From Contraception to Conception: Pregnancy Preparation with Kristen DeAngelis
In this episode of the Functional Fertility podcast, host Dr. Kalea Wattles engages in an insightful discussion with Functional Dietitian Kristen DeAngelis about the impact of discontinuing birth control on fertility. Addressing common concerns, they provide advice on nutrition and nutrient repletion after oral contraceptive use, offering insights into the timeline for trying to conceive (TTC) post-discontinuation. They tackle a listener question about the potential difficulty of conceiving after past birth control use and explore strategies for creating postpartum wellness. Kristen shares her preconception steps that fostered resilience, detailing nutrition goals during pregnancy while accommodating energy fluctuations and cravings. The episode concludes with a focus on essential postpartum nutrients and guidance on discerning normal postpartum fatigue from potential health concerns.