Please note: at the timestamp related to cumulative probability of pregnancy (2:01:30), I misspoke, my apologies. The data in the following graph are correct but the “120%” is not. The appropriate equation is 1-(1-p)^n where p is the probability of getting pregnant in a given cycle and n is the cycle number. Therefore the equation for this scenario is 1-(0.8^6). Using the equation, cumulative probability over 6 cycles is 73.8% (rounded to 3 significant figures). For a visual representation: www.researchgate.net/figure/Cumulative-probability-distribution-of-conception-over-time-number-of-cycles-with_fig1_10610311
@peterdmaster
4 ай бұрын
Anyone would’ve made this mistake
@MattMontag0
4 ай бұрын
1 - 0.8^6
@jadedimage
4 ай бұрын
@@JakeDiMare Exactly. The 20% chance isn't even actually accurate. The chances of pregnancy during the three days leading up to and including ovulation are higher - between 27-33,% and having sex multiple times during this time period - e.g. daily or multiple times a day - increases the probability of a sperm surviving to reach the ovum due to the increase in the overall amount of sperm in the vaginal canal. The 20% chance is nothing more than an average, and while averages are useful, they are only that - averages. Averages are just the mathematical values that have been adjusted to be less influenced by extremes and outliers (unlike using simply the mathematical mean itself, which is more heavily influenced by both.) There will always be people whose chances are below and above that average, and as such it's nothing more than a generalization. The chance of someone getting pregnant within six months is NOT static. It's HIGHLY variable depending upon multiple factors, e.g. Their partner's sperm count and the quality and motility *of* said sperm, whether or not they have a hostile uterus due to hormonal issues, endometriosis, adenomyosis, or uterine fibroids, whether or not they actually ovulate during their predicted fertile period as things like ovarian cysts and conditions like PCOS can affect this, as well as irregular menstrual cycles, the frequency of intercourse during their fertile period, how accurate their predicted fertile window is, fertility treatments, et. al. To suggest that the chance of pregnancy per ovulation is cumulative is just plain incorrect as that's just not how biology works. It's accurate in mathematics, yes, but not biology.
@absolutrumo
4 ай бұрын
No, the majority of mathematically literate people would not have made this mistake
@JakeDiMare
4 ай бұрын
@@jadedimage :) It's not how it works in mathematics either. The assumption that the probability of one event having anything to do with another is a classic misunderstanding. See the "gambler's fallacy".
@vadri
Жыл бұрын
Dear Huberman! I'm listening from Hungary. My english is not the best, but you speak so well and explain the things clearly that I can understand most of what you say (automatically generated captions are also very helpful). I always learn a lot from your podcasts and this episode was extremly helpful for me. Your enthusiasm for science and to share knowledge with others shines through every minute of your videos. Thank you very much for the valuable content!
@peterszilvasi752
Жыл бұрын
It is delighted to see that the words of Andrew Huberman were spreading into multiple countries. We live in a significant time in history when we can get any information at any time without any cost. Furthermore, it is so valuable that scientists (like Andrew and many others) digest, process and present the information in an easy-to-understand way. Éljen Andrew és éljen a költségmentes információ minenki számára!
@harrisonmorford3028
Жыл бұрын
In a world where it can be so difficult to get good information, it’s a blessing to have podcasts like Huberman Lab to turn to. Thank you for your contribution to the public Andrew!
@rahamh
Жыл бұрын
PLEASE do an episode on Women’s hormonal health issues like PCOS, insulin resistance, hashimotos and all!!! We women are tired of suffering and having so many conflicting opinions on these!!! Thank you Dr. Huberman!!
@Escalusfr
Жыл бұрын
If you experience any of those, maybe waiting for an episode isn't the best thing to do and maybe you should talk to your gyno about it
@tiryaclearsong421
Жыл бұрын
@@Escalusfr Those of us with health issues do have doctors we talk to. We just want some general best practices because different doctors frequently give different advice and it can be hard to personally figure out who is giving the best information. Dr. Huberman isn't an expert in the field but he's better than me and he tends to focus on up to date research and discuss everything from lifestyle changes to supplements.
@Escalusfr
Жыл бұрын
@@tiryaclearsong421 Yeah, I get that, but Pr Huberman isn't a gyno, so the best thing would be to find a reputable obgyn who actually reads new articles
@dodopson3211
Жыл бұрын
@@Escalusfr doctors are generally not equipped to dealing with those problems. For example my friend has endometriosis; she suffers, a lot. Been to many doctors by now, seriously thinking about a full hysterectomy just to maybe stop the pain. Huberman would probably have more helpful information about dealing with this stuff than any of the doctors she has visited.
@nikhatkarel8773
6 күн бұрын
All gynos do is ask to lose weight which is not enough as it is difficult to lose weight in pcod and even after losing good amount of weight it doesn't regularize period ..only thing that has helped me in my more than 12 yrs of fighting pcod is a carnivore diet which I didn't even do as religiously I just did it in between sometimes did allow myself to indulge on carbs still the diet helped me get pregnant after 8 yrs of trying and I had amazing pregnancy journey.however,😢 my baby passed away at birth due to medical negligence and malpractice but I still believe my dedication to exercising, getting the sun as huberman suggests and diet and prayers have been useful
@fiona7558
Жыл бұрын
A key indicator of intelligence is being able to absorb mass amounts of information and repeat that information to another person in a way that is easily understandable and digestible. So grateful for your podcasts, I am amazed every time how you take all of this information and present it to us in a way that is engaging and actionable for the average person.
@palomaserrano7642
Жыл бұрын
me too I am so amazed about his speech, how can he be so clear and speak so fluently about any subject. i admire this so much.,
@waveisocean
Жыл бұрын
Only Andrew Huberman can make me sit over 4 hours and have my attention only on one thing: his podcast. Very informative ! Thank you for all that you do, it is a great benefit to all if us!
@jimbohaddon
Жыл бұрын
Me and my Mrs had our first set of IVF treatment fail yesterday, so I've made notes and hopefully something will work. This is a incredible indepth video, so thanks for all your hard work for getting it out there.
@dyanimoriah
Жыл бұрын
I hope it goes well for you and the Mrs!!
@SLIM_DICKINSON
Жыл бұрын
I listen to huberman podcasts while exercising every morning to gain knowledge while improving my physical health.
