The IVF Nutritionist

May 16 2024 1
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The Food & Infertility podcast drops new juice every week, providing simple and realistic tips on infertility, IVF & fertility nutrition without all of the noise. If you are looking to get pregnant without giving up your favorite foods, join me to get quick wins with a side of inspiration and motivation. Registered Dietitian and IVF Mama Susan Portz, answers your questions centered around IVF, infertility, nutrition, and personal growth. I am passionate about helping you reclaim your power and embracing self-love on your infertility journey. Sit back, relax and enjoy the secret sauce to living your best life on your infertility journey.

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Why Nutrition is Important for Fertility

May 16 2024 14 mins  
I think there is a lot of misinformation out there about fertility and nutrition. Which is why I am so passionate about this topic. I explain why nutrition is so important especially why you need to have fat in your diet. I give you 3 examples on what can lead to a nutrient deficient body and that can lead to infertility. Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram

Dietitian Review of "It Starts with an Egg"

Mar 21 2024 15 mins  
I give you my thoughts and opinions on the book "It Starts with an Egg." Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want more? Click here for my free training!

Life Update & Becoming an IVF Mama

Mar 07 2024 16 mins  
We welcomed our IVF miracle in August of last year and I want to share what I went through with labor and delivery. I also just want to share what has been happening since then. Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want more? Click here for my free training!

Traveling for IVF Treatment with Anna

Dec 07 2023 42 mins  
I am talking with Anna about her journey with IVF. She shares about how she has traveled for IVF treatment and the process it took to transfer embryos from another state. Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want to start Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click here for more information!

Top 2 IVF Nutrition Mistakes Part 2

Oct 05 2023 15 mins  
Today I am sharing the second mistake I see with IVF and nutrition. The second mistake is not eating enough fat. I go in depth on how eating fat and your hormones are related. I give you ideas on what foods you can add in to help you get enough fat throughout the day. Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Want to start Fertility Nutritio

Top 2 IVF Nutrition Mistakes Part 1

Sep 07 2023 16 mins  
Today I am sharing with you the first nutrition mistake I see when people are doing IVF. The idea of "I am eating healthy for IVF," sometimes it can seem like this mistake is helping however, it could be doing the opposite. Don't forget to tune in next month for part 2! Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Ready to eliminate the noise a

Should you go gluten free during IVF

Aug 03 2023 17 mins  
What is gluten? Why is going gluten free during IVF something people are doing? What is celiac disease and how does that relate to IVF? I answer all these questions and more in today's episode! Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Ready to join Fertility Nutrition Academy? Click here to find out more!

IVF Nutrition is NOT Black or White

Jul 06 2023 24 mins  
There are so man nuances with IVF nutrition, thinking it is black or white is never helpful. It honestly can create unnecessary stress on top of your already stressful IVF journey. I am here to break down why eliminating foods may not be necessary for you. Have questions about this episode? Send me a DM on Instagram @the.ivf.nutritionist Ready to join Fertility Nutrition Academy? C

Susan’s Infertility Journey Part 3

Jun 07 2023 21 mins  
In this episode I explain how the last egg retrieval (talked about in episode 2) didn't go as planned so we tried a 3rd egg retrieval. I share all of my thoughts and feelings about doing a 3rd egg retrieval and how IVF is basically an experiment. Everyone's body is different and you never know what is going to happen.

Susan’s Infertility Journey Part 2

Jun 07 2023 22 mins  
In this episode I share an experience with IVF and what I did differently from the first time I did it. We tend to blame ourselves when things don't go as expected and wonder what more we could have done but sometimes we cannot control the outcome. I share how I am learning to let go of wanting that control and learning to love myself and take care of my body through the process.