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Carolynn Francavilla, MD is Board Certified in Family Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She owns and operates Green Mountain Partners for Health and Colorado Weight Care. Dr. Francavilla is a nationally recognized obesity expert, lecturing on the topic obesity as well as through her own platform HelpYourPatientsLoseWeight.com. She serves on the Obesity Medicine Association Board of Trustees. She is an Assistant Professor at Rocky Vista University and Volunteer Faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. She is passionate about helping people lose weight to treat and prevent medical problems. Dr. Francavilla has learned that losing weight and keeping it off is complex and not a matter of will power, but biology, and seeks to help others finds healthy longterm solutions to their weight.

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Meet Dr. Amy Luu and Her Passion for Health Before Pregnancy

June 23, 2025 • Dr. Francavilla

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What if the most important part of pregnancy care actually happens before you're even pregnant?

Most people start thinking about their health after that positive test, but the time leading up to conception, the preconception period, is just as important, and honestly, often overlooked. It’s a powerful window to support long-term health, not just for the parent and baby, but for future generations too.

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Amy Luu, a board-certified family medicine physician and obesity medicine specialist. I’m lucky enough to work with her at Green Mountain Partners for Health in Colorado, where she cares for patients of all ages. She’s especially passionate about helping women navigate the changes that come before, during, and after pregnancy.

We talk about preparing for pregnancy through health habits, the role of weight and medications, and why things like sleep, nutrition, and even vaccines matter more than people realize.

Topics we cover:
• Preconception Health Basics
• Weight and Fertility
• Medications to Consider
• Preparing as a Couple
• Sleep, Nutrition, and Recovery

Whether you’re actively planning a pregnancy or just curious about how to take better care of your body, this episode is packed with insight and encouragement.

Let’s get into it.

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