@crystalgreco5699
Жыл бұрын
Me too!!! Neuroplasticity!! 💚
@labsanta
Жыл бұрын
Takeaways: -Fertilization: The process by which sperm and egg cells come together to form an embryo. -Menstrual cycle: The process in females that prepares the egg for fertilization and leads to the shedding of the uterus lining if fertilization does not occur. -Spermatogenesis: The process of how sperm cells are produced. -Embryogenesis: The development of the embryo after fertilization. -Fertility: The ability to conceive a child. -Hormones: Chemical messengers that play a key role in the onset of puberty, the menstrual cycle, and the production of hormones in the gonads. -GnRH: A hormone that activates cells in the pituitary gland, leading to the release of LH and FSH. -LH and FSH: Hormones that travel in the blood and affect the gonads, leading to the production of estrogen and testosterone in females and males respectively. -Sexual differentiation: The development of female and male genitalia. -Factors that affect fertility: Science-based tools, prescription drugs, acupuncture, and the presence of certain scents and odors. -Hormones effects on cells and tissues: Different hormones can have different effects on different cells and tissues, such as testosterone stimulating hair growth and estrogen enlarging breast tissue. -Ovulatory menstrual cycle: Triggered by FSH and to some extent luteinizing hormone. -Medical conditions that affect the menstrual cycle: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). -Understanding the biology of fertility and fertilization can help couples facing infertility issues. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized recommendations Sperm Survival and Fertilization -sperm survival after ejaculation, timing of intercourse for successful fertilization, sperm quality and concentration in ejaculate, optimal strategy for fertilization -Sperm can survive for a certain period of time after ejaculation, and couples should aim to have intercourse with ejaculation around the time of ovulation to increase the chances of fertilization. Ejaculate contains varying levels of sperm quality and concentration, and with each successive ejaculation, there is a decrease in the concentration of sperm per milliliter of semen. The optimal strategy for fertilization involves maximizing the concentration of healthy sperm within each ejaculate and timing intercourse around the day of ovulation. Factors such as the woman's age, health, and fertility also play a role in determining the best timing for intercourse. Cumulative Pregnancy Rate -probability of conception, cumulative pregnancy rate, independent probabilities, fecundability -The probability of conceiving in one month is around 20% for women under 30 years old, but independent probabilities do not apply to fecundability as it is a cumulative pregnancy rate. Fertilization is not just about the egg, but also the sperm and multiple probability events are at play. The likelihood of pregnancy depends on the independent probabilities of the sperm and egg meeting and fertilizing. Women under 30 should try to conceive naturally for at least five or six months before seeing an OB GYN, and older women may need to try for longer periods before seeking help. It is important to understand the concept of cumulative pregnancy rate to understand the process of fertilization and the likelihood of getting pregnant. AMH and AFC -AMH, antral follicles, ovaries, age, probability of successful fertilization and pregnancy -AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone) is a structural imaging measure of the antral follicles in the ovaries. The typical trend is for the number of antral follicles to decline over time. A woman in her 20s or 30s might have 20-40 antral follicles exiting the reserve each month, and the number of antral follicles and the levels of AMH will decline with age. It is a good idea for women interested in conceiving in the future to get their AMH levels or follicle count measured regularly. The earlier and more frequently a woman measures her AMH and follicle count, the higher the probability of successful fertilization and pregnancy. Intermittent Fasting Ovulation and Hormone Administration In-vitro Fertilization (IVF) -Egg and Follicle Collection -Sperm Collection and Washing -Embryo Creation and Implantation -ICSI and Embryo Selection -Sex Selection Cannabis Use and Fertility Behavioral Interventions and Fertility Acupuncture and Fertility Nutritional Supplements for Fertility -Coenzyme Q10 -Inositol -Myoinositol -D-chiro Inositol -Folic Acid -Vitamin D -Zinc -Selenium -Omega-3 Fatty Acids -Antioxidants Stress Management and Fertility Zinc and Male Fertility -Food Sources of Zinc -Dosage and Supplementation Recommendations Intermittent fasting is a dieting pattern where an individual alternates between periods of eating and fasting. It's important to consider whether or not you are overweight or lean when determining if intermittent fasting is right for you. Ovulation can be suppressed through the administration of exogenous hormones. Under ultrasound guidance, an OB GYN can collect mature eggs and follicles and put them in a dish. Sperm can be delivered to the dish, either frozen sperm or live sperm collected that day. The sperm are washed through a straightforward procedure. The sperm compete for the eggs and fertilize them, allowing them to advance to the early embryo stage. The embryos can be frozen and later implanted into a woman for full term pregnancy. In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a medical procedure that involves collecting eggs from a woman and sperm from a man, fertilizing the eggs in a laboratory, and then implanting the resulting embryos in the woman's uterus. A specific sperm can be selected for fertilization through a process called ICSI. Multiple fertilized embryos can be obtained through this process. The genetic makeup and karyotype of the embryos can be examined, allowing for sex selection. Sex selection is only possible through IVF. Recent research suggests that sex selection is also possible at the sperm level before fertilization. Clinics outside of the United States have developed methods to separate sperm into fractions that give rise to male or female offspring, allowing for more reliable sex selection. Cannabis use can negatively impact egg and sperm quality. Avoid using cannabis, whether smoked or vaped, when trying to conceive or during pregnancy. Behavioral interventions, such as pelvic tilt, can improve fertility. Acupuncture is a proven effective treatment for improving fertility and pregnancy outcomes. It has been shown to be effective in clinical trials funded by government agencies such as the National Institutes of Health. Acupuncture is no longer considered fringe science. Acupuncture can also be beneficial for hormone status, stress relief, and chronic illnesses. Acupuncture works by stimulating neural pathways that link different organs of the body. Nutritional supplements such as Coenzyme Q10, Inositol, Myoinositol, D-chiro Inositol, Folic acid, Vitamin D, Zinc, Selenium, Omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants can improve egg and sperm quality and overall reproductive health for both men and women. Stress management can improve overall reproductive health and increase chances of conception by reducing stress levels and improving overall well-being. Zinc is a key nutrient for males to consider in terms of increasing fertility. Zinc can be found in foods such as oysters and can increase testosterone and dihydrotestosterone levels. A dosage of 120 milligrams of zinc twice per day with meals is recommended for maximum benefit. Zinc supplementation should be done with meals to avoid stomach discomfort. -It is important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized recommendations
@mobicomplex
Жыл бұрын
Wow thx for this!
@electrodynamicorb6548
Жыл бұрын
🤮
@secretcinemalagos5662
Жыл бұрын
thanks
@GauravKetkar08
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@dtviff45
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! his videos are just ridiculously long 😅
@oneofmany7051
Жыл бұрын
Wow! Nearly 4.5 HOURS?! This much be a pretty comprehensive conversation on the topic. Looking forward to it!
@hellyeah_ellajane
Жыл бұрын
I hope he’s drinking plenty of lemon/honey tea. I’d be so hoarse if I talked for so many hours!
