Infertility is skyrocketing—but forcing the body with drugs and procedures isn’t the only path. Dr. Kevin sits down with fertility specialist and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Mandy Patterson to unpack simple, science-backed steps that restore health, rebalance hormones, and improve the body’s readiness for pregnancy—while protecting long-term health for mom and baby What They Cover: Why infertility is rising and how modern interventions can create new risks A better first question: What’s this doing to my body long-term? Mandy’s story: severe preeclampsia, a micro-preemie, and the journey to five healthy pregnancies The big drivers: insulin resistance, nutrient gaps, gut dysfunction, food sensitivities, toxic burden, chronic stress Breakfast that stabilizes blood sugar (and why “pumpkin muffin + iced drink” backfires) Easy swaps that matter (ditch soda → add quality electrolytes, protein-forward meals) PCOS basics: low progesterone, anovulation, and where bioidentical progesterone can help (with clinical supervision) Pelvic mechanics: why chiropractic/myofascial work and adhesion therapy can unlock fertility Labs with purpose: how standard bloodwork + advanced testing (stool, HTMA, food sensitivity, genetics) guide targeted protocols Timelines & hope: many women can meaningfully turn things around in 3–4 months Guest Bio: Mandy Patterson is a naturopathic doctor, functional medicine practitioner, fertility specialist, and mom of six who helps high-performing women and couples overcome hormone and fertility challenges so they can create the families and the lives they’ve dreamed of. She is the founder of MandyPatterson.com, an online wellness consulting practice that blends the best of functional medicine, nutrigenomics, and holistic living. Through her signature 4-month Hormone Harmony program, Mandy equips women with personalized strategies—including advanced lab testing, nutrition, and lifestyle protocols—to restore balance, boost fertility, and reclaim vibrant health. She is passionate about showing women that achieving wellness doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it can be simple, sustainable, and even fun. When she’s not supporting clients, Mandy is navigating life with six kids, living proof that hormone and fertility struggles can be overcome. Her mission is to empower women to take a root-cause approach to health, build resilience, and step confidently into their future. Connect with Mandy over at her website: MandyPatterson.com, on Instagram @drmandypatterson or Facebook at Mandy Patterson, Functional Medicine Practitioner.     Connect with Dr. Mandy Patterson: Website: https://mandypatterson.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandypattersonND Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmandypatterson/ Podcast: Gutsy Fertility Podcast   Resources Mentioned: Clear Passage (Florida) – manual therapy for pelvic/abdominal adhesions Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) & School of Applied Functional Medicine Women’s Health Initiative & Nurses’ Health Study (context in hormone research) Book: Turtles All the Way Down (anonymous authors; critical review of vaccine research claims)   Connect with Dr. Wall: Website: https://www.drkevinwall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unpluggedhealthcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.kevinwall/ Twitter: ​​https://x.com/drkevinwall YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.KevinWall   Disclaimer: The content provided in this health podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 9-1-1 immediately. Reliance on any information provided in th