Fertility Confidence Podcast

#179. Could silent celiac explain your infertility?

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode I get a little personal on a health journey for our family that has fertility implications. Tune in to learn about my daughter's j...

E178. Fertility Financing with Future Family

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week I got to speak with Claire Tomkins, founder of Future Family, about her personal fertility journey and the importance of financial support i...

#177. [Replay] Pregnant in 3 months after TTC for 2 years with unexplained infertility

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a replay of a popular 2024 episode! I'm sharing an inspiring client success story that highlights the complexity of Unexplained...

#176. What is fertile cervical fluid and what to do if it's missing

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence podcast, Kelsey Duncan discusses the importance of understanding cervical fluid and vaginal discharge in r...

#175. Navigating Male Fertility with David Ireland

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast, I got to speak with David Ireland about the often-overlooked topic of male fertility. David share...

#174. Family Diversity and Childhood Conversations, with Andrea Ali-Panzarella

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast, Kelsey Duncan speaks with Andrea, a pediatrician and author, about her personal journey through i...

#173. How to use herbal medicine in fertility, with Liane Moccia

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I got to sit own with herbalist Liane Moccia to talk about all things herbal medicine and fertility. I can shy away from herb in my fertility protocol...

#172 AMA: motility, reproductive immunology, AMH and natural IVF

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence podcast, Kelsey Duncan addresses listener questions covering a range of topics including male factor ferti...

#171 Do you need to give up caffeine to get pregnant?

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence podcast, Kelsey Duncan addresses common questions about caffeine consumption and its effects on fertility....

#170 Busting fertility myths with Aumatma Summers

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast I got to sit down with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, double board certified Naturopathic Endocrinologis...

#169. How the microbiome impacts fertility success

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're talking about this critical yet often overlooked role of the uterine microbiome in fertility. If you're struggling to get pregnant, understandin...

#168 Navigating the Fertility Journey as a Queer Couple, with Jaimie Kelton

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week I sat down with Jaimie Kelton, host of The Queer Family Podcast, and she shared her personal journey through infertility as a queer woman. W...

#167 In impact of mindfulness on a fertility journey

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode we're chatting about the significance of mindfulness in the fertility journey. I share personal reflections on self-care and how min...

#166. Nutrient Deficiencies in Women: Is a Prenatal Enough? With Ryan Woodbury

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode I sat down with Ryan Woodbury, co-founder and co-CEO of one of our favourite supplement company's Needed who are championing radic...

#165. What we're missing with hypothalamic amenorrhea and infertility with Victoria Myers

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, I got to sit down with Victoria Myers, period recovery specialist, RDH and  host of the Nourishing Women Podcast to chat abou...

#164 This Common Fertility Number is Not Important

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we're covering a big beef of mine in the fertility community. Women get so hung up on this number they can lose sleep over it. Her...

#163 The link between asthma and recurrent miscarriage

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are exploring the controversial connection between asthma and fertility. I'm going to share some of the research we have so far sho...

#162. How insulin resistance impacts female and male fertility

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're discussing the often-overlooked topic of insulin resistance and its significant impact on both male and female fertility. In order to boos...

FCP E161 Varicoceles and Male Factor Fertility

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're chatting about one of the most common reasons for male factor infertility - varicoceles! This tiny issue can have a potentially big impact...

FCP E160 Navigating Endometriosis and Fertility Advocacy with April Christina and Connie Stark

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is an insightful interview with fertility advocates April Christina and Connie Stark. We covered all things endometriosis, and Apr...

#159. Surrendering Control on Your Fertility Journey with Monica Cox

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast, Dr. Kelsey Duncan speaks with Monica Cox about her personal fertility journey, the importance of ...

#158 Feel healthy but still not pregnant? 3 things to consider if this is you

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The golden question: "I'm super healthy… why am I not getting pregnant?". Have you asked yourself this before? You're not alone. The reality is fert...

#157. How to make the IVF decision

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking about the complex decision making process when it comes to the IVF decision. We cover the barriers to access, how age does need to...

#156. The one where she gets pregnant with unexplained infertility

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From being told it was unexplained infertility to a BFP with the right support, in this week's episode I share an inspiring client story from Fertilit...

#155. This Key Phrase Will Keep You Calm During a Wonky Fertility Cycle

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm teaching you one of my signature phrases that I remind my clients of multiple times per week. We're going to chat about tha...

#154. Optimizing Your Egg Quality with Dr. Aimee aka The Egg Whisperer

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down Dr. Aimee, aka The Egg Whisper, and chat all things NAD, cellular health and fertility. We covered everything...