@coribanane2305
Жыл бұрын
Thank you from Germany to Prof. Huberman! Your podcasts are outstanding! Thank you for your expertise for everyone! Best wishes, Franziska 🙋🏼♀️
@nicih9251
Жыл бұрын
A fellow Neuro fan from Germany jippie! 🎉
@krishmore9739
Жыл бұрын
Hey,Andrew, If you are reading this, please keep reading. Please don't skip. It's a request. You are the most wonderful human being running the most wonderful podcast ❤️ . I just want to tell you that till date you haven't covered a single podcast for STUDENTS(even if you are a professor,no pun intended 😃.) I just want you to know that you should cover a whole podcast for students because you know we sometimes have a lot of issues regarding our studying. I have listened to many podcasts of you on other podcasts also (when you where a guest on other), but no one asked you a question about a student life. There are a few questions that I think every student will find helpful if they get an answer from you. I am sure there is a lot of literature out there regarding optimization of studying specifically. Here are some questions that I think you should answer if possible through a podcast 1. How students can enable themselves to study long hours such as 9 to 10 hours or 11 to 12 if needed. 2. How to be focused during all those study hours and how to not get fatigued while studying. 3. Your thoughts on the famous Pomodoro technique and studying for long without a single break. 4. How workouts or meditation might affect student performance and which workouts to follow specifically for students ( you can even ask Andy Galpin 🥲, I love that guy ). 5. How to reduce stress which causes because of constant studying, and also during exams. 6. And please give some protocols and some tools on optimizing studying (recommended by you and by science of course),with Food and Supplements ( if needed ) for better performance as a student who wants to study whole day for some intense period like 3 to 4 months or as needed. ( not trying to be selfish, but yeah, it's ok I guess 😉) So, Andrew If you have read this until now then I genuinely request you from the bottom of my heart to please record this podcast and to please reply to this comment and I am eagerly waiting for you to reply, also If you decide to do a podcast ( which I think you will ) please release that before 30 days or so from today because I have my most important exam in 3 to 4 months from now so if you release it in Feb, I will be very delighted. Thanks 😊 🫂 🙏 - A request from a student to a professor. Hope you don't ignore this.
@mehanatking2635
Жыл бұрын
I think it's a really good idea
@krushnarajmore9077
Жыл бұрын
Hope he reply
@mehanatking
Жыл бұрын
It will be interesting podcast
@krishmore9739
Жыл бұрын
@@mehanatking2635 yeah, it is
@krishmore9739
Жыл бұрын
Hey Andrew will you make it ?
@jaichintu6758
Жыл бұрын
4 Hours ❤. It’s Huberman and chill.
@everything-ri7fq
Жыл бұрын
Wow😂😂
@crazymovie7759
Жыл бұрын
Netflix and chill😂
@caromartinezo
Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@olgaw1620
Жыл бұрын
♥️😂
@w.w.w.n
Жыл бұрын
Is it just me or the amazing Huberman podcasts are getting longer (4hours+!), earlier and more frequent👏 but HOW do you do all these ..
@CharlotteFairchild
Жыл бұрын
The complex beginning of life is not a 30 minute discourse. I could lecture for 4 hours of the complications causing infertility, and I am a retired chaplain who is a citizen scientist.
@em4227
Жыл бұрын
Well all of this seems to be maybe like just too much information how could you live your life that way life is supposed to be enjoyed and live not analyze at every single moment and molecule😱
@Jake-kw1py
Жыл бұрын
I prefer Huberman's long-form topics.
@tessadargis170
Жыл бұрын
This is so interesting! I’d love an episode about humans first food- breast milk and how it aids in neurocognitive development. Thank you as always, Andrew!
@dubbahco
Жыл бұрын
00:00:00 - Maximizing fertility: The science and tools 00:04:37 - Sponsors: Maui NUI Meats 00:05:57 - How to Get a Great Night's Sleep 00:07:11 - Huberman Lab: Momentous Supplements 00:08:20 - Fertility and the germline 00:13:27 - Fertility and reproduction, from conception to fertilization 00:18:27 - The biology of fertility and fertilization 00:19:49 - The causes and physics of puberty 00:23:01 - The onset of puberty and its causes 00:24:44 - The onset of puberty has been accelerating 00:28:43 - Pheromone effects on the onset of puberty 00:35:25 - Athletic Greens 00:36:24 - Ovulation and the Cycle 00:39:18 - The menstrual cycle and the lunar cycle 00:40:36 - Ovulatory cycle 6, The follicular phase 00:51:59 - Ovulatory cycle 6, The luteal phase 00:59:08 - Malaise during the menstrual cycle 01:03:00 - Sperm Health 01:04:18 - Spermatogenesis, the generation of sperm 01:13:29 - If You're Trying to conceive in the Next 90 Days, Avoid 01:15:04 - Boxers vs Briefs 01:17:19 - Spermatogenesis 1, Introduction 01:22:31 - Vasectomies 01:24:04 - Sperm physiology, morphology, physiology 01:27:30 - How often should I have intercourse with my wife? 01:28:28 - Problems of spermatogenesis in males 01:36:16 - Probability of fertilization in a human pregnancy 01:41:12 - Sperm counts decline 01:44:12 - Fertility 6, Quality of sperm and frequency of ejaculation 01:46:45 - How Often Should Couples Have Sex? 01:52:15 - Can You Feel Your Ovulation? 01:53:21 - How to predict when you'll ovulate 01:54:35 - How to manage libido before ovulation and sperm health 01:56:39 - Choosing the optimal methods for conceiving a child 01:59:50 - How long should a couple try to conceive? 02:08:08 - Miscarriage 6, Women's experiences 02:11:14 - Ovarian fertility and fecundability 02:23:08 - Sperm Analysis, importance and cost 02:28:59 - How to Get Enough Sleep to Be Fertilized 02:31:12 - Five Don'ts to Do to Hurt Your Fertility 02:36:04 - Binge Drinking and fertility 02:41:46 - Alcohol and sexual health 02:44:02 - Viral Infection during pregnancy 02:45:44 - Cystic fibrosis affects the sperm 02:47:33 - 5 Tips for Increasing Your Fertility 02:51:18 - Does Phone Use Affect My Sperm? 02:59:02 - Cold Exposure for Fertilizer 03:05:27 - Fertility 6, Exercise and stress 03:07:20 - Intermittent Fasting and Time Restricted Feeding 03:09:13 - Intermittent Fasting During Pregnancy 03:11:46 - Is Intermittent Fasting Bad for Spermatogenesis 03:14:30 - Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) and How to Help Your 03:24:07 - In vitro fertilization and sex selection 03:32:08 - Do pelvic positions affect the likelihood of pregnancy? 03:39:08 - Are cannabis users Aphrodisiacs? 03:41:12 - How to Improve Your Fertility? 03:49:09 - 3 ways to maximize your fertility 03:53:52 - Coenzyme Q 10 03:56:02 - Fertility Supplements 04:00:57 - Omega 3 fatty acids 04:03:47 - Two Options for Boosting Testosterone in Men and Women 04:05:37 - How to Increase Testosterone and FSH? Sheila Gee 04:09:45 - Fertility 6, Zinc 04:12:53 - Fertility drugs, pharmacology and surgery 04:17:40 - The Human Reproductive Axis 04:20:27 - Huberman Lab Podcast Timestamps by Clippah
@aarrynz9721
Жыл бұрын
You dropped this 👑
@dubbahco
Жыл бұрын
@@aarrynz9721 🥰
@turvus2
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sincerely my man
@Wiseman478
Жыл бұрын
Omg thank you for this , I can't hold my attention span for 4hrs
@lf9838
Жыл бұрын
Thank you !
