In this episode, Evelyn(Host) discusses the topic of miscarriage. This is something Evelyn has experienced personally and is passionate about educating women on as it has helped with understanding miscarriage and the grieving process. She provides factual information and nutrition interventions for those who have experienced or are at risk of miscarriage. She starts by sharing statistics on miscarriage and different types of pregnancy loss. She then explores risk factors for miscarriage, including age and comorbidities. Evelyn also explains various terms related to miscarriage, such as chemical pregnancy and recurrent miscarriage. She emphasises the importance of nutrition support, including protein intake, protective foods, and essential nutrients like folate and vitamin D. Evelyn concludes by highlighting the significance of support and self-care during the grieving process. Services I offer here  Your Action List: 1.Get your weekly dose of support with the Women’s Health & Fertility Nutrition Podcast by following or subscribing to the podcast. Please also rate my podcast. 2. Learn more about Evelyn Kennedy your host and the services she offers on the enhanced fertility nutrition website  3. get your free 7-day fertility nutrition plan,  4. Share this podcast with other women who may benefit from it. 5. Fill in this form if you have any topics or questions you would like discussed  Takeaways Miscarriage is a common experience, with 50% of pregnancies ending in miscarriage(in first 5 weeks), 20% after 5 weeks. Chromosomal abnormalities account for 85% of pregnancy loss, highlighting the importance of understanding that it is not the woman’s fault. Age is a significant risk factor for miscarriage, with a higher risk for women in their 40s. Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting fertility and reducing the risk of miscarriage, including adequate protein intake, consumption of protective foods, and essential nutrients like folate and vitamin D. Seeking support and taking care of mental and emotional well-being are essential during the grieving process. Chapters 00:00Introduction and Trigger Warning 01:27Statistics on Miscarriage 03:57Types and Causes of Miscarriage 06:05Risk Factors for Miscarriage 09:21Terms Related to Miscarriage 12:34Chemical Pregnancy 13:03Recurrent Miscarriage 14:50Nutrition Support for Miscarriage 15:19Importance of Nutrition and Protein 16:43Protective Foods and Omega-3 Intake 18:14Importance of Folate and Vitamin D 19:40Other Important Nutrients 21:05Considerations for Thyroid and Bacterial Infections 22:09The Benefits of Inositol 23:27Importance of Thyroid Function and Bacterial Vaginosis 24:22Male Fertility and Lifestyle Factors 25:17Factors to Avoid: Alcohol, Caffeine, Mercury, and Listeria 26:29Reducing Stress and Ceasing Certain Supplements 27:41Importance of Iron and Timing of Iron Intake 29:47Preparation Before Pregnancy 31:50Importance of Support and Grieving 32:20Conclusion and Call to Action