115: Not Broken: Age, Sperm & Miscarriage Truths with Dr. Lora Shahine

In this episode of the Conscious Fertility Podcast, Dr. Lorne Brown welcomes Dr. Lora Shahine, a reproductive endocrinologist, author, and advocate for integrated fertility care. They explore recurrent pregnancy loss, male fertility, age-related factors, mind-body medicine, sperm quality, IVF strategy, and nutrition. With compassion and clarity, Dr. Shahine offers practical, evidence-informed insights while advocating for a holistic and individualized approach to fertility and wellness. She reminds us that real healing comes from knowledge, support, and letting go of blame.Key Takeaways:Recurrent miscarriage is often linked to embryo genetics—and sperm plays a larger role than many realize.Not all IVF protocols are created equal: age, egg quality, and uterine receptivity must be individualized.Mind-body tools, stress regulation, and emotional support are essential to whole-person fertility care.Nutrition matters—but shame-based, restrictive advice does more harm than good.Key supplements like CoQ10, vitamin D, and a good prenatal can support egg and sperm health.Dr. Lora Shahine’s  Bio:Dr. Lora Shahine is a reproductive endocrinologist, author, speaker, and educator dedicated to breaking the stigma around infertility and miscarriage. She’s a partner at Pacific NW Fertility, teaches at the University of Washington, and shares evidence-based fertility insights with a global audience through her books, social media, and podcast. With a background in OBGYN and fellowship training at Stanford, she blends cutting-edge science with compassionate care to support patients in building their families.Where to find Dr. Lora Shahine:Website: https://drlorashahine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlorashahine/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlorashahineYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/drlorashahineBooks: https://drlorashahine.com/books How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC)Acubalance.ca book virtual or in person conscious work sessions with Dr. Lorne Brown Lornebrown.comConscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown:https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/Download a free copy of the Acubalance Fertility Diet & Recipes and a copy of the ebook 5 Ways to Maximize Your Chances of Getting Pregnant from Acubalance.caConnect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram:@acubalancewellnesscentre

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