@Seabeams
Жыл бұрын
59:08 Thank you SO MUCH for discussing the malaise that’s associated with the mid to second half of the luteal phase of the ovulatory menstrual cycle. I’ve gone decades thinking I’m just a terrible person who starts projects with high energy and then suddenly gets lazy at intervals for no apparent reason, and no amount of blaming and berating myself changes the pervasive feeling like I don’t want to do anything some days of the month. I’ve learned to just plod along and adjust my activities to more mundane work and make up for it when energy levels are higher. Was about to skip this episode - no plans for having kids - but am glad I listened to the intro and then all throughout the discussion of the female reproductive cycle, this information is better than any lecture I recall in school or cycle-tracking app I’ve seen. Thank you, thank you.
@11Tashi
Жыл бұрын
It might be worth you checking out Mindy Pelz, who specialises in the menstrual cycle and safe fasting methods for women. She talks in detail about different phases of the cycle and the associated moods/feelings, healthy foods to eat, when to fast vs when not to etc. I've found her stuff really helpful so far, although still early days! Hope this helps in some way.
@jpintero6330
Жыл бұрын
Inositol and choline restored my daughters' cycle after months of 45 days or more. We never eat any choline foods and started taking Biosil twice daily and eating 350 grams cantaloupe every day. The results was astonishing and she is back to 29 day cycles. Her skin cleared up completely too.
@ЖивкоМ.Ленков
Жыл бұрын
The best podcast in the world. I also have a question for the folks watching it - is there any podcast that makes you feel such a productive person than this one ? For me there isn`t. Watching something, whatever it is, often is associated with procrastination, but this one right here is like reading a book, or developing a skill. Keep up the good work Dr. Huberman, you and your team, standing behind that are amazing.
@skyfever111
Жыл бұрын
i'm a medical doctor and this video will be forwarded to many of my students
@christianaphoumivongdhiman7930
Жыл бұрын
Your content is priceless...just to be able to receive such concise, science based information presented in such a way that a layperson can comprehend is incredible, a service to society. Thank you!
@trudels1130
Жыл бұрын
Deserves a spot on the Top5 Huberman episodes list 🙌🏽 Thanks Doc.
@_notsaf
Жыл бұрын
As someone who has studied this topic extensively, I am amazed to find that there were so many gaps in my knowledge about the process, that all were made clear with your amazing research Amazing episode. Thank you
@CMEConquerVids
6 ай бұрын
Watched the whole episode (on regular speed too (I’m typically a 1.5X viewer)). Took me over a month to get through it all in a way I could digest and retain the info. Well worth it. What a great service being provided here. Thank you so much.
@magdanieniewska2687
Жыл бұрын
I'm addicted to this podcast 😎 I listen to it whenever and whereever I can. Thank you for this continuous flow of high-quality knowledge 🙏
@HeatherRoussel
Жыл бұрын
Great podcast. After going through my own journey with fertility issues, I completely agree with the statement said about wishing I had done things sooner. I was diagnosed with unexplained infertility after trying for 2 years to become pregnant naturally. After 4 failed IUIs, I was able to conceive after my first round of IVF. I researched everything under the sun during that time. My husband and I took many of the mentioned supplements to improve our success (and even a few additional more targeted to IVF success). We are now beginning a second round of IVF and I really enjoyed the podcast to refresh on the subject. Two books that I found incredibly helpful that may be a help to others - (1) on egg quality and focus on supplements/environmental factors: It Starts With The Egg by Rebecca Fett, and (2) on the role of inflammation, it's impact on fertility, and immunotherapy to improve conception success: Is Your Body Baby Friendly? by Alan Beer. Looking forward to a future podcast on ART and IVF.
@kimrodriguez5946
Жыл бұрын
Hi there! My daughter had recently had a failed IVF with two miscarriages as well. She is discouraged and ready to give up. Would you have any suggestions? She is healthy and 32. Thanks!
@pameladeniselong
Жыл бұрын
I’ve not heard anyone describe the menstrual cycle as a “beautifully orchestrated process,” but it certainly is. The human body and physiology(male & female) are absolute phenoms of nature.
@scarletlady3727
Жыл бұрын
I love that he described it that way too!!!
@consciouspreconception334
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for using your platform to address this. Male Factor Infertility is on the rise - worldwide. And I love how you emphasize vitality through increasing fertility -even if a person doesn't want to have children.
@SaraLim
Жыл бұрын
One caveat that I don’t think was discussed is that measuring AMH for women with PCOS is basically useless because the numbers are unusually high without necessarily signaling higher fertility (and may sometimes signal the opposite)
@DorotaBielecka-qd3pb
Жыл бұрын
Dear Andrew, It's amazing that I can sit on a couch in Poland, a country some 9,500 km away from you. I smile at the screen and take notes, even though I'm a long time graduate, thank you! People read gossip magazines in their spare time, and I'm learning from you.
@CABrooks4283
Жыл бұрын
As someone who has used IVF to conceive (mainly male factor, but also egg quality issues), I found this episode really interesting in terms of supplements. The infertility world seems to revolve around the supplements recommended in "It Starts with the Egg" by Rebecca Fett when it comes to egg quality. The list included in that book and the supplements discussed here are quite different with the only overlap being COQ10 and myo-inositol. I also have an acupuncturist who recommends supplements (mostly based on the book) and also includes some herbs. I had never heard of using l-carnitine from her or my RE or my OBGYN. Really interesting stuff that I will definitely check out before going into round 3 for a sibling!
