Episode 104: Boosting Egg Quality for IVF, Egg Freezing & Natural Conception

When undergoing IVF or egg freezing, optimizing egg quality is one of the most important things you can do to increase your chances of success. While conventional fertility treatments focus on medical interventions, there is so much that can be done holistically to support your eggs, improve embryo quality, and ultimately, lead to healthier pregnancies and babies.

In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, Dr. Leah Gordon dives deep into the factors that influence egg quality and shares practical, science-backed strategies that you can incorporate into your life—whether you're going through IVF, freezing your eggs, or trying to conceive naturally. Many of these tips are often overlooked in conventional fertility care, but they can make a significant difference in your reproductive health.

Why Egg Quality Matters

Egg quality is a critical factor in fertility. It affects:

• The likelihood of a successful fertilization

• The development of a strong and healthy embryo

• The success of embryo implantation

• The risk of miscarriage

• The overall health of the baby

Unfortunately, egg quality is often not prioritized in traditional fertility treatments, leaving many women without the guidance they need to optimize their reproductive health. But the good news is that there are many things you can do to support your eggs naturally.

Key Strategies to Boost Egg Quality

Here are some of the top recommendations from this episode to improve egg quality and optimize your fertility:

1. Nutrition for Egg Health

• Eat an anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet rich in whole foods.

• Focus on healthy fats, high-quality proteins, and complex carbohydrates.

• Reduce processed foods, sugars, and inflammatory oils.

• Incorporate fertility-boosting superfoods like leafy greens, wild-caught fish, and antioxidant-rich berries.

2. Targeted Supplements

• CoQ10 (Ubiquinol) – Helps improve mitochondrial function in eggs.

• Omega-3 fatty acids – Support cell membrane integrity.

• Myo-inositol – Improves egg maturation and quality.

• Vitamin D – Essential for reproductive health.

• NAC (N-Acetylcysteine) – Supports detoxification and reduces oxidative stress.

3. Lifestyle Adjustments

• Reduce exposure to endocrine disruptors like plastics, synthetic fragrances, and pesticides.

• Optimize sleep quality to support hormone balance and cellular repair.

• Engage in gentle movement like walking, yoga, or pilates to improve circulation to reproductive organs.

4. Stress Management & Mindset Shifts

• High-stress levels can negatively impact fertility by increasing inflammation and oxidative stress.

• Practices like meditation, acupuncture, and journaling can help regulate the nervous system and support egg quality.

• Give yourself grace in the process—your body is doing important work!

5. Timing and Planning

• It takes about three months for eggs to mature, so start making these changes as early as possible before your IVF cycle or egg retrieval.

• If trying to conceive naturally, cycle tracking and ovulation awareness can help optimize timing.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

✔️ Egg quality plays a crucial role in successful IVF, egg freezing, and natural conception.
✔️ A nutrient-dense diet, proper supplementation, and toxin reduction can significantly improve egg health.
✔️ Managing stress and supporting your nervous system is just as important as physical health.
✔️ Making these changes at least three months before conception can lead to better outcomes.
✔️ Whether you're undergoing fertility treatments or trying naturally, there are many holistic strategies you can use to improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy.

Final Thoughts

Improving egg quality is not just about IVF success—it’s about setting the foundation for a healthy pregnancy and baby. By taking a proactive, holistic approach, you can empower yourself on your fertility journey and give your body the best possible support.

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula
• Dr. Leah's Optimize IVF mini-course

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