Practically Fertile

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[Chinese Medicine Series] The Four Substances and How They Affect Your Body Nov 02, 2017

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I touched on the core principle of Chinese medicine in episode #43. In that episode I talked about how the guiding principle of Chinese medicine is to always strive for balance.

But specifically what do we try to balance? You hear me tossing around the terms qi stagnation, qi deficiency, blood deficiency, yin deficiency, what do these all mean?

In today's episode, we are going to talk about the four substances, Qi, Blood, Yin and Yang.

These four substances power your body by working together. When one of them is out of whack, it will affect the rest.

Let's dive in and find out why they're important and how they affect your balance.

Episodes mentioned:

#43 - The Core Principle of Chinese Medicine

#40 - Why Was It Easy For Her, But Not Me

Link mentioned:

www.adriennwei.com

www.practicallyfertileclub.com

How To Get Healthy and Get Pregnant Facebook Group

Gut Health and Fertility Oct 05, 2017

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Today, I actually want to revisit an old topic that we've talked about a lot this past year. And that is gut health.

I want to revisit gut health because since episode 3 aired, the responses and questions have been overwhelming because it's a new way of looking at nutrition, and how specifically it affects fertility.

In the US, salads are the go to "health" foods. And most people grew up drinking milk. So cutting out dairy and ditching the smoothies and salads for most people, presents a huge lifestyle change.

Through working with clients and talking to women in our private Facebook group, I see three main obstacles that people are encountering when they make this shift to no raw foods and no dairy.

So let's dive in and talk about how to overcome these obstacles.

Links mentioned in this episode:

www.adriennewei.com

www.practicallyfertileclub.com

Podcast episodes mentioned:

Episode 3 - Why Gut Health is So Important for Fertility

From No Period to Becoming Pregnant - A Practically Fertile™ Success Story Sep 21, 2017

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What if you've never had a natural cycle for almost 10 years? What if you were bouncing around from doctor to doctor looking for answers and the best advice they can give is to take medicine?

Meet Susie...

This is the incredible story of Susie who was diagnosed with hypothalamic amenorrhea and PCOS. She went from feeling hopeless to getting pregnant.

You'll hear from her talk about:

Her journey to restart her cycle three years after coming off the birth control pill
What finally made a difference for her
How she overcame emotional challenges of seeing others get pregnant and wondering it it was ever going to be her

I hope Susie's story will leave you feeling a bit more inspired, a bit more hopeful knowing that you too can overcome your obstacles because there is no such thing as infertility.

Susie mentioned working with me 1-on-1, but you also have the option to join the Practically Fertile Club, a membership site where you can get courses, workshops advice and support to help you get pregnant.

I'm looking for Founding Members now and Founding Members enjoy a lifetime rate that never changes no matter what. To get on my waitlist please visit adriennewei.com/memberswaitlist.

The Core Principle of Chinese Medicine Aug 31, 2017

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I always talk about how Chinese medicine is really different than Western medicine. Because one medical system looks for the root cause of diseases and the other is about putting out fire and treating the symptom. But yet, these two medical systems have a lot of similarities.

I mentioned last week that I really want to break down the information into bite sized pieces so it's easier to understand and grasp the concepts. Especially when it comes to Chinese medicine.

To many of you it's a fairly new way of looking at the human body. In today's episode, I'm going to start with the very, very basic and talk about the core principle of Chinese medicine and its approach to wellness, which is to always strive for balance.

Links mentioned in this episode:

www.adriennewei.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/howtogethealthyandgetpregnant/

9 Ways To Stay Positive and Stay Sane During the Two-Week-Wait Aug 03, 2017

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Ahhhhh, yes, the Two-Week-Wait, or 2WW...

The Two-Week-Wait is the time between ovulation and when you test for pregnancy.

You've done everything you could up until this point.

You tracked ovulation and you did the baby dance and now….you wait.

You find yourself "symptom checking."

Ohhhh, is that an implantation cramp?

Do I feel slight nausea?

Did my boobs get bigger?

You also can't help it but hop onto fertility blogs and forums to see if anyone else out there is feeling the same way.

Does any of this sound familiar to you?

The two weeks wait feels like an eternity, it feels like two years instead of two weeks. This anguish and anxiety comes from the unknown and the fact that you've done everything you could up to this point, and there's little you can do now except just waiting and waiting.

Many people will tell you don't stress...yeah right. That's the worst advice ever. It's important for you to understand that you're not a crazy person, you're not over-analyzing, what you're feeling is completely normal. So why fight it? Telling yourself not to think about it is going to cause more anxiety and stress.

I've been through thousands of 2WWs with patients and clients.

While what's done is done and you can't change your egg quality at this time, there are things you can do to ease the anxiety and stay positive during this time.

But in this episode, I want to share with you my best tips on how to boost your chances of implantation while maintaining your sanity and staying positive.

The Answer To Your Burning Question: "Why was it so easy for her, but not for me?" Jul 27, 2017

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I received a personal message yesterday after a long day at work. And it's my favorite type of message - a pregnancy success story.

One of my listeners wanted to let me know that she has been following me for a few months and she incorporated my diet advice as part her daily routine. She is now pregnant and planning her gender reveal party.

It was so amazing to receive this message. First, she took the time out of her day to write me a note, and secondly, I'm so happy that I was able to make a difference on her journey.

For many of you, hearing about success stories is a double edged sword. It can certain give you a ray of hope, that "if she can do it, I can too." But it can also cause the comparison blues

"Why is it so easy for her, but not me?"