@viktoriastable2714
Жыл бұрын
Prof. Huberman, thank you for another amazing episode, for the wealth of information, the level of depth and nuances discussed, and the manner in which you're presenting it - you can make anyone listen even to the most complex or boring subject! Thank you! If you're planning future episodes on this topic, I would love it if you go deep into Bioidential Hormonal Replacement Therapy for women. 1) Types of BHRT - What are different types of BHRT, and what are the potential long-term side effects from different forms of BHRT - oral vs. transdermal vs. vaginal, vs. sublingual, vs. pellets, other? - T.S.Wiley protocol of BHRT - controversial among medical circles but makes sense as it tries to mimic the fluctuating levels of hormones in a normal cycle (rather than constant setady dose of hormones on standart HRT) - BHRT for young women (20+ years of BHRT) vs. BHRT for menopausal women (much shorter treatment window). Currently there is one standard treatment for all. 2) Hormonal Testing on BHRT - When you are on BHRT, what is the best way to test your hormonal levels - blood tests, vs. 24-urine test (DUTCH test), other? - When is the best time to do the tests if you're on BHRT and therefore on a steady (same) dose of hormones (example: estradiol twice a week, and progesterone 12 days a month)? Does it make sense to test progesterone levels on the days you're off your progesterone supplementation for instance? - Does it make sense to test the FSH if on BHRT, and will that give you a clue whether your hormonal levels are sufficient? 3) Optimal hormonal levels - How do you know if your hormones are optimal, when you are on BHRT? - What are optimal hormonal levels for your age, and when you are on BHRT? Reference ranges given by labs are so wide even within a cycle phase (Follicular vs. Luteal) that it is impossible to determine what is optimal. Most doctors will even refuse to test your hormones because according to them, if you are on HRT, we know your levels. That does not take into account however, the fact that HRT was designed for menopausal women, and if you are a young patient you may not get the optimal doses. 4) The different types of estrogen (estradiol, estriol, estrone) and how estrogen gets metabolized in the body - OH2 pathway, vs. OH8 pathway vs. OH16 pathway and how to fix suboptiaml metabolism? 5) In case of POI or loss of ovarian function, the standard HRT is estrogen + progesterone. However, other hormones are certainly impacted as the ovaries produce testosterone as well. What other hormones need to be tested and monitored in these cases? 6) As a subtopic, if possible, I would like to hear an expert talking about Premature Ovarian Insufficiency in which case, you have no choice but to be on HRT for 30+ years (if you're diagnosed in your teens). This is very different from being on HRT when you hit menopause. There is very little research that I could find, concerning young girls with POI. They are being treated like women in menopause. However, I believe that the levels of estrogens and progesterone they need when they are in their 20s and 30s is way higher than the level of estrogen/progesterone women in their 50s need. I have heard from Dr. Sinclair and others anecdotal evidence that NMN supplentation can restore menstrual function? How does that compute with the theory that women are born with limited amount of eggs? Do you know of any human studies on NMN and ovarian function? Apologies for the long list of questions, and thank you for your time!!
@zenrir640
Жыл бұрын
Do an episode on long fasting and cancer treatment with Dr. Ernesto Prieto Gratacós plsss
@xelaklement3367
10 ай бұрын
4 hours omg we are BLESSED 😭 Thank you so much!!!
@Lefty1x
Жыл бұрын
28 year old male, watching to learn more as my wife and I have been trying for a child for a while now. Done test and verified to be ok, just hoping to learn more with this video! Thank you in advance
@ShakeiraMacLean
11 ай бұрын
Hello Dr. Huberman! I wanted to thank you for all this info. Having two miscarriages in the past, I listened to this episode at the beginning of the year and my husband and I implemented many of the recommendations. We’re now happily pregnant! Thanks for always sharing such up to date and valuable science and research with us! ❤️ (He is also now back to his much-loved sauna protocol now that his guys have done their job 😆)
@J1997-j7x
3 ай бұрын
Did everything go well? Planing to implement some of the recommendations myself!
@adelaideo7417
Жыл бұрын
4 hours?! You are amazing. Thanks for taking the time to make this!!!
@ut100c
Жыл бұрын
I know it is not a proper video but I have questions 1)Is there any good place where one can discuss and get advice from peeps like you on their problems of psychology and neurobiology as some simply cannot afford a doctor 2)I watched two of your video, 1st one was about fat burn and second on ADHD,the one with of adhd helped me a lot in understanding my own condition Like for example I was addicted to table suger,I often do stuffs fidgeting and I have almost all the symptoms of adhd that you mentioned,I have never been diagnosed and will surely not be in future because of my financial issue (Lol,I am from India and here 1st thing is avarage income is very low and and 2nd doctors are just way more expensive that one can afford ,I almost do self medication but brain is such a field where I will not) 3)Make a video on how exercise helps in focus of people with adhd or one without 4)Last request do a podcast with anyone in your field from India if you know them on topics which is specific to indian region Sorry I am not god at English so currently
@claudiapastorahdez6177
Жыл бұрын
We are hoping for a miracle (following all these strategies) for the next 2 months and starting ivf in September. I know with my age, 38 even though I have good reserve other factors like endometriosis make it harder on top of the age.
@jennymcculloch5573
Жыл бұрын
As a specialist teacher, I am mystified when I hear classroom sex education discussions as none that I have heard ever mention the clitoris, including talks run by medical professionals. The clitoris is an ORGAN that gives females pleasure and when it becomes aroused causes creativity and lubrication for intercourse making sperm easier to reach the egg. I must mention that most discussions I have heard are about the mutilation of this organ, but once quite recently I heard two female surgeons talking on PBS weekly news about their work to surgically repair the clitoris damaged in pelvic operations. They showed diagrams of the clitoris and I was surprised by the shape and size. The surgeon's clients wanted a better quality of life. I apologize for getting off track, but I would like to more hear about the value of the clitoris organ in all discussions about the mechanisms and processes of fertility and conception.
@christineb6975
9 ай бұрын
This is so helpful, I had no interest in learning about this in high school but now that I am 40 and trying to conceive, it is so interesting! Thank you so much. You’re reaching so many more than you know!
@adventuresoffrankieandcharlie
Жыл бұрын
Made me feel 10x better about my miscarriage and gave me hope to keep trying. Thanks DR. Huberman!
@jaygeeh
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to put together this fantastic resource. This is a topic that’s very close to my heart, and this episode is by far the most comprehensive overview of fertility that I’ve found. I’m looking forward to your future episode about embryonic development - I’d love to see you discuss chemical pregnancies and recurrent pregnancy loss.
@niharikatomar6403
Жыл бұрын
Your podcasts are absolutely amazing. Please do a podcast on how to sustain a pregancy - the dos and donts.
@cyclist5000
Жыл бұрын
Looks like my joke about a 5 hour video is coming close to backfiring 🤣 Always good info though!
@the_chrome
Жыл бұрын
Adding the odd image here and there to illustrate the concept while Dr. Huberman speaks would greatly help the understanding for some
@sam_samiam
Жыл бұрын
I'm very keen for a lunar cycle episode!! 🌚🖤
@simpleman7203
Жыл бұрын
Andrew is a beast! Such a valuable content. Changing the game and raising the bar consistently. We hear about overpopulation, but more than likely we might face or even already facing underpopulation crisis and I know some couples that struggle with conceiving. Also, pretty sure fertility health simply cannot be not linked with general health.
