Turning over every stone in the fertility journey with Dr. Aumatma Simmons

In this episode of the Functional Fertility Podcast, Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by holistic fertility expert Dr. Aumatma Simmons to discuss the complexities of unexplained infertility, premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). The conversation begins with the frustration surrounding a diagnosis of unexplained infertility and emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive lab workup to uncover underlying conditions. Dr. Aumatma shares her insights on diagnosing and treating premature ovarian insufficiency, including key interventions she uses in her practice. The discussion transitions to recurrent pregnancy loss, detailing the laboratory workup she offers, common patterns observed, and the role of advanced testing such as sperm DNA fragmentation in cases involving male partners. This episode provides practical, evidence-based guidance for patients navigating these challenging fertility scenarios.

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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.