SILENT stage 4 endo, uterine infections, an ovulation defect and getting pregnant after 18 months With Lindsay Chiodo
Lindsay Chiodo shares her personal journey through infertility and her experience with silent stage 4 endometriosis any other diagnoses that made it challenging for her to conceive. She discusses the emotional challenges of trying to conceive, the importance of understanding one's body, and the role of medical professionals in navigating fertility issues. Lindsay emphasizes the significance of being heard by healthcare providers and explores alternative approaches like NAPRO technology, which focuses on addressing the root causes of fertility problems. She emphasizes the need for advocacy in fertility treatments and encourages others not to accept unexplained infertility as a diagnosis.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lindsay's Journey
03:08 The Desire for Motherhood and Early Signs of Infertility
06:08 Becoming a Doula and Understanding Fertility
08:54 The Impact of Family History on Fertility
12:06 Seeking Medical Advice and Diagnosis
14:50 Navigating the NAPRO Approach
18:02 Initial Treatments and Challenges
21:01 Surgery and Discovering Endometriosis
24:07 Post-Surgery Recovery and Next Steps
30:40 Navigating Post-Surgery Fertility Challenges
36:00 The Emotional Toll of Infertility
41:12 Finding Support and Community
45:58 The Importance of Advocacy in Fertility
51:11 Resources and Hope for the Journey
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Keywords
fertility, infertility, doula, endometriosis, NAPRO, pregnancy, motherhood, reproductive health, women's health, personal story, infertility, endometriosis, fertility treatments, emotional support, community, reproductive health, progesterone, pregnancy, women's health, advocacy