Sure the FOMO Syndrome might be partly to blame here. We see Facebook and Instagram posts of cute pregnancy selfies, baby bump pictures and baby nursery decor. It's hard not to feel like we're missing out on all of those things.

But today, I want to actually address your burning questions "why her, not me." Yes, there is a very real explanation why it maybe easy for some but others to get pregnant. At the end of this episode, you're going to feel a whole lot better because you can actually do something about it.

Links mentioned in this episode:

www.adriennewei.com

Episodes mentioned:

Season 3 Episode 9: How to Avoid FOMO and Be Happier

How to Avoid FOMO and Be Happier Jul 13, 2017

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Today's episode is going to be on FOMO, have you ever heard of that word? FOMO, fear of missing out. That grass is always greener feeling, and there's always something better out there.

Have you ever had this uneasy and anxious feeling that everyone else's life is better than yours? Are you the type of read at least 10 reviews before buying a toaster just to make sure that there's nothing better than this one toaster you're thinking about getting?

Or how about this, you've heard about this big party, and you're not really sure if you want to go but at the same time you're thinking well what it's super fun, you don't want to miss out, but you really would rather stay home and watch a movie.

FOMO actually made it into the Oxford dictionary in 2013, and by definition it mean the uneasy and sometimes all-consuming feeling that you're missing out – that your peers are doing, in the know about, or in possession of more or something better than you.

Suffering from FOMO has real consequences. My goal for this episode is to open up the dialogue and conversation about FOMO because I feel like most of us who suffer from FOMO don't realize that it's alive and well.

So we're going to talk about how to avoid FOMO so we can all make better decisions and feel good about those decisions.

Are you Attracting or Repelling Fertile Energy - With Kelly Jones, Feng Shui Expert Jun 29, 2017

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In Chinese medicine we talk about energy flow and how important it is for your energy to flow properly. If it gets stuck, you'll have problems. But what about the energy flow of your environment?

What if you're living in a super cluttered space, what if you're working with a toxic person every day? Have you ever wondered why some plants keep dying in certain places, why you walk into a room and the air just seems stuffy?

You're not crazy, it's not in your head. It's all about Feng Shui.

If you have heard of feng shui before you kinda know a little bit about what I'm talking about. You might start thinking arrange furniture a certain way, placing good luck charm in certain place, and using certain colors to bring in good energy and good luck. If this is the first time you've heard the words feng shui, you are not alone.

Feng shui is an art and science. It's more than just energy placement, it's about creating a harmonious environment where your health, your relationship, your finances will all flourish.

I want to properly introduce our guest for today's episode. Her name is Kelly Jones. She is a Feng Shui expert, healer, author and speaker. Kelly is going to debunk some myths around Feng Shui and then give you some action items so that you can harmonize the energy around you to boost your fertility.

If you are interested in Kelly's consultations, please visit her website: www.kellysjones.net

And you can also call Kelly directly at 919-200-8686

I'm so excited, let's dive into the interview.

How To Know If You're Ready For IUI or IVF Jun 15, 2017

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In this episode, we're going to talk about how to know if you're ready for medical intervention.

I love the fact that reproductive medicine has advanced so much now because 30 years ago, IVF wasn't even an option. And now many women are able to get pregnant and become mothers because of it.

But I think because IUI or IVF is a readily available option, many people are jumping into these procedures pre-maturely, at least in my opinion.

I totally get it, it's so disheartening to get that big fat negative every single month, and when everyone around you is getting pregnant except you, of course if there's an easier way, why not?

But today I want to specifically talk to you about why even if you're considering IUI, IVF you need to make sure that your body is ready because guess what, IVF is only a 46% success rate.

I'm going to talk about the steps you need to take before you even think about IUI or IVF. And for some of you who are on the fence about IUI or IVF, this episode is going to also help you make the decision.

To download the freebie checklist for this episode, please visit www.adriennewei.com/podcast

Infertility Sucks, But You Don't... An Interview With Shannon Wooten On How To Rediscover Your Self-Worth And Get Your Groove Back! Apr 27, 2017

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So, you have this life plan that you've mapped out that by a certain age, you'll be married and have two kids, a dog, and a cat, maybe a hamster. You then meet the right guy and you thought your plan would start to unfold like it should. When that doesn't happen, you realize that it wasn't as easy as you thought it was going to be.

After years of searching for answers, you are handed a diagnosis of infertility. Your whole world is now turned upside down, your plan seems impossible to execute. Where do you go from here? What will happen if you try everything and pregnancy is still impossible? Who would you then become? Would you still be you? Would you feel like a failure? These are all the little voices inside of you that are nagging you constantly.

I want you to meet Shannon Wooten, my guest for today's show. Shannon is an author, speaker and life coach. Her passion is to help women struggling to conceive to shift their mindset and find their self-value amidst a diagnosis such as infertility that makes you question who you are, what value you bring to the world now that you've been diagnosed with infertility, and how you can go on living in a reality that is not what you thought it would be.

Now, full disclosure I've known Shannon for quite some time. She is a patient of mine at Inner Peace Acupuncture. Through helping her on her journey, we've become close friends and business mastermind buddies. She is definitely a success story, but not in the way most of you think of success.

Just to warn you ahead of time, Shannon doesn't hold anything back, she tells it like it is so there maybe some words that are inappropriate for young children, so I suggest that if you like to listen to my podcast in the car, please either put ear muff on your little ones or listen to it with your headphones plugged in.

And also I want to make it very clear that Shannon is not telling you to stop trying, nor is she saying that you don't need a baby to be happy. On the contrary she is saying try your hearts out, but just don't lose yourself in the process because you deserve to be happy, you are not defined by your diagnosis.

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