Ep. 106 A Holistic Fertility Approach for Men and Women with WeNatal
Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim of WeNatal dive into how their personal experiences with loss and fertility struggles led them to redefine prenatal care with a holistic, partnership-focused approach. In this episode, the WeNatal co-founders emphasize the importance of preparing both men and women for conception, introducing the concept of "trimester zero," a period of proactive health steps taken in the months before conception. They share how men’s sperm quality plays a critical role in fertility and infertility, and that men’s sperm count is quickly declining due to modern lifestyle, stress, and toxins. This perspective challenges the traditional, female-centered narrative around fertility and recognizes the shared responsibility of both partners in preparing for parenthood. Ronit and Vida’s company, WeNatal, endorsed by Functional Medicine advocate, Dr. Mark Hyman and Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Kelly Levec, developed a dual supplement line to support the health of both men and women during this preconception period, underscoring the critical impact of each partner's health on successful conception and a healthy pregnancy. Through education, they aim to reduce the stigma and isolation many women feel in fertility struggles, advocating for an inclusive conversation that supports both members of the couple. If you would like to learn more about WeNatal, visit their website: https://wenatal.com/ and Instagram: we_natal. If you would like to connect with Gwen and experience $25 off of a Somatic Medicine session for somatic and spiritual healing in your fertility journey, please visit https://gwencoach.as.me/90breathwork and use the code PODCAST25.