@JadesFitnessBucketList
Жыл бұрын
ive been waiting for so long for this episode to drop! over 4 hours of pure gold 😍😍😍😍
@richier8898
Жыл бұрын
Is there a summary. It's interesting but, it's pretty long for me . Thank you for covering this topic.
@hubertgrupinski7747
Жыл бұрын
Hi Professor! Not sure if was mentioned above but regarding sex determination - in Buddhism tradition it is all about desire and reincarnation. Particular being, just before incarnating into next, human entity, somehow observe their future parents during intercourse. When the sexual arousal during the act itself is bigger in woman, reincarnated being will become man, whereas if bigger in man, parents can expect daughter. Not perfectly scientifically described, that for sure, but as you've mentioned Aristotle, Buddhist explanation can be mentioned as well I think :D. Best regards and eternal thanks to you for all Huberman Lab content!
@GG-jj3hw
Жыл бұрын
I would like analysis of women's reproductive cycle on life, health and optimal performance. Which hormones and how, interfere with our exercise, emotions, focus and concentration during female reproductive life, and in menopause. What happens in menopause and how menopause impacts health of bones, musculature, vascular system and mental health.
@jmg810
Жыл бұрын
Yay!!!!! In anticipation I’ve been telling everybody who will listen to me to keep a lookout for this lecture! I am so excited! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
@maggyfrog
Жыл бұрын
hands down one of the best reasons to ever be online these days. great podcast ☕
@SalitosInside
Жыл бұрын
Suggestion: have you ever thought about doing an episode on top 10 health/performance related studies of 2022? Or similar episodes where you cover studies/ literature reviews that yield actionable advice? It would be like an online journal club.
@retro-ronin
Жыл бұрын
Babe, wake up, new Huberman Lab Podcast episode just dropped.
@pyt395
Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the time you spent on this. One request: could you include visuals as well? Helps a lot in these kinds of discussion!
@crystalgreco5699
Жыл бұрын
Best health podcast ever, always learn from you Dr. H
@gamersunite5923
Жыл бұрын
I've been watching your podcasts for a few months now, and by far the biggest takeaway from everything I've heard is that our body is almost impossibly complexed and sophisticated, it's brilliant, and I regret not taking biology seriously and learning more tbh. I am learning now though, so thank you so much for opening my eyes!
@henryg3702
Жыл бұрын
Does he mention varoccele in this episode?
@botanicalbecca8443
Жыл бұрын
Anyone wanting to do an extension on this awesome deep dive, check out Dr. Shanna Swan's book, Countdown. Excellent info about the dramatic drop in sperm count & quality over the years. I have some theories as a mama of four (and an herbalist) who didn't plan on having any children when I was growing up. My husband and I are both 36 and deeply cherish all our "happy accidents" as we witness so many of our peers struggle with fertility and pregnancy losses. 💔 Tough topic. This episode is so appreciated, sir! You are a rare gift to this world. Thank you.
@botanicalbecca8443
Жыл бұрын
Women who want more info on the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding, check out doc and midwife, Avivva Romm. She's got several excellent books.
@nancer2279
Жыл бұрын
@@botanicalbecca8443 I love Aviva Romm
@emmmab521
Жыл бұрын
I think it’s important to point out the cost of freezing your eggs. It is typically between $10K - $14K. Most millennial women don’t have that kind of cash. While it may be an advisable procedure, it is out of reach for the overwhelming majority.
@shannonsampson3267
Жыл бұрын
I have a longer follicular phase and a shorter luteal phase. I also conceived on the first try 80% of the time. I have 8 children. 4 in my 20s and 4 in my 30s. I had a loss in my 20s and none in my 30s. I'm 39 now and hoping for more babies. My AMH levels are still great.
@AprilLeonardo-z2b
Жыл бұрын
Is it ok to take all of the recommended supplements in your podcast? Or are there interactions among them?
@KillerKistal
Жыл бұрын
Sir, to go through this…is like the best lecture ever. You are a pure inspirational beast.
@mpmp9502
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Dr Huberman for this explicit episode on fertility.
@78fmoreno
Жыл бұрын
I don’t remember where I learnt this but I always thought that male, “Y” sperm was supposed to be quicker but weak compared to women, “X” sperm. So the distance traveled by the egg relative to the fallopian tube had something to do with the offspring sex. I didn’t heard anything about it here, so I guess that was a fallacy…
@MrPhatcat98
Жыл бұрын
You truly are the highest quality educator that I know. I appreciate the depth of research and coherent presentation! My wife and I are trying to conceive and will try some of the behavioral and dietary changes.
@vanya0117
8 ай бұрын
Hello - lovely session. It would be good to have an episode on more iVF focus as there is always more focus on the female side when it comes to fertility and not so much is in depth spoken on the different issues on the male side. Thank you
@user-ng8me7dh2e
Жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this topic, thank you. You are such a blessing for this world. Thank you for keeping this information free and accessible.
@mishguna7
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to watching this! Such a great topic!
@reubenroche3586
Жыл бұрын
One request for future topic is the efficacy/uses/benefits of Accupuncture. I have friends that insist there is no science behind it & that's it's only "woo" science.
@consciouspreconception334
Жыл бұрын
If you go into PubMed - you'll find the research. But some people are just skeptical no matter what evidence you provide them. Chinese Medicine has been around for over 5,000 years. Modern Medicine for only 150. There is a reason why Traditional Chinese Medicine has survived for eons - it works!
@lauravl7989
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Andrew Huberman for making this podcast. I’m a huge fan! As an addition to this podcast, it might be interesting to invite Norbert Gleicher from the center of human reproduction in New York. He specialized in fertility, and with a particular focus on androgens in women and immunology. Very interesting speaker!
@torihumphries8827
Жыл бұрын
I would be very interested in, and patiently waiting for an episode about pcos, hormone changes in the body, and ways to regulate periods(for those of us who are irregular) and symptoms of pcos such as belly fat and insulin resistance through behaviors and/or supplements. Also how it interacts with fertility and longevity of eggs.
@smashley20604
Жыл бұрын
Hi, after listening to this episode I have a question! I occasionally take hemp oil (full spectrum cannabinoids) to help with anxiety. Can you speak briefly to if Hemp Oil has any negative affection on Female fertility when trying to conceive? Also this hemp oil is Hemp Flower Extract, does not contain CBD or psychoactive, and less than 0.3% THC for absorption of the cannabinoids. Thank you so much!!!!!
