In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Ana — a massage therapist, faith-driven woman, and PCOS warrior — to unpack her journey toward understanding her health, navigating fertility challenges, and honoring her body with science-backed support.
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We talk about:
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How Ana’s fertility journey changed after a vasectomy reversal
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What it means to pursue natural fertility with PCOS
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Her experience getting diagnosed — and why she didn’t know sooner
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How labs like A1C, SHBG, and progesterone tell the real story
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The role of GLP-1 medications in supporting appetite and weight loss
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Faith-based approaches to fertility (like NAPRO) vs. traditional medicine
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Strategies to reduce sugar cravings and start the day feeling steady
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Supplements and medications that really move the needle
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Why personalized care and listening to your own story matters
Whether you’re trying to conceive or just trying to feel better in your own skin, Ana’s story will hit home for so many.
🧠 Takeaways:
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PCOS isn’t one-size-fits-all. You can have insulin resistance without major androgen symptoms.
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Blood sugar regulation starts at breakfast.
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Fertility can improve after an HSG — even if there was no true blockage.
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The connection between faith, fertility, and science is worth exploring.