There are a myriad of new kits out there to "diagnose" hormonal patterns from the comfort of your own home. Today's session is dedicated to the art of "cycle mapping", with new technology as well as low-tech DIY methods. 

If you are already in the throws of IVF, you may wonder what the point of this may be. I'd like to build a case that assessing your hormone levels can give insight as to what is happening beneath the surface, so you can devise a plan for boosting your fertility with the help of supplements, herbs and lifestyle change. 

At-home hormone tests are often urine-based and look at sex hormones and their metabolites - estrogens, progesterone, androgens, and even cortisol and melatonin. Getting to know your patterns helps to identify issues that could influence fertility. However, that is not the only at-home testing you can utilize. Simple BBT (basal body temperature charting) is also an incredibly useful tool when tracking your cycle, identifying hormone imbalances and your fertile window.

Trying to conceive can be both mentally and financially taxing, and it motivates many to seek out the knowledge to take back some control. Even better when it's from the comfort of your own home.  Tune in today to get the scoop!

You’ll Learn: 

• The phases of your hormones
• How to map your cycle
• At-home hormone testing methods and their pros & cons

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