#153. 3 Causes of Low Sperm Count that Supplements Won't Fix

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we're chatting about 3 different causes of low sperm count that supplements aren't going to fix. This is why digging down to the r...

#152. What to do if you have a chemical pregnancy

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

TRIGGER WARNING: We're talking about chemical pregnancies today on the podcast.    Chemical losses are something that's often overlooked and brushed...

#151. How to detox your home for a fertility-friendly environment

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are chatting about how to create a fertility-friendly environment by detoxifying your home. We cover four key harmful ingredients a...

#150. How to Incorporate Movement into Your Fertility Journey and as a Mom with Kim Perry

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I sat down with Kim Perry, a prenatal and postnatal fitness specialist, and chatted about the importance of exercise during pregnancy and postpartum. ...

FCP E149. Being Proactive on Your Fertility Journey with Gabriela Rosa

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I sit down with Gabriela Rosa and discuss her journey in establishing the Rosa Institute, which focuses on helping couples over...

FCP E148. When should your partner get fertility labs?

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of proactive fertility testing for both partners, emphasizing that sperm health is a crucial part of...

FCP E147. Opening the Conversation for Men's Mental Health on the Fertility Journey with John Shearer

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to chat all about men's mental health with John Shearer, Registered Social Worker and owner of Kickstart Men's Therapy. H...

FCP E146. The connection between hair loss and infertility

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! After a brief break I'm so happy to be back in your ears and chatting all things fertility. Today we're talking about hair loss and the po...

FCP E.145. Navigating Your Fertility Rights in the Workplace with Daphne Delvaux

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I sit down with attorney Daphne Delvaux and discuss the intersection of motherhood and career, focusing on the rights of women ...

FCP E144. [Replay] Cycle is Regular but Still Not Getting Pregnant

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a replay of a popular 2022 episode! We chat about what things to consider if you're confused by having a regular cycle and stil...

FCP E143. How to track your cycle with irregular cycles or PCOS

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we cover how to track your cycle (with way less stress) if you have PCOS or long, irregular cycles. I go over a common complaint /...

FCP E142. Thriving Through the Holiday's with Infertility

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode covers an important topic entering December: how to thrive during the holiday season while navigating the challenges of fertility....

FCP E141. Ozempic, Berberine, and Supplement Safety with Dr. Mark Ratner

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I got a chance to sit down with Dr. Mark Ratner, Chief Science Officer of Therologix and retired urologist focused in male fertility. We talked about ...

FCP E140. Will painting my nails hurt my fertility?

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, I'm answering a common question I get in my DMs: will painting my nails impact my fertility? In this short and sweet listen I ...

FCP E139. Reclaiming Intimacy During the Fertility Journey with Vanessa and Xander Marin

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast, I sit down with intimacy experts Vanessa and Xander Marin to talk about the unique challenges tha...

FCP E138. Pregnant in 3 months after TTC for 2 years with unexplained infertility

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing an inspiring client success story that highlights the complexity of Unexplained Infertility and the need for a care...

FCP E137. Busting fertility expectations, managing grief, and slowing down with Beth Gulotta

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down with licensed mental health professional, clinic owner, and podcast host Beth Gulotta to chat about fertility...

FCP E136. Your thyroid health, fearing carbs, and the gut for fertility with Phoebe Lapine

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down with chef, author, and Feed Me Phoebe founder, Phoebe Lapine to chat all things thyroid, nutrition and fertil...

FCP E135. Sleep as an important fertility treatment

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode we're talking about a powerful fertility treatment you likely haven't considered - sleep! Laying the foundational groundwork is...

FCP E134. Is it unexplained infertility, or is it endometriosis?

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing with you 2 studies that came across my desk recently showcasing the importance of ruling out endometriosis if you'v...

FCP E133. The Power of Community, Emotional Resiliency, and Hormone B with Sonia Ribas

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast, Dr. Kelsey and fertility coach Sonia Ribas discuss the multifaceted journey of fertility, emphasi...

FCP E132. 3 Popular Fertility Tips That Likely Aren't Helping You

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, we address three popular fertility tips that lack scientific backing - one of these may actullay be doing more harm on your fe...

FCP E131. How to get a skeptical partner on board

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, I share how to have the conversation with your partner or husband who maybe isn't on board with testing or support for your fe...

FCP E130. Don't forget this important part of a semen analysis

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we cover a small part of the semen anlysis that often gets overlooked, but is potentially playing a much bigger role than clinicia...

