Fertility By Design
Fertility by Design is a Christian fertility podcast for couples navigating infertility, hormone imbalance, and the emotional weight of trying to conceive. Hosted by Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and faith-based fertility consultant, this show combines holistic health, functional medicine, and biblical wisdom to help you take intentional, healing steps on your fertility journey.
Fertility By Design
Cortisol vs. Conception: What Every Woman Needs to Know
In this episode of 'Fertility by Design', Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a fertility consultant, addresses the common stressors that affect women on their fertility journey. She discusses the detrimental effects of elevated cortisol levels, such as reduced progesterone and its impacts on implantation. Dr. Trisha provides actionable tips to manage stress, including morning routines without screens, balanced nutrition, gentle exercises, nervous system regulation, and the importance of delegation and support. She emphasizes the importance of personalized testing and a faith-based approach to managing stress for better fertility outcomes.
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00:00 Unhelpful Advice on Stress and Fertility
00:26 Introduction to Fertility by Design
01:13 Understanding Cortisol and Its Impact
01:56 The Importance of Rest and Boundaries
04:51 High vs. Low Cortisol: Symptoms and Testing
07:24 Actionable Tips to Manage Stress
13:19 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
🤍 Your fertility is not broken. Your body was beautifully designed—and you don’t have to walk this journey alone.