Your Complete Functional Medicine Guide to Finding and Fixing The Root Causes of Infertility
Have you been trying to conceive month after month (or year after year) without success?
Are you struggling with unexplained miscarriages or chemical pregnancies?
Have you sought help from a doctor or fertility specialist only to be told "Your tests are all normal, just try fertility treatment"?
Do you feel in your gut that something isn't right, but can't get your doctor to take you seriously or agree to additional testing?
But what if I told you that it was possible to finally figure out WHY you're having trouble getting pregnant?
How would it feel to know that you could actually fix the root cause of the problem and conceive naturally, instead of forcing the process with drugs and surgery?
Here's the thing...
We're actually hardwired to make babies under the right conditions.
Healthy egg + healthy sperm + healthy mama = perfect fertility
And our bodies are smart enough to know when the equation doesn't add up.
(Which, if you think about it, is pretty amazing)
So, despite what you may have heard or been led to believe, infertility isn't bad luck, bad genes, or your body "misbehaving" for no reason.
It's a sign that we need to start digging for answers.
And, believe me, there ARE answers!!!
If you've been feeling lost on this journey, let me just tell you that you're not alone. I've been in your shoes and so have most of the women and couples I work with.
But a functional medicine approach to health and fertility can get you to the other side of the struggle.
I'm a perfect example of that and so are my clients!
"I started working with Kristin after my husband and I had been trying for a little over a year. I listened to several podcast episodes and her approach just felt right to me. My cycles had gotten super long and really inconsistent month to month and I was starting to freak out a little (I'm almost 37). After some simple blood testing, Kristin identified that my thyroid function was off and that I was dealing with multiple nutrient deficiencies. She gave me a plan to support these issues naturally, but also suggested that I see my doctor for thyroid medication, since we were actively trying and one of my hormone levels was really low. I was nervous about talking to my doctor, since he had initially refused to do any additional testing on my thyroid. But thankfully, he was more open-minded once he saw the labs we had done. After 3 months of Kristin's plan and finding the right dose of thyroid medication with my doctor, my cycles were back to being consistent every month and I was feeling soooo much better. And the next month, we finally got a positive pregnancy test! I'm just getting into my third trimester now and we can't wait for baby to arrive. I'm so thankful I found Kristin!"
Molly M.
So, what does it mean to take a functional medicine approach to fertility?
Well, here's what it means in my practice:
If that sounds like what you've been missing on your journey, then you're in the right place!
Your Complete Functional Medicine Guide to Finding and Fixing The Root Causes of Infertility
In this course, you will:
I first started trying to conceive in 2015 when I was 26 years old. Even though I had spent my whole life up to that point dealing with chronic health issues (digestive problems, asthma, eczema, joint pain, allergies, fatigue, and anxiety), it never occurred to me that I might have trouble conceiving. I assumed being able to have kids was a given!
After quitting birth control, all my health issues flared miserably and I was having irregular and extremely unpleasant cycles. Two years into trying, I started to realize that there was probably a major connection between not being able to get pregnant and all the health issues I'd been dealing with for so many years. So, I decided to put my plans for having a family on hold until I could dig deeper, find out what was really going on, and (hopefully) fix it.
The next few years were pretty crazy! I started making diet and lifestyle changes, developed an insatiable passion for nutrition and natural medicine, healed from most of my chronic symptoms, became a functional nutritionist, and started a fertility-focused practice and podcast. I was finally able to draw concrete connections between my health and fertility and work toward healing the root causes of why I couldn't conceive (there were quite a few, in my case).
The silver lining of all this struggle is being able to share my knowledge and experience with you, so that your journey can be much faster and easier than mine was. I didn't know where to seek help when I was starting out, so I became the practitioner I wish I'd had.
I built this program to share all the things I wish I'd known about my body and my fertility when I first started trying for a baby, and I've included solutions to all the roadblocks I see most frequently in my clients who are struggling to conceive.
I would be honored to guide you through this process and I hope you'll join me in Functional Fertility Healing!
