Episode 73 - Dr. Samantha Ess - Unlocking the Secrets of Fertility
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Meet Dr. Samantha Ess
Dr. Samantha is a natural fertility doctor committed to helping individuals and couples uncover the root causes of their fertility challenges. Her approach focuses on optimizing fertility for a healthy conception, pregnancy, and baby. With a deep understanding of holistic reproductive health, she provides personalized care that supports the body’s natural ability to conceive. Dr. Samantha empowers her patients with education, compassion, and evidence-based strategies to achieve their fertility goals.
What We Talk About
• Samantha’s journey from childhood illness to naturopathic medicine and how she found her calling in fertility care.
• Why many of her clients have faced multiple failed IVF cycles or want natural fertility options.
• The importance of preparing the body 3–6 months before trying to conceive for better outcomes.
• Signs of a healthy cycle and how gut, sleep, and skin symptoms can reveal deeper fertility issues.
• How gut infections like H. pylori or Candida affect nutrient absorption and sperm motility.
• The immune system’s role in implantation and how gut healing prevents embryo rejection.
• How body care, candles, and home products may interfere with fertility due to toxins.
• The possible impact of EMFs on hormone balance, sleep, and reproductive health.
• Autoimmunity and Hashimoto’s as fertility blockers and how root-cause healing can help.
• Real success stories from patients who conceived naturally after long fertility struggles.
• An overview of her Fertility for Two program and what the healing journey typically looks like.
Episode Resources
Function Health
At-home labs to uncover hormone, thyroid, and gut imbalances that impact fertility. Use code ESCHLICK10 for a discount.
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Heart & Soil Supplements
Organ-based nutrients to support hormones, energy, and fertility. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 10% OFF.
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Bonafide Provisions
Collagen-rich bone broth to nourish gut health and support hormone balance. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 15% OFF.
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Thrive Market
Fertility-friendly groceries, clean beauty, and non-toxic home goods delivered.
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Butcher Box
Grass-fed, nutrient-dense meats to nourish your body during fertility prep and hormone balance.
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Societea
Non-alcoholic wine alternatives for mindful sipping while supporting your fertility journey.
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Branch Basics
Non-toxic cleaning products to reduce endocrine disruptors and support preconception health. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 15% OFF.
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Somavedic
EMF-neutralizing devices to support hormone balance, sleep, and a fertility-friendly environment. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 10% OFF.
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Earthing
Grounding tools to support fertility by calming the nervous system and lowering inflammation.
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Connect With Dr. Samantha Ess
Website:
http://walkthenaturalpath.com
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/walkthenaturalpath/
Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/walkthenaturalpath/
Keywords
fertility, naturopathy, gut health, environmental toxins, male fertility, preparation for conception, women's health, immune system, natural medicine, holistic health, health, technology, autoimmune, fertility, EMF, gut health, IVF, natural conception, wellness, holistic health