Welcome back to The Food and Infertility Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m taking a laid-back, realistic look at some popular fertility nutrition myths and why they might not be as helpful as they seem. Ever been told to avoid cold foods or follow a strict meal plan? I get it – I’ve been there too, and it can feel overwhelming. Today, I’ll share my perspective on why sustainable choices and consistency matter so much more. Here’s a peek at what we’ll cover: Why the “cold uterus” myth doesn’t...

I have Jessica on the pod today! She shares her story with infertility. She details her two embryo transfers and everything that was going on in her life at the time. Here is what is discussed in this episode: 0:40- Jessica's intro and how her journey started 2:14- Jessica and her husband decided to get tested 7:25- Jessica started her pre-work up for IVF treatments and first embryo transfer 12:24- Second round of IVF and what was different than the first round 19:30- After the...

This is the biggest mistake I see women making with nutrition that can hurt your fertility. I share what it is and how it can impact your entire day if you do this one thing. Here is what is discussed in this episode: 1:15- Something I thought was true while on my infertility journey 6:27- The biggest mistake 7:39- The time of day it impacts the most 9:13- Over hungry at the end of the day  10:00- How it impacts your fertility Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram...

I hear this question talked about a lot in the fertility space so let's break it down. Is having grass fed meat really better than traditional corn fed/grain fed meat for your fertility? I talk about what the difference is between the two and the importance having of Omega 3's. I share ways that I incorporate Omega 3's in my family without always having to buy grass fed meat. Here is what is discussed in this episode: 1:30- Something I thought was true while on my infertility journey 7:03-...

Let's talk about dairy. I bust the myth that eating dairy is inhibiting your ability to get pregnant. I explain what types of dairy are more helpful than others. I share why full fat dairy can actually be helpful and could be supporting your fertility.    Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @nutrition.for.infertility Click here for my free workshop How to Eliminate the Noise, Simplify Fertility Nutrition and get pregnant without guilt!

I am Susan Portz, registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor. This podcast is all things infertility, finding freedom on your fertility journey, creating a healthy relationship with food through intuitive eating and gentle fertility nutrition. I can't wait to share all of this with you!

I think there is a lot of misinformation out there about fertility and nutrition. Which is why I am so passionate about this topic. I explain why nutrition is so important especially why you need to have fat in your diet. I give you 3 examples on what can lead to a nutrient deficient body and that can lead to infertility.   Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @nutrition.for.infertility Click here for my free workshop!

I give you my thoughts and opinions on the book "It Starts with an Egg."    Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want more? Click here for my free training!

We welcomed our IVF miracle in August of last year and I want to share what I went through with labor and delivery. I also just want to share what has been happening since then.    Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want more? Click here for my free training!

I am talking with Anna about her journey with IVF. She shares about how she has traveled for IVF treatment and the process it took to transfer embryos from another state.   Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want to start Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click here for more information!

Today I am sharing the second mistake I see with IVF and nutrition. The second mistake is not eating enough fat. I go in depth on how eating fat and your hormones are related. I give you ideas on what foods you can add in to help you get enough fat throughout the day. Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want to start Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click here for more information!

Today I am sharing with you the first nutrition mistake I see when people are doing IVF. The idea of "I am eating healthy for IVF," sometimes it can seem like this mistake is helping however, it could be doing the opposite. Don't forget to tune in next month for part 2! Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Ready to eliminate the noise and simplify IVF nutrition? Click here for my free masterclass! Want to start Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click...

What is gluten? Why is going gluten free during IVF something people are doing? What is celiac disease and how does that relate to IVF? I answer all these questions and more in today's episode! Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Ready to join Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click here to find out more!

There are so man nuances with IVF nutrition, thinking it is black or white is never helpful. It honestly can create unnecessary stress on top of your already stressful IVF journey. I am here to break down why eliminating foods may not be necessary for you.  Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Ready to join Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click here to find out more!

In this episode I explain how the last egg retrieval (talked about in episode 2) didn't go as planned so we tried a 3rd egg retrieval. I share all of my thoughts and feelings about doing a 3rd egg retrieval and how IVF is basically an experiment. Everyone's body is different and you never know what is going to happen.

In this episode I share an experience with IVF and what I did differently from the first time I did it. We tend to blame ourselves when things don't go as expected and wonder what more we could have done but sometimes we cannot control the outcome. I share how I am learning to let go of wanting that control and learning to love myself and take care of my body through the process.

I am sharing about my fertility journey with you and how I have changed and grown from who I was when I started trying to conceive. As hard as it is to believe, there is purpose in the journey if you allow yourself to see it.

I am Susan Portz, registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor. This podcast is all things IVF, finding freedom on your fertility journey, creating a healthy relationship with food through intuitive eating and gentle fertility nutrition. I can't wait to share all of this with you!

This is our final episode of Food Peace, Please. However we are both starting our own podcasts for our specific communities! So be on the look out for those coming soon! In this episode we are giving you tips on how to get through this holiday season! Like what to do when people comment on your food choices and how to have your own back.   If you’re interested in becoming a food freedom athlete, apply for Serena’s program here: http://serenamarierd.com/apply If you would like Susan’s Free...

We share how dieting has negatively affected our holidays in the past and talk about why you just shouldn't do it. We also talk about how dieting can cause guilt and shame around gaining weight during the holiday season.   If you’re interested in becoming a food freedom athlete, apply for Serena’s program here: http://serenamarierd.com/apply If you would like Susan’s Free Ultimate Guide to Fertility Food Freedom and to join her email list click here

We are going off script today! We are sharing all about burnout, what it is, how we are dealing with it and how society makes it hard for us to recover from it.    If you’re interested in becoming a food freedom athlete, apply for Serena’s program here: http://serenamarierd.com/apply If you would like Susan’s Free Ultimate Guide to Fertility Food Freedom and to join her email list click here

It's October which means Halloween...which really means Halloween candy. We are talking today about how you can have Halloween candy in your house and not obsess over it and eat all of it. We give you tips on how to change your relationship with the candy you never allow in your house.   If you’re interested in becoming a food freedom athlete, apply for Serena’s program here: http://serenamarierd.com/apply If you would like Susan’s Free Ultimate Guide to Fertility Food Freedom and to join...

Susan and Serena talk about what gentle nutrition means and how it is so different than diet culture. They also touch on how gentle nutrition has evolved for them and the impact it has on your mental health.   If you’re interested in becoming a food freedom athlete, apply for Serena’s program here: http://serenamarierd.com/apply If you would like Susan’s Free Ultimate Guide to Fertility Food Freedom and to join her email list click here

Serena and Susan are talking about what they are loving about being in their 30s. They talk about what was missing in their 20s that they now have and how they have come to have more self compassion and embracing who they are.   If you’re interested in becoming a food freedom athlete, apply for Serena’s program here: http://serenamarierd.com/apply If you would like Susan’s Free Ultimate Guide to Fertility Food Freedom and to join her email list click here