@lydiakay8971
Жыл бұрын
When planning my family in the 90s I purchased a book which suggested Y sperm swam faster but lived shorter and X sperm swam slower and lived longer. I followed the method suggested and produced the son and daughter which was my ideal family. Sorry I haven’t details of the author as I lent it to my friend who also produced a daughter to complete her family after having two sons!! . Keep up the good work I’m learning so much. 🇬🇧
@luketagliatelle2906
Жыл бұрын
4 hours of outstanding information
@markoxier
Жыл бұрын
Huberman, thank you for explaining the effect of testicular temperature on fertility! The short term effects sound clear, but what about the long term or permanent effects? Can we be confident that regular sauna use will not have a negative impact on fertility years down the road, assuming that we stop when we are ready to have children? Thank you.
@ybigirl
Жыл бұрын
Traditional Chinese Medical practitioners (L.Acs) would disagree with the comments regarding cycle length, long or short is indicative of health imbalance. I experienced having my cycle changed by ONE set of needles as a 30 y/o. I did not ask for this, as I went in for stress and anger issues, but later it was explained to me that my 36 day cycle was unhealthy. IMHO, it would be an interesting interview to discuss the differences in Western ideas of balance and health vs Eastern. Much of Eastern thought relates to fertility, since this is indicative of health.
@juliettezea9507
Жыл бұрын
Acupuncture?
@ybigirl
Жыл бұрын
@@juliettezea9507 yes, acupuncture is amazing when you have a well trained tcm practitioner.
@kelleylinn143
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for using correct terminologies here with the words male /female, mother /father. If you had started using “birthing person” and all that nonsense I would’ve been sorely disappointed and stopped listening.
@AliciaHedrick-eo2ts
Жыл бұрын
I would love to hear a discussion on the validity of the Shettles Method/Theory regarding gender and the respective viability and motility of X vs Y sperm. Not necessarily as a reliable basis for gender swaying in fertility, but just to explore the biological function of the different cells. Furthermore, while this podcast is directed towards the maximization of fertility and conception, I would love to hear discussion regarding using this knowledge to the opposite effect. Obviously, the employment of birth control methods is the best practice is the best in preventing pregnancy, but from a scientific, natural, biological point of view, I would love to hear this discussed, perhaps in the future episode with the OBGYN? I was pleased to hear the discussion surrounding the collection and analysis of BBT and cervical fluid, but it would be interesting to dig deeper into that.
@lenasammut
Жыл бұрын
First of all I'd like to express my sincere gratitude for sharing your wealth of knowledge with the world - people like you restore my faith in humanity! Secondly I'm curious to know about the effect of caffeine on fertility and pregnancy. Thanks again!
@theshushubird
Жыл бұрын
Does eating creates adenosine?? I am alert and sharp, but once I eat a LARGE lunch, I will surely feel sleepy and be able to sleep much (not nap) in the daytime. What is the mechanism for eating on adenosine (or any other neurotransmitter - associated to sleep)?? I assume it works on a continuum. Meaning the more you eat, the more adenosine is created in the brain? While the lesser you eat, the less adenosine/sleepiness is created in the brain.
@rosem7042
Жыл бұрын
I think you're thinking of serotonin... bliss and stillness be with you.
@robynjohnson8743
Жыл бұрын
Wondering why you didn't mention nmn in the supplement section, since it's thought to postpone menopause and improve egg quality. Thank you for working so hard to share your knowledge with us. Really appreciate your videos.
@kimdecarie8983
Жыл бұрын
Great episode! Two questions: 1/What is your opinion on the impact of caffeine on sperm production? 2/Could you share the studies you have seen regarding the impact of alcohol on sperm? Thank you!
@kegs
Жыл бұрын
Hey Dr. Huberman, thanks for another great podcast. About the lunar/menstrual cycle relationship, there is a study (doi: 101126/sciadv.abe1358) that believes nocturnal light levels to play a role in the menstruation cycle. Women who lived in the city were less likely to 'sync' their periods to the moon. The findings were not causal but I believe it is worth mentioning because of how often light is talked about on this podcast. Thanks for spreading the knowledge, I often listen during my daily runs
@uneloutreaparis7669
Жыл бұрын
Is that the study from University of Würzburg? Because I am aware that quite recently there was a study regarding this topic
@kegs
Жыл бұрын
@@uneloutreaparis7669 yes it was published in science advances
@laurabilazarian8617
9 ай бұрын
Andrew, super fan, changed my life. One thing: you mention links to papers about the negative effects on fertility of smoking nicotine and cannabis. I went to your site and couldn't find that link as it relates to female fertility. I did a search but couldn't find much. Can you point me to the papers linking cannabis smoking and/or THC to negative female fertility outcomes? I did an "I told you so" with a friend based on your comments around 2:30 and later in the episode but now I can't find papers to back it up.
@5alphaparticles
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Would have been even better had Andrew discussed 1) maternal spindle transfer/pronuclear transfer and 2) parthenogenesis
@IsabelleTamm
Жыл бұрын
Something I recently learned about ovulation that blew my mind is that the ovary releases the egg into the peritoneal space which is basically the cavity in between the surrounding organs. Before this happens however, the follicle containing the chosen egg releases chemicals that signal one of the fallopian tubes (so it can technically be the fallopian tube associated with the opposite ovary especially in someone who's had one of their fallopian tubes removed) to travel towards and surround the follicle. Once released, the end of the fallopian tube sweeps over the follicle collecting the egg, using tiny feather/fin like projections called fimbriae which are covered in microscopic cilia to help transport the microscopic egg to the tube entrance. Most of my life I thought the fallopian tubes were perminantly physically connected to the corresponding ovary. I am also one of the rare females who can feel ovulation or mittelshmerz as it's called, to me it feels like a tight pinch kind of like the stitches people feel when running and sometimes it's clearly on the left or right side indicating which ovary is ovulating that cycle.
@timjacobsen3141
Жыл бұрын
Its my opinion that this episode unfortunately doesn’t have as many views as multiple other Huberman Lab podcast episodes because birth rates nowadays are very low compared to the past for various reasons.
@FarmTraveler
Жыл бұрын
This is super helpful. Quick question for you (or anyone that might know) When having a zero sperm count, any way to raise that at all? High FSH levels with normal T levels, no idea why, but zero count was found and also nothing found during a procedure.
@summerd81
Жыл бұрын
I would be interested to know your thoughts on the data related to vitamin D, folate, melatonin, DHEA, and NAD+ boosters such as nicotinamide riboside (which was shown in a 2020 mouse study to promote proper spindle function in oocytes) on female fertility. Also lh testing/fertility monitors, the effects of whole fat dairy on female fertility, and whether limiting environmental toxins such as BPA is important for both males and females are a few other topics I have paid attention to and/or utilitzed when wanting to improve my fertility.
@glamazini
2 ай бұрын
Lol, yes Andrew, I can feel when an egg is released. It's like a little pinch/electrical shock feeling. 🤷🏾♀️
@getkuhler
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to this one. Lots of buzz lately on these topics and excited for a deep dive!
