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Jan 2025
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Ep 280 Meet Dr. Hanisha Patel, a Naturop...

Leslie M. Thornton
About this episode

Why is it that so many couples struggle with infertility despite exhausting every conventional medical option? Why do repeated IVF cycles and other interventions often fail, leaving couples emotionally and financially drained? Is it possible that addressing root causes could lead to better results? These critical questions are at the heart of this episode.

The emotional toll of infertility can be devastating—endless doctor visits, invasive procedures, and shattered hope with every negative test. Many couples find themselves stuck in a cycle of treatment that doesn’t address the deeper issues impacting their fertility. Worse, men’s health and sperm quality are often overlooked, despite being a significant factor in conception and healthy pregnancies. This leads to missed opportunities to resolve underlying issues, costing couples not only time and money but also their mental and emotional well-being.

Meet Dr. Hanisha Patel, a Naturopathic Fertility Specialist who is into holistic fertility solutions. Through her "It Takes Two" program, she helps couples uncover the root causes of infertility by addressing obstacles to healing in mind, body, and spirit. Dr. Patel’s approach incorporates thorough investigation, toxin removal, nourishment, and building resilience, guiding couples toward healthier pregnancies. With a proven track record of success, she empowers couples to take back control of their fertility journey.

In this episode, Hanisha shows how a holistic method offers a comprehensive roadmap to fertility rather than relying solely on conventional treatments, treating both partners as active participants in the process. She shares how her approach has helped couples conceive naturally—even after years of failed interventions. Her program increases the likelihood of success by optimizing your overall health. By tackling infertility holistically, couples can achieve not just pregnancy but vibrant health and well-being for both themselves and their future children.

"Creating generational health is to me the generational wealth."  - Hanisha Patel

What you will learn from this episode:

04:07 - Her journey from studying pharmaceutical sciences to discovering the importance of addressing root causes of health issues rather than relying solely on medications

07:05 - The importance of addressing root causes of health issues, empowering patients to understand and trust their own bodies, and critically examining the pharmaceutical industry's focus on profits over long-term patient well-being

14:07 - Following her heart to pursue naturopathic medicine despite challenges and societal pressures

17:37 - How meditation and mindfulness have profoundly transformed her life and practice

27:52 - Prioritizing genuine inner peace and how she feels in her daily life over external appearances or social media perceptions

30:35 - Important thoughts on breaking away from societal beauty norms, and fostering self-acceptance and emotional well-being

38:29 - Her approach to holistic fertility support, emphasizing preconception health, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being

46:19 - The transformative and healing potential of motherhood, advocating for self-care, inner child healing, and creating a supportive environment to foster personal growth alongside nurturing children

49:15 - Outlining her holistic fertility program [the four phases involved in it]

58:50 - How to reach Hanisha

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