Health Coaching: Supporting you before conception and beyond

March 12, 2024

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Partnering with a health coach before conception can be an invaluable resource to help foster health changes in support of increased fertility and overall health. In the United States, 20% of pregnant women develop associated health concerns.

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Integrity Women’s Health, 27 College Street, Suite 201, South Hadley, Massachusetts 01075. P: 413.535.9930 F: 844.400.6506

Kindreth is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, a national board-certified health and wellness coach and a past fertility journeyer. She integrates the holistic approach of Traditional Chinese Medicine blended with a science-based, system-biology approach to cultivating vibrant health for optimal fertility and health beyond your reproductive years.

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Your capacity for creating change in your life is

Your capacity for creating change in your life is sparked when your intuition and intellect align. 💫

Sustainable health changes come from true, organic self-motivation elicited by a mind, body, and spirit connection.

Holistic coaching places YOU at the epicenter of your health journey to bring you into a state of flow, where change happens.

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Is it possible to conceive with low AMH levels? Y

Is it possible to conceive with low AMH levels?

Yes, and here’s why: AMH is used to assess egg quantity, but may shed very little information about egg quality (genetic health of your eggs).

AMH is used to determine your ovarian reserve, meaning the number of eggs you have left. This hormone is produced in the ovarian granulosa cells of pre-antral and antral follicles and secreted into follicular fluid and your bloodstream.

AMH levels are mostly used in the realm of IVF to help predict how you might respond to ovarian stimulation. For example, very low levels may predict that fewer eggs will be retrieved, while a high AMH might be caution for hyperstimulation.

AMH and age are well known determinants of IVF outcomes and AMH naturally declines with age. However, research shows that even in women with low levels, there is still a chance of pregnancy. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist, low ovarian reserve does not rule out natural conception.

PMID: 27300031, 23640374.

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Did you know that your immune system has a signifi

Did you know that your immune system has a significant role in conception and implantation?

The composition of seminal fluid contains nutrients to nourish and protect sperm on its journey to the egg but that also help to prime your immune response. When seminal fluid enters the reproductive tract a series of biochemical events take place that lead to the creation of newly generated immune cells. These immune cells travel through the blood into the endometrium to promote receptivity between the endometrium and embryo.

When you have sex prior to ovulation, the immune changes that occur as a result of your body’s exposure to seminal fluid promote white blood cells that support healthy ovulation and the development of the corpus luteum. The corpus luteum produces progesterone to stabilize the uterine lining for implantation.

Research that examined 2,204 patients showed that seminal fluid exposure improved clinical pregnancy rates by 23%. Sex every other day in the lead up to ovulation and the day after, can encourage your body to have immune acceptance and optimize your chances for conception.

#ttc #implantation #infertility #infertilitysupport #optimizefertility #fertilityjourney #immuneresponse #fertilityhealth #conception #ivf

Let’s talk about inflammation as it relates to y

Let’s talk about inflammation as it relates to your ovarian health. Follicular development and ovulation require healthy communication between your brain and ovaries. When your body is in a low level, pro-inflammatory state this can alter ovarian health leading to complications such as premature ovarian failure, poor egg quality, and decreased uterine health. Exposure to inflammation may also create changes in your baby’s epigenetics.

This state of “inflammation-aging” is fueled by age, unhealthy food, choices, chronic life stress, obesity , insulin resistance and changes in the gut microbiome. Inflammation promotes conditions for reproductive disorders like endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids, and even unexplained fertility.

There is always a balance point. An appropriate inflammatory response is necessary for follicles to develop, mature and ovulation to occur BUT excessive inflammation, can impair fertility.

Your lifestyle habits preconception can help to reduce excess inflammation. Cultivate a lifestyle that focuses on:
✨ nutrients rich in fiber and antioxidants (are you eating an array of vegetables?)
✨ mono and polyunsaturated fats
✨ probiotics
✨ gentle exercise
✨ prioritizing sleep and
✨ spirit-nourishing social connection

PMID: 32803420, 35031955.

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Have you ever walked out of a medical appointment

Have you ever walked out of a medical appointment feeling confused about recommendations or feeling overwhelmed about where to start making changes in your health? It can leave you feeling stuck and ultimately doesn’t enable you to move forward to improve your health.

Health coaching is the keystone of your health the strengthening link between self- agency and your intuitive sense. I promise it is there.

I love connecting people to the right care! If you’re curious about health coaching comment “coaching” for a link to schedule a time to chat. Step out of overwhelm and into action.

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Blueberry-pomegranate electrolyte gummies for this

Blueberry-pomegranate electrolyte gummies for this heat wave.☀️

We’re headed to New Hampshire this weekend for the New England championship swim meet.

These are super easy to make and kid approved. 🏊‍♂️

1 cup organic fruit juice
15 drops of Trace Minerals 40,000 Volts
1-2 tablespoons raw honey
6 tablespoons grass-fed and pasture-raised gelatin powder
Two silicone mold trays

Combine juice, honey, and electrolytes in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir until honey is dissolved. Slowly, whisk in gelatin powder and continue stirring until gelatin is dissolved. Carefully fill molds (l use a medicine syringe or pipette) and cool in the fridge until gummies are set. Enjoy!

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