AMA: Iron Deficiency & Unexplained Infertility, Luteal Phase Defects vs. Low Progesterone, How Stress Affects Your Cycle & Essential Advice for Patients Over 35

25/11/2025 28 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this Ask Me Anything episode, Anne tackles listener questions about some of the most misunderstood aspects of fertility. From why your doctor might not be testing your ferritin levels (even though they should) to the real story behind luteal phase defects and what stress actually does to your fertility journey.We dive into practical topics like optimal iron ranges for conception, why adding progesterone isn't always the answer, and what truly matters most for patients over 35. Anne breaks down complex concepts into actionable insights, challenging some common fertility myths along the way.00:00 - Welcome & Episode Overview01:11 - Iron & Ferritin: The Hidden Fertility Factor06:20 - Luteal Phase Defects: Myths vs Reality18:14 - Stress, Cortisol & Egg Quality25:00 - Mature Patients: Focus on Sperm Quality

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