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Iron & Fertility: Why Low Ferritin Doesn’t Always Mean You’re Iron Deficient
Iron is one of the most commonly discussed — and most misunderstood — nutrients in the fertility space. Many women are told they’re “anemic” based on a single lab marker (ferritin), prescribed iron supplements, and sent on their way. Yet for so many, symptoms don’t improve… and sometimes they even feel worse. Here’s the missing piece most women are never told: Iron deficiency is not always a lack of iron intake — it’s often a problem with iron utilization . And when it comes
Shannon McKirdy
Dec 14, 20254 min read


How to Support Your Fertility With PCOS— something your Doctor may not have told you
It’s no secret that fertility struggles are becoming more common. More couples than ever are finding that getting pregnant isn’t as simple or straightforward as they expected — and for many, this brings confusion, frustration, and a deep sense of “What’s wrong with me?” If this is you, I want you to hear this first: You are not broken. Your body is trying to communicate with you. There are things you can do to support your fertility. If you have been diagnosed with PCOS, wel
Shannon McKirdy
Dec 11, 20254 min read


Why Parental Nutrition Is Essential for Fertility — and Your Future Child's Long-Term Health
Nutrition is such a powerful tool when trying to conceive. It doesn’t just fuel reproduction — the nutrient status of both parents before conception helps shape embryo development, gene expression, and long-term health outcomes in the child. This is true for both mothers and fathers: paternal diet and nutrient status influence sperm epigenetics and can imprint on offspring health just as much as maternal nutrition. How Parental Nutrition Before Conception Matters (not “just
Shannon McKirdy
Dec 3, 20255 min read


My 6 Foundations for Fertility: A Holistic Roadmap to Support Your Hormones, Cycles, and Fertility Journey
When you’re navigating fertility challenges—whether you're working through PCOS fertility support, facing unexplained infertility, or intentionally supporting fertility over 35—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Diet advice, supplement lists, hormone terminology, lab results… fertility can quickly start to feel like a puzzle with missing pieces. But the truth is: your body is not broken. It simply needs the right foundational support so your hormones, metabolism, and reproducti
Shannon McKirdy
Dec 3, 20256 min read


Prenatal Supplements: Why They Help — But Never Replace Real Food
When you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, or planning for pregnancy, it’s tempting to think that taking a prenatal vitamin means you’re “covered.” If you are searching for the best fertility supplement on the market, you'll want to keep reading. Here’s the truth: Prenatal supplements are a support — not a replacement — for a nutrient-rich, whole-foods diet. While a good prenatal can help fill gaps, it can’t mimic the bioavailability, synergy, and breadth of nutrients you get
Shannon McKirdy
Dec 3, 20256 min read
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