Thyroid & Fertility: Looking beyond "normal" labs with Nicole Fennell MS, RDN, LD

On this episode of the Functional Fertility Podcast, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by Functional Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Nicole Fennell to unpack the vital connection between thyroid health and fertility. If you’re trying to conceive, you’ve likely heard about the importance of thyroid function—but did you know that even “normal” lab results don’t always tell the full story? Nicole shares why some patients still struggle with infertility despite seemingly optimal thyroid levels, the key nutrients that support both thyroid and reproductive health, and what your body temperature might reveal about your hormones. Plus, we tackle listener questions on Hashimoto’s, medication, and persistent hair shedding. If you’re looking to optimize your thyroid for a healthy conception, this episode is a must-listen!

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Functional Fertility is designed to help you demystify your hormones, up-level your lifestyle, and supercharge your fertility potential. Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by experts in the field of functional and integrative medicine, combining cutting-edge science with treasured traditional wisdom on an exploration of preconception wellness. Whether you’re trying to get pregnant for the first time, or you’re exploring assisted reproductive technologies, Dr. Wattles is here to give you the tools you need to combat period problems, perfect your cycle tracking skills, power up your egg health and build the family of your dreams. This is functional fertility.