165. Achieving a Healthy "Geriatric" Pregnancy Over 35

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses how to achieve a healthy geriatric pregnancy for women over 35 years old. She highlights the lack of support in conventional medicine and the misconception that IUI or IVF are the only options. Dr. Danielle emphasizes the importance of preconception work, improving egg quality, managing autoimmunity, and considering acupuncture. She debunks myths about age being the sole factor in egg quality and the inevitability of low AMH. Dr. Danielle also recommends specific tests to ask for, including FSH, LH, estradiol, AMH, thyroid panel, progesterone, and imaging.

Takeaways

Conventional medicine often lacks support for women over 35 trying to conceive, offering limited options like IUI or IVF.
Preconception work is crucial for improving fertility and increasing the chances of a healthy pregnancy.
Improving egg quality through diet, lifestyle changes, and supplements can positively impact fertility.
Managing autoimmunity, considering acupuncture, and testing for specific hormones and imaging are important steps in achieving a healthy geriatric pregnancy.


Chapters

00:00 Challenges of Geriatric Pregnancy: Misconceptions and Realities
09:07 Improving Egg Quality and Managing Autoimmunity for Fertility
13:45 Debunking Fertility Myths and Exploring Treatment Options

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