FCP E129. How my client got pregnant in 8 weeks after 2 years of TTC

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing a Fertility Confidence Method success story: how we got our client prengnat in just 8 weeks after 2 years of second...

FCP E128. Is my lining too thin to get pregnant?

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're talking uterine lining! How to know if it's a problem, testing to advocate for, and what steps to take if you do find that your ...

FCP E127. [Replay] 3 non-pill fertility recommendations we discuss with our clients

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy this Fertility Confidence Podcast replay of some of our top non-pill recommendations we have discussed with clients over the last year. Everytim...

FCP E126. 3 Fertility Red Flags

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, we chat about my three fertility red flags that you can consider when you're getting curious about your fertility journey. The...

FCP E125. Genetic Expression, Biological Age, and Your Microbiome with Dr. Cleopatra Kamperveen

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks episode is part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Cleopatra Kamperveen, founder and Chief Scientific Officer of the Fertility & Pregnancy Insti...

FCP E124. Influencing your genetic expression to boost fertility with Dr. Cleopatra Kamperveen

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode I got to sit with down Dr. Cleopatra Kamperveen, founder and Chief Scientific Officer of the Fertility & Pregnancy Institute and...

FCP E123. TTC with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Cynthia Donovan

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down with Cynthia Donovan, a registered nutritional dietician that focuses in supporting women to help regain thei...

FCP E122. Adding movement into your TTC treatment plan with Marlie Cohen

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down with Marlie Cohen, a mom of 2, a certified pre/postnatal trainer and certified health coach. I wanted to get ...

FCP E121. Financial Planning for your TTC Journey with Emily Luk

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down with Emily Luk, cofounder and CEO of Plenty, to chat about the financial aspect of fertility treatments. We c...

FCP E120. Transitioning Off Hormonal Birth Control Part Two with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's part 2 of the Transitioning off Hormonal Birth Control with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack! Catch up on the conversation between Dr. Kelsey and Lisa in E1...

FCP E119. Transitioning Off Hormonal Birth Control Part One with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 2-part series, Dr. Kelsey chats with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, author of the Fifth Vital Sign and co-author or Real Food For Fertility, about tra...

FCP E118. 3 ways to help you stay consistent when consistency is key

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Kelsey discusses the challenges of staying consistent in the fertility journey, and 3 ways to help be consistent when consistency...

FCP E117. My new approach to prenatal vitamins

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Kelsey discusses the role of prenatal vitamins in fertility and pregnancy. She explains that while prenatals are important for ma...

FCP E116. How I cycle sync during a big event

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am sharing my experience with Cycle Syncing while running my big 700+ person event in my late luteal phase! Cycle Syncing is someth...

FCP E115. Bacterial Infections and Male Factor Fertility

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast explores the impact of bacterial infections on male fertility. Dr. Kelsey discusses the importance of...

FCP E114. Male Fertility, Sperm Morphology, and the Importance of Testing with Dr. Mark Sklar

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Dr. Kelsey and Dr. Mark chat about the importance of male fertility and preconception care.    They cover the important topi...

FCP E113. Emotions, Organs, and Fertility Support with Michelle Oravitz

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, Dr. Kelsey and Michelle discuss the impact of emotions on the physical body, particularly from a Chinese medicine perspective. T...

FCP E112. Your rights for a fertility referral

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Kelsey discusses the importance of seeking a fertility clinic referral sooner rather than later. She explains the guidelines for ...

FCP E111. Getting to Baby with Angela Thyer MD and Judy Simon RDN

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Kelsey interviews Judy Simon and Angela Thyer, who have been providing fertility care and teaching food for fertility classes for...

FCP E110. The Forgotten Fertility Nutrient

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This this episode we're chatting about the forgotten fertility nutrient, how your prenatal vitamin is probably lacking in this important ingredient, a...

FCP E109. Advice for your younger self + OCP use and fertility

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Kelsey discusses the importance of having appropriate conversations about women's health inside the medical system. She shares co...

FCP E108. Personal Care Products and Infertility

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we're covering what your skincare may have to do with your fertility. Specifically - parabens. Parabens are an Endocrine Disruptin...

FCP E107. Real Food For Fertility with Lily Nichols RDN

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is a trailblazer in the nutrition world when it comes to pregnancy and fertility. Lily Nichols, RDN is the author of Real Food for P...

FCP E106. FSH and Fertility

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a look at a very important hormone, FSH. FSH is crucial for follicular development, and it gives us some indirect insight to ev...

