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1️⃣LAB WORK - Before we dive in - prepping for a healthy pregnancy TAKES TWO - theres tons of tips on my page for both his & hers fertility prep! ✨🫶🏼🤰🏻We are BOTH doing in-depth comprehensive lab work through Function Health!! I already completed mine & he is doing his soon! Through this, I found out what I need to optimize before we start trying (like increasing ferritin, omega 3 levels, etc)!! (NATURALLYHER saves you on Function Health) Also want to do additional functional testing to assess microbiome & toxin status. Taking you guys along this whole fertility journey & there’s tons of tips on my page! As a naturopathic doctor I take preconception care very seriously! Prepping for pregnancy = higher chances of a healthy pregnancy & healthy baby 2️⃣FERTILITY FRIENDLY SWAPS (to avoid exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals) - tons of info about this on my page! we are both doing this together throughout our home. Making sure we are using glass instead of plastic to avoid exposure to bisphenols. Prioritizing organic produce when we can, reducing exposure to fragrances & more. All of these swaps can help to improve female & male fertility! 3️⃣HEALTHY DIET & FOODS FOR FERTILITY - eating a nutrient, dense whole foods rich diet & cutting back on processed foods. Fruits, vegetables, high quality protein, fish, healthy fats, etc! Tons of healthy meal examples on my page as well! 4️⃣STRESS MANAGEMENT - your body will ALWAYS prioritize survival over making babies. you can literally have the healthiest diet, best exercise routine & if you don’t manage your stress you’ll never truly heal. Set healthy boundaries, work in time for self care, work on regulating your nervous system. Living in colorado means we are going to prioritize spending time in nature!! 5️⃣STRENGTH TRAINING & FITNESS - We are really dialing in our fitness journey this year to become the healthiest versions of ourselves for our future kids! If you found this helpful - there’s TONS of women’s wellness content & tips on my page. I’m a naturopathic doctor & I create wellness content FOR THE GIRLSSS. Come hang out!! #ttc #fertility #fertilityjourney #womenswellness