What does balance really mean in fertility care? Can Eastern medicine like acupuncture and herbs truly support reproductive health? And how can Western and Eastern approaches come together for better outcomes?
In this episode of Brave and Curious, Dr. Lora Shahine leans into these big questions in a conversation that bridges two worlds of medicine. Joining Dr. Shahine is Dr. Lorne Brown, acupuncturist and host of the Conscious Fertility podcast, who brings a holistic perspective rooted in traditional Chinese medicine.
Together, they explore how Eastern practices—like acupuncture, nutrition, and stress reduction—align with Western science and treatments such as IVF, IUI, and recurrent miscarriage care. This integrative dialogue sheds light on how patients can benefit from both evidence-based medicine and time-honored approaches.
In this episode you'll hear:
- [1:37] Welcome Dr. Lorne Brown and Dr. Lora Shahine
- [3:15] Men's role in fertility and miscarriage
- [6:10] Integrating Eastern and Western medicines in fertility care
- [9:20] Myths & realities with age and fertility
- [14:07] Optimizing fertility through lifestyle and health
- [19:24] Embryo transfers: fresh vs. frozen
- [26:49] The importance of sperm health
- [33:18] The role of stress in fertility
- [41:44] Nutritional guidance for fertility
- [47:22] Recommended supplements for fertility
- [49:09] Final thoughts and resources
Resources mentioned:
Dr. Shahine's Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations
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