Each Module, we'll be digging into a new root-cause fertility topic:
Module 1
Nervous System Healing & Mind-Body Work
Module 2
Cycle Tracking & Hormone Assessment
Module 3
Diet, Nutritional Deficiencies & Food Sensitivities
Module 4
Digestion, Immune Function & Inflammation
Module 5
Thyroid Assessment & Rebalancing
Module 6
Liver Function & Detoxification
Module 7
Individualized Testing & Supplementation
Module 8
Male Fertility Assessment & Recovery
After completing Functional Fertility Healing, you'll be able to:
"When I first started working with Kristin, I felt deep down that we were probably a lost cause. I knew I didn't want to go the IVF route, so we decided to give the natural route a try for a few months before just accepting that we weren't going to have any more kids. I'm over 35 and have a VERY complicated health history, so I tried not to get my hopes up too much in the beginning. After 4 months of working with Kristin, some of the health issues I'd been dealing with for years had majorly improved (things I was absolutely convinced would never get better after all the things I had already tried)! Shortly after that, we found out we were pregnant and I'm now a little over halfway through my pregnancy! I can't thank Kristin enough for sticking with me through this journey, especially when I was really down on myself and felt like giving up. I honestly don't know that we would be where we are today without her!"
Tanya B.
This program is for you if...
You're ready to commit to improving your health and fertility naturally and you're prepared for this process to take a few months. It may be helpful (though definitely not required) to consider taking a break from actively trying while you work on identifying and addressing your root cause.
This program probably isn't for you if...
You're not interested in truly finding out why you're struggling to conceive or you're unwilling to make changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine to support your health and fertility. Going the natural route takes time and effort, so if you don't have either one to spare, this may not be the right choice for you.
"Thanks so much for all your help and expertise, Kristin! I am really so grateful I found the podcast and eventually found you to work with. You've changed my life and I tell everyone who is struggling with health and fertility about you. I just wanted to say that you're making a massive difference and really spreading incredible and vital knowledge. Even when we hit "dead ends", I've been so grateful for your willingness to keep digging with me and helping me learn and I appreciate the truly holistic viewpoint you take."
Brittany S.
Q: Can this program really help me conceive?
Absolutely! This course was designed for women (and couples) who want to find and fix the root cause issues that can lead to trouble getting pregnant. All recommendations are based on a combination of current research and my clinical experience working with hundreds of clients to support and restore optimal fertility.
Q: How long will I have access to the course materials?
You'll have lifetime access to all the course materials! All videos, presentation slides, PDF guides, resources, etc. will be accessible through the course platform indefinitely.
Q: What is functional medicine and how is it different than the healthcare I get from my doctor?
Functional medicine looks at the body in a completely different way than conventional medicine. It focuses on prevention and achieving true health and wellness by making sure each body system is working optimally. Conventional medicine focuses on treating a problem after it’s already developed and primarily uses medications and procedures to suppress symptoms, rather than identify or address the root cause of the issue. A functional approach to fertility starts with creating balance in your body with diet, lifestyle, and natural therapies, instead of jumping straight to medications and invasive treatments.
Q: My doctor said there’s nothing I can do to improve my egg quality, so why should I take this course?
I'm going to have to respectfully (but strongly) disagree with your doctor! Egg quality is not fixed on a declining scale and research shows that it can change and improve with the right strategies and support. Balancing your hormones, supplementing wisely, removing environmental triggers, reducing inflammation, and providing your body with the best possible nutrition are all ways that you can improve your egg quality and boost your fertility. And I teach you how to do all of those things in this program!
Q: Would it be better to work with someone 1:1 on my fertility instead of taking a course?
That really depends on how much support you feel you need and how complex your situation is. This course doesn't just toss a bunch of information at you and then leave you to figure out how (or if) it applies to you on your own. I teach you how to determine which tests will benefit you personally and how to decide which interventions are most likely to help with your unique health and fertility situation. You'll also have access to a group chat where you can ask questions and get feedback from me and other course participants. That said, there are some issues that may require working with a practitioner in a 1:1 setting. In those cases, you have the option to work with me through Tiny Feet for testing and remote consultations, or you can consult with your own practitioner using the education and advice you get from the course.
