Fertility Myths: Microplastics, Gender Selection & Sushi

Your Fertility Questions Answered: PCOS, Egg Freezing, Hormones & Hope

In this final episode, Carly and Dr. Clark answer your biggest questions about fertility, pregnancy, PCOS, supplements, microplastics, and more. They share their honest thoughts on everything from fertility timelines to what happens when nothing goes as planned. Then they end with the most incredible full-circle moment: Dr. Clark is pregnant! Her story wraps up the pod with a message of hope, resilience, and what’s possible when women advocate for their health. Her preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan  His preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan Pregnancy support plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan  Postpartum plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan  Carly's Substack: https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01 Dr. Melissa Clark: https://medbymel.com/about www.beekeepersnaturals.com [www.beekeepersnaturals.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

My Postpartum Journey: Pelvic PT, Frida Mom Cool Pads, Hormone Replacement Therapy & Lactation Consultants

Carly opens up about her postpartum journey. She shares what she expected, what shocked her, and what no one warned her about—from bleeding and pelvic pain to postpartum anxiety, prolapse, and intimacy challenges. She shares her healing journey, what truly helped, and what she'll do differently next time. Dr. Clark tells us what the science says about postpartum health and how to give your body and mind real support during this time. This one’s a must-listen for any expecting parent. Her preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan ] His preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan] Pregnancy support plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan ] Postpartum plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan ] Carly's Substack: https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01 [https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01] Dr. Melissa Clark: https://medbymel.com/about [https://medbymel.com/about] www.beekeepersnaturals.com [www.beekeepersnaturals.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Male Fertility 101: Sperm Health, Saunas, and What Your Partner Needs to Know

You’re not doing this alone. While a woman’s health contributes 40% to the fertility equation, another 40% comes from the man. In this episode, Carly and Dr. Clark explore how a partner’s lifestyle, nutrition, and health choices can directly affect fertility and future pregnancy outcomes. They talk about how poor sperm quality can increase miscarriage risk, affect the pregnancy itself, and even influence the future health of your baby. Then they go over exactly what men should be doing to increase their fertility health. This is the episode to send to your partner. Her preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan  His preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan Pregnancy support plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan  Postpartum plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan  Carly's Substack: https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01 Dr. Melissa Clark: https://medbymel.com/about www.beekeepersnaturals.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Fertility Myths: Microplastics, Gender Selection & Sushi

In this episode we tackle the biggest fertility myths—raw milk, sex to induce labor, getting pregnant in your forties, the Shettles Method (aka “choosing” your baby’s gender), microplastics, and more. Carly asks the real questions, and Dr. Melissa Clark brings the science, the truth, and some judgment (don’t worry, it’s gentle). This episode is your ultimate no-BS guide to fertility fact vs. fiction. If you’ve ever gotten fertility advice from the internet or your mother-in-law and thought that can’t possibly be true, then this episode is for you. Her preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan ] His preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan] Pregnancy support plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan ] Postpartum plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan ] Carly's Substack: https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01 [https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01] Dr. Melissa Clark: https://medbymel.com/about [https://medbymel.com/about] www.beekeepersnaturals.com [www.beekeepersnaturals.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Trying to Conceive? How Mira, Ava, Inito & Oura Ring Can Help You Track Fertility

In this episode, Carly and Dr. Clark talk tech. They break down which devices actually work, which are overhyped, and what you absolutely need to do if you decide to skip devices all together. Carly shares her own “useless sex” story, Melissa reveals which test she swears by, and they talk about how to track ovulation without losing your mind. If you're overwhelmed by fertility tech or unsure where to start, this episode will help you sort through the noise, avoid common traps, and feel more confident walking into your next cycle. Her preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-her-preconception-plan ] His preconception plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-his-preconception-plan] Pregnancy support plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-pregnancy-plan ] Postpartum plan: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan  [https://us.fullscript.com/plans/melissaclark-the-science-of-fertility-postpartum-plan ] Carly's Substack: https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01 [https://substack.com/@carlykremerutm_source=TheScienceOf&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=EPISODE01] Dr. Melissa Clark: https://medbymel.com/about [https://medbymel.com/about] www.BeekeepersNaturals.com [www.BeekeepersNaturals.com] Mira device: use code 2PROTEA20 Oova device: use code THESCIENCEOF10 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.