Trying to get pregnant? What if the most powerful fertility tool isn’t another supplement—but your nervous system, your partner’s sperm health, and your own inner knowing?
Caitria Thiele, holistic fertility expert and founder of Connected Healing, blends functional medicine, Chinese medicine, and deep emotional awareness to help couples prepare for pregnancy—far beyond the standard “just relax” advice.
We break down the biggest myths, from toxic shame cycles to sperm being a non-factor, and unpack what it really takes to prepare your body, mind, and relationship before conception.
We talk about:
08:35 - Why guilt and shame sabotage fertility
11:00 - The emotional work behind conception
15:20 - Male fertility prep: Sperm health and shared responsibility
20:50 - The labs that actually matter: Gut, bloodwork, and minerals
26:00 - Why hormone testing is often a distraction
30:30 - Reclaiming agency: How to trust your body again
40:20 - Auditing your basics: Food, rest, nervous system support
46:50 - Transitioning to slower living to create life
51:00 - Doing vs. holding: Feminine energy and the fertility journey
52:00 - The most important advice for any woman preparing to conceive
Questions answered in this episode:
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Why is “just relax” one of the most harmful fertility advice?
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What emotional blocks can prevent conception—and how can we work through them?
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How does sperm health impact pregnancy and miscarriage rates?
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Why do functional labs matter more than hormone panels?
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What’s the ideal timeline for pre-conception prep?
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How can women rebuild self-trust when facing fertility confusion or shame?
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What is “doing vs. holding”—and how can this mindset shift support fertility?
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How does gut health relate to egg and sperm quality?
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Why is slowing down essential for conception and motherhood?
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What foundational habits are often overlooked (even by health-conscious women)?
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How can women stop outsourcing their health to doctors—and start tuning in?
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What can couples do together to optimize fertility holistically?
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