Q: I haven’t started trying to conceive yet. Is this course for me?
If you're interested in being the healthiest possible version of yourself before you get pregnant, then this course can definitely help you get there! It will be especially helpful for you if you have a history of health issues or symptoms that you'd like to resolve before you take on the challenges of pregnancy and motherhood (period problems, depression or anxiety, fatigue, acne, digestive issues, low thyroid function, autoimmunity, food sensitivities, skin issues, etc.) Even if you feel perfectly healthy right now, the course will walk you through important screening tests that all women (and men) should have prior to pregnancy and provide you with helpful guidance on how to maintain your health throughout pregnancy and postpartum. Truthfully, EVERYONE can benefit from working on their overall health, diet, and lifestyle before trying to conceive, as these things can improve fertility and have a significant impact on the health of your pregnancy and future baby.
Q: What if I already have a diagnosis or explanation for why I'm having trouble getting pregnant. Can this still help me?
It most certainly can! Most of the top fertility diagnoses (PCOS, endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve, autoimmune disease, hypothyroidism, hormone imbalances, and male factor infertility) are heavily influenced, or even directly caused, by the topics we cover in the program. You'll learn how to identify and address the underlying imbalances that contribute to these conditions, which is where you need to start if you want to heal from them!
Q: What if I'm unhappy with the course?
I'm 100% confident that this course will help you move forward on your fertility journey, if you're willing to commit to it, so I won't be offering any refunds. If you're unsure about whether the course is right for you or have questions about the content, feel free to reach out to me via email at info@tinyfeet.co so we can chat and make sure it's the best next step for you before you sign up.
Q: I’m already using fertility treatments, is it too late to try this program?
Nope, it's not too late. This course complements your fertility treatment by supporting your health, hormone balance, and egg quality. All of the changes you’ll make through this program can help increase the odds of your treatment being successful and give you the tools you need to maximize your chances of a healthy pregnancy. However, you might find it helpful to take a break from treatment while you implement what you learn in the program so you can fully address the issues impacting your fertility.
Q: I'm worried about my age and what will happen if I take the time to dig into my fertility issues instead of just doing IUI or IVF. What should I do?
I hear this concern a lot in my practice and I get where you're coming from! It can be scary to take a step back (and maybe a couple cycles off) to approach your fertility in a different way. Age is definitely an important factor to consider in any fertility setting. But I think it's also important to recognize that conventional fertility treatments do not address the root cause of why a couple is having trouble getting pregnant and the success rates are pretty low, even for younger couples. I honestly believe that most couples over 35 have a better shot at a successful pregnancy if they spend time working on whatever is interfering with their fertility in the first place, rather than opting for conventional treatment due to worries over age. And this has definitely been validated by my clinical experience!
"Kristin has been my lifeline in my journey to get pregnant. We started working together before my husband and I started trying to conceive in hopes that, when we were ready to try, my body would be ready. I am over 35 years old and was nervous about what pregnancy over 35 would mean for me. To have Kristin working with me every step of the way was something I had never experienced before with my Primary Care Doctor or OBGYN. I finally felt like I had someone to guide me versus me trying to piece together the information I received from my ten-minute annual doctor appointments, books and the internet. Kristin created a roadmap that was specialized to me and finally gave me the confidence I could get pregnant. She was incredibly responsive to all my questions regarding my test/lab results, supplement recommendations, and was my cheerleader on the days when I was scared I would never be able to get pregnant. I am blessed to say that I am now pregnant! I plan to work with Kristin throughout my entire pregnancy and she is now working with my mom and husband on their health as well! Thank you again, Kristin!"
Evania K.
Are you ready to stop feeling heartbroken over a negative pregnancy test every month?
Do you want to finally regain a sense of peace and control over your fertility journey?
Join me in Functional Fertility Healing!
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