FCP E165 – What we’re missing with hypothalamic amenorrhea and infertility with Victoria Myers

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In this week’s episode, I got to sit down with Victoria Myers, period recovery specialist, RDH and  host of the Nourishing Women Podcast to chat about all things Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and fertility. Victoria shares her personal experience and advocates for a better understanding of eating disorders in the fertility space. We covered common misdiagnoses, the need for a supportive care team, and the recovery process when a fertility journey is involved. Learn so many valuable tips and strategies for your own period recovery journey!

Find more from Victoria Myers over on Instagram @nourishingmindsnutrition and make sure to  check out her podcast Nourshing Women Podcast.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fertility and Nutrition Coaching

02:00 Understanding Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA)

06:14 Distinguishing HA from PCOS

14:34 Challenges in Supporting Women with HA

18:38 Recovery Process and Timeline for HA

20:43 The Journey to Fertility Recovery

23:59 Understanding the Nervous System and Stress

27:30 Building a Healthy Relationship with Food and Body

33:33 Practical Tips for a Nourishing Morning Routine