Show notes
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Women's Wellness Coach Samantha Chandler for a conversation that may completely shift the way you think about iron, blood loss, and your body's wisdom. If you've been told you have low iron or low ferritin, especially while trying to conceive or during pregnancy, this episode offers a perspective that is rarely shared in mainstream care. Samantha walks us through how iron actually moves in the body, why bloodwork can be misleading, and why so many women are taking iron supplements without truly absorbing them. She explains the role of copper, vitamin A in the form of retinol, and ceruloplasmin in regulating iron, and why the body recycles iron rather than needing more of it from supplements. We also explore how heavy periods, postpartum hemorrhage, fatigue, hair loss, and even thyroid issues can all be connected to iron not moving properly through the system. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that the body is intelligent, that symptoms are messages, and that real healing often comes from supporting the body's natural rhythms rather than overriding them. Key Takeaways: • Why low iron on bloodwork does not always mean the body is actually low in iron • How copper, ceruloplasmin, and vitamin A in the form of retinol work together to move iron through the body • Why iron-fortified foods and iron supplements can interfere with the body's natural ability to recycle iron • The role of blood loss as one of the body's primary ways of regulating iron • How heavy periods, hair changes, fatigue, anxiety, and skin issues can all point back to iron dysregulation • Why whole food sources like beef liver, cod liver oil, and adrenal cocktails support the body better than synthetic supplements • A grounding reminder that the body is always communicating, and symptoms are messengers, not malfunctions Guest Bio: Samantha Chandler, also known as Wellness & Womb, is a Women's Wellness Coach who focuses on iron's movement in the body. Many women are told they are low in iron, but as Samantha teaches, low iron in the blood does not mean iron is low in the body. She coaches clients, health providers, and doctors on how iron actually moves so they can get to the root of the issues women are experiencing in their health. Samantha has worked with over one hundred women and consistently sees transformative results, all without iron supplements or iron infusions. Connect with Samantha: Website: wellnessandwomb.com Instagram: @wellnesswomb_ TikTok: @wellnessandwomb YouTube: @wellnesswomb_ Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or fertility care. Ready to discover what your body needs most on your fertility journey? Take the personalized quiz inside The Wholesome Fertility Journey and get tailored resources to meet you exactly where you are: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/the-wholesome-fertility-journey For more about my work and offerings, visit: www.michelleoravitz.com Curious about ancient wisdom for fertility? Grab my book The Way of Fertility: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility Join the Wholesome Fertility Facebook Group for free resources & community support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Connect with me on social: Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertilityFacebook: The Wholesome Lotus