FCP E105. The Insights Cycle Tracking Gives Us to Our Wellness with Mel Angus

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I sat down with Mel Angus of TempDrop to chat all things cycle tracking. We covered: Why tracking is important, even beyond fe...

FCP E104. What is sperm agglutination and why do we care?

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast we are talking sperm agglutination - what the heck is that and why does it matter? A semen analysi...

FCP E103. Caloric Deficiency, Physical Stress, and Infertility Impacts

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning: this episode we discuss the effects of under eating on infertility.   What does caloric deficiency have to do with fertility when al...

FCP E102. The Process of IUI: From a Patient Perspective

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we get to connect with a Fertility Confidence Method member, Caitlin. She generously shares with us what it was like going through...

FCP E101. Hot balls and infertility

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing the details on heat and male infertility. We get asked all the time how hot tubs/saunas impact sperm health, so I w...

FCP E100. What we want our clients to let go of in 2023

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're celebrating our 100th Fertility Confidence Podcast episode with some very special guests - my coaching team! I sat down with my three Fertility ...

FCP E99. Decluttering, creating space, and making babies

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does decluttering have to do with fertility? Lots. Find out in this episode why I want you to clear out your clutter to help balance your hormone...

FCP E98. Already "healthy" and still not getting pregnant

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is for you ladies who feel like you already live a healthy lifestyle and can't understand why this isn't happeing for you (yet). I...

FCP E97. 3 things to add to your life during infertility

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back! In this week's episode I wanted to share a different version of treating infertility. One that doesn't talk more about what to take away...

FCP E96. Oral vs Vaginal Progesterone: Which is better?

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episdoe I'm sharing the research around a popular debate in the fertility world right now: is oral or vaginal progesterone better? In the ...

FCP E95. The Holidays, travelling and infertility

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is covering a topic that always comes up this time of year inside our Fertility Confidence Method Community: travelling when you'r...

FCP E94. Acupuncture, your tongue and infertility with Jane Gleeson

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Jane Gleeson, RN, Licensed Acupuncturist, and author of the book Who Stole My Ovaries. We discussed the c...

FCP E93. Cervical mucus and your basic hormones 101

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is an excerpt from our ever popular Fertility Confidence Bootcamp. We're chatting all things cervical mucus like why it's importan...

FCP E92. Navigating Male Factor Infertility with Dr. Leah Gordon

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! I'm so happy to welcome Dr. Leah Gordon to the Fertility Confidence Podcast to share her personal and clinical wisdom around male factor i...

FCP E91. What to do before you start fertility supplements

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So often when it comes to our health we're skipping steps and often forgetting the basics. On this week's episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast ...

FCP E90. Ask Kelsey: Is my short cycle a fertility problem?

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's Ask Kelsey question is: Are my short cycles a fertility problem?   We're going to cover: What is considered a short cycle When are short...

FCP E89. Toxic Positivity vs Fertility Mindset Work

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode we make a clear distinction between what is toxic positivity and the alternative to working on your fertility mindset in a powerfu...

FCP E88. 5 Hacks to Balance Your Hormones with Dr. Kela Smith

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I got to sit down with Dr. Kela Smith and chat all things hormones. We covered how to know when your hormones need to be invest...

FCP E.87 Ask Kelsey: The importance of timing labs

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Ask Kelsey episode we're chatting about specific fertility labs and the importance of timing those labs properly. Too many times we hav...

FCP E86. Doing it all and still not positive?

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is for all of you out there who feel like they are doing all of the things and still not getting pregnant. We're going to chat abo...

FCP E85. Ask Kelsey: What is AFC and is it important?

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episde is an Ask Kelsey! We're chatting all things AFC: what is it, why do you want to advoate for it, and how to properly test it.   The...

FCP E84. Is infertility stealing your joy?

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a hot button topic. I want you to really think long and hard when you listen today... when was the last time you truly felt pur...

FCP E83. Join me on the path to parenthood

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing with you a new way to work with me launching August 7th 2023, Path to Parenthood. Path to Parenthood covers 4 big f...

FCP E82. Low sperm count, now what?

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode of the Fertility Confidence Podcast is going to help you uncovered your next steps if your semen analysis shows a low sperm count....

FCP E81. Ask Kelsey: Should I put my cup in after s*x?

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's Ask Kelsey episode is a common question we get.  Do you often wonder if there's something you need to be doing after baby dancing to incr...

FCP E80. Successful Pregnancy After 40 with Maja Miller

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode shares a wonderful success story of getting pregnant after 40 with metabolic health coach and functional diagnostic nutrition prac...