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Perimenopause Isn't Just About Midlife—It's a Fertility Conversation (with Dr. Sheila Dyer, ND) Too
Description
At first glance, a conversation about perimenopause might seem like an unexpected topic for a podcast dedicated to family building. But as you'll discover in this episode, hormones influence so much more than we often realize—including fertility, pregnancy, and your overall reproductive health.
This week, Sam sits down with Dr. Sheila, a naturopathic doctor whose practice focuses on hormonal health, fertility, and perimenopause. Together, they explore why understanding your body before beginning a fertility journey can make a meaningful difference.
Dr. Sheila explains how comprehensive hormone testing—including Day 3 blood work, vitamin levels, and thyroid function—can help identify concerns before you begin fertility treatments, allowing you to move forward feeling informed and better prepared.
The conversation also becomes deeply personal as Dr. Sheila shares their own experience navigating egg retrieval, IVF, and the emotional realities of building their own family.
Whether you're just beginning to think about becoming a parent, preparing for IVF or IUI, or simply wanting to better understand your body, this episode offers practical information, compassionate insight, and plenty of hope.
In this episode you'll learn:
- Why hormone health matters long before pregnancy.
- How naturopathic medicine can complement fertility care.
- What Day 3 hormone testing can reveal.
- The importance of checking thyroid and vitamin levels before treatment.
- One doctor's personal experience with retrieval and IVF.
- How proactive preparation can support your family-building journey.
Learn more about Dr. Sheila:
📸 Instagram: @drsheila_nd
🌐 Website: sheiladyernd.com
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