep 157: Persistence Pays Off: How Rose got pregnant after overcoming fertility barriers Ep 148: Naturally pregnant at 37 after healing chronic BV, gut inflammation and hormone imbalance + Damaris's Story Ep 118: What to do when you've been told you can't get pregnant + Kira's Story Ep 115: Low progesterone, egg quality + Mel's Story Ep 105: How she got pregnant naturally after 8 years with an AMH of 0.18 Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Missed the Bronze Package Launch and still looking for support? → Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.  

If you've ever walked out of an appointment being told "everything looks fine, just keep trying," but deep down you knew there was more to the story, this episode is for you. Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes of what it's really like to work with me inside private, functional fertility coaching, how we move beyond basic blood work and five‑minute check‑ins, and instead piece together your unique fertility story with curiosity, compassion and strategy.  You'll hear how I step into fertility "FBI mode," how I support both you and your partner, and why this kind of guidance can change not only your chances of getting and staying pregnant, but the long‑term health of both you and your partner and your future baby. Stay tuned, because by the end of this episode, you might recognize exactly what's been missing on your TTC journey and what it could feel like to finally have someone in your corner. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE MARCH BRONZE PACKAGE (limited spots available) For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/179  Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.  

Pregnancy test day can feel like one of the most emotionally charged days of your entire fertility journey, where hope, fear, and everything in between collide in a single moment. In today's episode, you'll be gently guided through how to prepare your heart and nervous system for that day so it feels more intentional and supported, rather than chaotic and overwhelming. Together, we'll walk through what to do before, during, and after test day, whether your result is positive or negative, so you leave with a grounded game plan, language to use with yourself and others, and a deeper sense that your reactions are normal, understandable, and worthy of compassion.  Episode Highlights: Why test day feels so big What you can do before test day to support yourself How to handle the day itself How to care for your heart if it's positive How to care for your heart if it's negative And how to lean on support without feeling like a burden If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE MARCH BRONZE PACKAGE (limited spots available) For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/178   Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.  

In today's episode, I feature a private coaching client Jenn, who shares her three-year journey to pregnancy while navigating a PCOS diagnosis. She recounts her frustrating experiences with conventional medicine, which often left her feeling dismissed and hopeless. After taking her health into her own hands and working with Nora, Jenn learned to understand her body, stopped treatments that were masking the root issues, and successfully conceived naturally. Her story is a powerful testament to self-advocacy. Episode Highlights: Meet Jenn, a dedicated teacher whose fertility journey took unexpected turns after coming off birth control. What started as a quest to start a family became a battle for answers after a rushed PCOS diagnosis and a series of medical frustrations. Determined to take charge of her health, Jenn dives into research, challenges her diagnosis, and begins exploring holistic and alternative care. Her search leads her to Nora, whose guidance helps uncover the truth about Jenn's body and a powerful shift in her fertility story. From heartbreak to healing, Jenn opens up about loss, resilience, and the life-changing moment she realized her body could do what she once thought it couldn't. Now in her third trimester, Jenn shares what pregnancy with PCOS really looks like, and the empowering mindset that's carried her through. Her journey is a reminder that reclaiming your health starts with self-advocacy, patience, and trust in your body's wisdom. If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: CLICK HERE FOR MARCH BRONZE PACKAGE WAITLIST (limited spots available) For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/177 Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.