The Holistic Fertility Show
Our holistic fertility podcast explores natural and integrative approaches to fertility. Through expert interviews and thoughtful discussions, we aim to empower listeners with knowledge about optimizing reproductive health through lifestyle, nutrition, acupuncture, and other holistic practices.
Episodes
82 episodes
Acupuncture, Endometriosis, and Fertility
Research highlights the potential of acupuncture to enhance endometrial receptivity—often compromised in endometriosis—through mechanisms like increasing endometrial thickness and optimizing hormone levels, which in turn contribute to improved ...
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Can Acupuncture Really Help in Achieving Pregnancy & Preventing Miscarriage?
Acupuncture has been explored as a complementary approach to support fertility and prevent miscarriage. Some studies suggest that acupuncture may enhance fertility by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, balancing hormones, and redu...
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Can Low Level Light Therapy Improve Egg Quality?
The Celluma 830nm low-level light therapy device can help improve egg quality by using near-infrared light to boost energy production in cells, particularly in the mitochondria, which are like tiny power plants in your eggs. Eggs need a lot of ...
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Helping Couples Achieve Pregnancy and Live Births...It's what we do!
Mike Berkley, LAc, FABORM, a trailblazing fertility acupuncturist, was honored with the prestigious NY Top Docs Award for 2025, recognizing his exceptional contributions to reproductive wellness. As the founder of The Berkley Center for Reprodu...
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Learn How the Combination of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Improves Pregnancy Rates
Acupuncture and customized herbal medicine can enhance egg quality and live birth rates by promoting optimal reproductive health through improved ovarian function and hormonal balance. Acupuncture, by stimulating specific points, increases bloo...
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Thyroid Antibodies: Fertility and Pregnancy Impact
Are you struggling with infertility or recurrent miscarriage, searching for answers when everything seems "normal"? You're not alone, and a surprising factor might be at play: thyroid antibodies. Even when your thyroid hormone levels are...
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Find out what you can do to minimize the risk of miscarriage.
Acupuncture and herbal medicine, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), offer holistic approaches to support pregnancy and reduce the risk of miscarriage by promoting physical and emotional balance. Acupuncture enhances blood flow to the...
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DHEA, Egg Quality & Ovarian Reserve - Some Surprising Information
Curious about the role of DHEA in boosting fertility and overall wellness? In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the science and benefits of DHEA, a powerful hormone that could be a game-changer for your reproductive health. Join us as we...
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Acupuncture, Herbs & PCOS, and Enhanced Fertility Outcomes.
Discover how acupuncture and herbal medicine can transform the fertility journey for women with PCOS on our latest podcast episode. Dive into expert insights from The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness, the first U.S. complementary medici...
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Does acupuncture improve reproductive success?
Discover how acupuncture is transforming modern fertility journeys! Acupuncture is unlocking higher take-home baby rates for hopeful parents by harmonizing the body’s energy and boosting reproductive health. Curious how this protoco...
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11:37
Acupuncture Pre & Post Embryo Transfer - Should You Do It?
Are there benefits to receiving acupuncture treatment pre- and post-embryo transfer? Discover how this protocol could enhance your IVF journey. Tune in to the latest edition of our podcast to learn more!
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Endometriosis & Facing Fertility Challenges?
Endometriosis is a common yet often misunderstood condition that can significantly impact fertility by causing inflammation, pelvic adhesions, and impaired implantation. For individuals trying to conceive, endometriosis can make the journey to ...
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The Berkley Center Provides a Comprehensive Approach to Treating Infertility
The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness takes a comprehensive and integrative approach to infertility treatment, focusing on both prevention and care for men and women. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, the Center comb...
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Oxidative Stress and Infertility.
Oxidative stress happens when harmful molecules called free radicals build up in the body and overwhelm our natural defenses. When this happens, it can damage the cells that make up eggs and sperm, leading to poor quality, lower fertilization r...
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TTC with PCOS?
Acupuncture and customized herbal medicine can play an important role in helping women with PCOS start or grow their family. One of the challenges many women with PCOS face is chronic low-grade inflammation, which can interfere with hormone bal...
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Acupuncture can often improve in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes
Acupuncture can often improve in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes by enhancing uterine blood flow, reducing stress, and regulating hormones, which can create a more favorable environment for embryo implantation and pregnancy. A 2019 meta-anal...
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Nancys story
After years of struggling with infertility, Nancy decided to incorporate acupuncture into her IVF protocol, hoping to boost her chances of conception. To her delight, after consistent acupuncture alongside her IVF treatments, Nancy received the...
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Improving Egg & Sperm Quality Means Improving IVF Outcomes.
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and low-level light therapy (LLLT) can significantly enhance in vitro fertilization (IVF) success by optimizing reproductive health and supporting the body’s natural processes. Acupuncture improves blood flow to th...
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From Disappointment to Baby...FInally!
Nancy, a 39-year-old woman, had struggled for years with the heartbreak of not being able to get pregnant. She tried everything—doctor after doctor, treatment after treatment—but nothing seemed to work. Just when she was about to give up, she d...
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Combining Chinese & Western Medicine Increases Pregnancy Rates.
Combining Chinese herbal medicine with Western reproductive medicine can significantly enhance fertility outcomes by integrating holistic and evidence-based approaches. Chinese herbs, tailored to an individual’s specific imbalances, aim to regu...
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I’m Nancy, a 39-year-old woman who was never going to conceive until...
It all started about two and a half years ago when we decided to try for a baby naturally. I was 36 then, full of optimism. But month after month, nothing happened. After a year of trying, we went to a fertility specialist. The results we...
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Improving IVF Outcomes.
Acupuncture may improve IVF outcomes by enhancing physiological and psychological factors critical to fertility. The practice involves the stimulation of blood flow, the regulation of hormones, and the reduction of stress. Increased uterine blo...
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Acupuncture improves IVF outcomes.
Acupuncture has shown promising results in improving fertility outcomes for individuals undergoing reproductive treatments. Research indicates that this acupuncture can enhance blood flow to the reproductive organs, regulate hormonal imbalances...
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Sperm DNA Fragmentation and Male Infertility
Sperm DNA fragmentation refers to the presence of breaks or damage in the DNA strands within sperm cells, which can significantly impact male fertility. High levels of DNA fragmentation are associated with reduced sperm quality, impaired embryo...
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Male Factor Infertility...and what yo can do about it!
Environmental factors can significantly impact male fertility by affecting sperm quality and quantity. Exposure to toxins like pesticides, heavy metals, and industrial chemicals, often found in polluted air, water, or workplaces, can disrupt ho...
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