@queensway2563
Жыл бұрын
The relationship between a father, and his daughter’s puberty inception blow my mind away
@emilybarry9410
Жыл бұрын
So I am a mature woman and the way you explained the men steal cycle as well as fertility in general was so clear and helpful to me. Will definitely be re-listening to this one, multiple times, to continue gleaning insights 🙏 🤗
@muhammadalmunasif2394
Жыл бұрын
Haven’t heard anything deeply described like this episode
@muffinland
Жыл бұрын
It is kind of insane how there really are basically no benefits to drinking alcohol when weighed against all the drawbacks. Glad I was able to get myself off the hard drinking habit (if I have 1 a month it's a lot, always socially and paired with food), hope I didn't do too much permanent damage to myself.
@Zoomo2697
Жыл бұрын
Plus the Birth control Pill in all forms effects your Brain and fertilty in more ways than one. Natural Family Planning 'A woman is a relatively infertile creature. For a long time it has been said that a woman is born with all of the eggs that she is ever going to have. Now some researchers are saying women may produce more during their lifetime, but, whatever is the case, women have only a couple hundred thousand eggs, maybe at the most a million or so. Males, on the other hand, are unbelievably fertile: any male has four to five, six to seven million sperm in any ejaculate. So, comparatively speaking, women are incredibly infertile. Women ripen and release only one egg a month. That egg lives in a woman's body for only 24 hours. It can be fertilized for only 12 of those 24 hours. So there is only a 12-hour window every month when a woman can get pregnant. It's more complicated than that, of course. At the beginning of a month a woman has a few days of bleeding. That's because she didn't conceive the month before. During the last cycle she built up an endometrium which was prepared to receive a new little fertilized ovum, a new little human being. If there's no little human being, she sheds the endometrium. Then a woman has what are called dry days that can last for several days. There is no bleeding and there is no fertile mucus. Her body is resting from having bled for a couple days. She's got to restore herself. At the same time her body is preparing for the next cycle of ovulation. She is starting to produce hormones that are going to cause her ovaries to ripen and release an egg and send it down the fallopian tube. As those hormones are preparing that egg for ripening and releasing, the woman is starting to produce a certain kind of fertile mucus that she can recognize in her system. It is present throughout the whole fertile phase. It disappears about two or three days after she's ovulated. If that fertile mucus appears on a Monday, but a woman doesn't ovulate until Friday, she can get pregnant from any act of sexual intercourse she had between Monday and Friday because the fertile mucus helps preserve the sperm and carries it to meet the egg. If she has sexual intercourse on Monday, but not Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday and ovulates on Friday, she could get pregnant from the act of sexual intercourse that she had on Monday although it is only about a three percent chance. On the day that she ovulates she has about a 43-47 percent chance of getting pregnant. Twenty-four hours later the egg dies if it is not fertilized. The woman cannot get pregnant for the rest of the month. It's absolutely impossible. It's only during the fertile part of the month that a woman can get pregnant. She cannot possibly get pregnant during the first third of the month since there is no egg available. She cannot possibly get pregnant for the final third of the month because there's no egg available. The egg has come and the egg has gone. At about the same time the fertile mucus dries up. So a woman knows that she has ovulated and she's not going to ovulate again. Her temperature also goes up a bit and stays up for the rest of the month. So when a woman sees her temperature rise for a couple days in a row, she knows that she has ovulated, the egg has come and the egg has gone and she cannot get pregnant for the rest of the month. There's also a change in her cervix that alerts her that she has entered the fertile days and exited the fertile days. Ninety three percent of women can learn how to read their bodily signs with one month of observation. Ninety-three percent of women figure out right away when the fertile mucus is present. The other seven percent, however, have some trouble reading their signs of fertility. Some of these women have a problem because they are infertile. If a woman is infertile the signs of fertility are not going to show up. She is not going to have the mucus because she is not producing the hormones to help her ovulate. A very good way for a woman to determine whether she's fertile or infertile is to use natural family planning. There may be other reasons for unreliable signs besides infertility. A woman, for instance, might be taking medication that dries up the mucus. She might have allergies that cause her to produce mucus during the infertile days. But almost every woman within 3 to 4 months of observing bodily signs can determine when she's fertile and when she's infertile. Effectiveness of Natural Family Planning Natural family planning is every bit as effective as any form of contraception. Dr. R. E. J. Ryder published an article in the British Medical Journal in 1993 in which he reviewed studies done by world health organizations on natural family planning and concluded that pregnancy rates of couples using NFP have depended on the motivation of couples. He concluded: Increasingly studies show that rates equivalent to those with other contraceptive methods are readily achieved in the developed and developing world. Indeed a study of 19,843 poor women in India had a pregnancy rate approaching zero. Natural planning family is cheap, efficient, without side effects and may be particularly acceptable to and efficacious among of people in areas of poverty. Of the women studied, one third were Christian, one third were Muslim and one third were Hindu. Most of them were illiterate. Do you know who was teaching them? Mother Teresa's nuns. Mother Teresa had all of her nuns learn how to teach natural family planning. NFP costs nothing and is perfectly healthy. A fraction of the money, a fraction of the billions of dollars recommended by the UN for contraceptives could be used to teach women NFP and there would be billions left for health care, antibiotics, hygiene, making the water supply safe, etc.'
@nataliyakovaleva
Жыл бұрын
I have heard that if the natural insemination happens at the day of the ovulation it is higher the probability to have a boy and if the sperm was there from a day or two before or got there a day or two later - that most likely be a girl. Something to do with the active longevity and speed of XY spermatozoid against XX ones... Thank you so much for this very informative podcast! Will be looking forward to the IVF and embryo freesing (aka preserving fertility) one!
@rosemarylandis-boyd7849
Жыл бұрын
I’m only half way through, but he just made a comment that conception is mainly due to the female’s egg. The newer research I’m seeing doesn’t support that. Most of the research that states maternal age is such a factor actually didn’t control for the father’s age and the majority of women have male partners who are near their age or older than them. We know the man’s age increases the risk of not fertilizing, miscarriage, neurological deficits, genetic disorders, pre-term delivery (which is an increased risk to both mom and baby), NICU admissions of the baby and sooooo many other things. I think it’s a real disservice to men (thinking they have their whole lives to conceive and therefore don’t plan to settle down until much older) and women (to know the risks of conceiving or attempting to conceive with an older man). It’s important for women to know that as they age there are benefits to conceiving with a younger man and vice versa as well. But to say it’s primarily the woman’s age (to a certain point) is no longer accurate (especially when we throw out the research that didn’t control for the father’s age). It’s also important to not that most of the research shows that a woman’s fertility is very well maintained for much longer if she successfully carries a pregnancy before age 35 vs if she waits to have her first baby until after 35.
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