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The Preconception and
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Improve Your Odds of Having a Healthy Pregnancy and Baby

Optimize the health of both parents. In this program, we’ll be doing just that. Over the course of a six-month “preconception” period, we’ll work hand-in-hand with you to optimize not only your overall health but your epigenetics, which in turn positively impact your pregnancy outcomes as well as future generations of your family. 

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About The Program

If you’re dreaming of holding a baby in your arms, but worried about fertility challenges – or you just want to do everything possible to ensure your baby will have the healthiest start in life, this program was made for you.  

Embark on a transformative journey toward a healthier future family with The Preconception and Fertility Program.  

Tailored to address each prospective parent’s unique health profile, this program delves deep into the foundational factors influencing fertility and your future child’s well-being.

Based on your lab results, Dr. Shippy will outline the necessary steps to improve fertility, enhance conception, and maximize your chances of having the healthiest baby.

The effort you invest in preparing for conception brings significant rewards, as it directly enhances your health, boosts your fertility, and ensures the well-being of your future family.

Program Goals

Enhance Fertility: Nutrition and lifestyle adjustments can increase the chances of a successful conception and a smoother pregnancy.

Reduce Complications: Optimal health can minimize the risks of pregnancy complications, which benefits both the mother and the baby.

Healthy Development: The health of the child is profoundly influenced by the health of the parents before conception.

By focusing on health before pregnancy, parents can support better developmental outcomes for their children.

Long-term Health Benefits: The benefits of preconception care extend beyond pregnancy by optimizing the epigenetics of your child.

The Preconception and Fertility Program Will Give You the Greenlight to Start or Grow Your Family

What's Included

Group Q&A Sessions with Dr. Shippy

Engage in live sessions with Dr. Shippy. Each session is recorded, allowing you to revisit them at your convenience.

Fertility & Conception Modules

Step-by-step modules guiding you toward a strong foundation to support fertility, conception, and a healthy baby.

Specialty
Lab Tests

Learn how your unique lab results provide insights into improving health and passing down healthier gene expressions (epigenetics).

Nutrition & Diet Guidance

Examine the significance of optimal nutrition for your body, its impact on fertility, and the health of your future child.

Lifestyle Guides

Learn simple lifestyle changes with significant impacts, plus tools for managing stress and enhancing your mindset, both key to fertility, healthy pregnancy, and your future child's health.

Supplements

You'll receive an initial supply of carefully curated, pharmaceutical-grade supplements to support healthy conditions for fertility. A special discount will be offered for the remaining months of the program.

Research

This program is founded on robust data, scientific research, clinical studies, and Dr. Ann Shippy's proven strategies and methodologies for enhancing health and fertility.

Recipes

This program demonstrates that healthy eating can be nutritious and delicious. You'll have access to an abundance of amazing healthy recipes that are packed with flavor and nutrients.

Don’t Try to Become Pregnant with Hope, Fear, or Misinformation.

Do it with Confidence, Science, and Accuracy.

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Specialty Lab Testing

This program includes a comprehensive set of lab tests designed to assess various aspects of health that can influence fertility and conception.

NutrEval – Comprehensive profile identifying nutritional deficiencies and insufficiencies. Urine and blood test.

GI Map – A special stool test that uses a method called qPCR to find parasites, bacteria, fungi, and other organisms by looking for their unique DNA.

Total Tox Burden – Measures levels of harmful substances, such as heavy metals and mold toxins, which impact fertility and overall health. Urine test.

Dr. Shippy’s Custom Fertility Blood Panel

Oova for Women – At-home urine test and app to track LH, PdG (a progesterone metabolite), and E3G (an estrogen metabolite). Oova predicts and confirms ovulation.

SPermQT PLUS for Men –A non-invasive test that examines the sperm’s genes to analyze its internal quality and function. Also measures quantity and motility. This dual analysis ensures a more complete overview of sperm health than conventional methods.

Supplements

As part of our comprehensive program, both men and women will receive an initial set of carefully curated supplements to support healthy conditions for fertility.

A special discount will be offered for the remaining months of the program.

These supplements are designed to help kickstart your path to fertility by focusing on key areas:

  • Supporting healthy detoxification
  • Promoting overall cellular health
  • Enhancing mitochondrial function,
  • Providing a high-quality protein powder
  • Ensuring you get the essential nutrients your body needs during this preconception phase.

Supplements are part of a holistic strategy designed to get your body into the best possible shape for reproductive success.

fertility couple journey

As part of our comprehensive program, you’ll receive a carefully curated set of supplements, personally selected by Dr. Shippy.

These initial supplements are designed to kickstart your path to fertility by focusing on key areas: supporting healthy detoxification, promoting overall cellular health, enhancing mitochondrial function, providing high-quality protein powders, and ensuring you get the essential nutrients your body needs.

This holistic approach prepares your body to be in the best possible state for reproductive success.

About Ann Shippy MD

I’m pregnant! Saying those words out loud was truly one of the most joyful moments of my life!

At the time, I was navigating the demands of medical school in my mid-30s, almost convinced that motherhood was not in the cards for me.

Adding to that were personal health hurdles I had overcome—more on those shortly.

Managing morning sickness on top of my hospital duties was not easy! However, reflecting on this journey fills me with deep gratitude for the gift of motherhood.

With nearly two decades under my belt as a Board-Certified Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine physician, it’s been such a gift to get to help others achieve their dreams of starting and growing their families.

Every Baby Well® - Starting With Yours

The seeds for my Every Baby Well® preconception book (coming in 2025) and this program were planted nearly a decade ago.

Running a busy practice has been rewarding, allowing me to guide many toward welcoming healthy little ones into their families.

However, my ambition to reach and help more people never waned.

Now, in 2024, I’m thrilled to finally share The Preconception and Fertility Program with you!

– Ann Shippy MD

Invest in the success of your conception and the health of your future baby with a single payment of $10,000 for each participant, or $18000 per couple.

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FAQS

This comprehensive program is tailored to identify health issues that could affect your fertility and ability to have a healthy baby. Test results will determine the interventions necessary to get a green light to conceive. These inventions can take 6-18 months for your body to be ready. Although your immediate goal may be to conceive as soon as possible, this program is one of the greatest gifts you can give to your future child.

If you determine that you would like to be a patient, or should unique factors arise during the program that require or prompt the need for one-on-one support, you will be prioritized for becoming a patient.

Chemicals like phthalates lower testosterone, and bisphenols raise estrogen, both are needed for conception and for a developing fetus. These are just a couple – there are thousands that we are exposed to.

Initial supply included, with discounts for the remaining program months.

Dr. Shippy will be holding Q&A sessions twice a month.

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The specialty test kits and lab forms will be sent to you. Instructions will be covered in the modules of the course.

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When it comes to toxic mold it’s not JUST your environment that you need to get away from–you must discard of the contaminated possessions in the moldy home or office. Mold persists on personal items in dust and as a toxin. Dust is made up of dormant spores and spore fragments. Toxins are chemicals made by the mold, known as mycotoxins, which are reactive and considered a "poison." And unfortunately, killing mold doesn't solve all the issues. The fragments and toxins left behind can cause continuous issues in very sensitive individuals. Nearly all experts on mold remediation agree that upholstered furniture and electronic items that recirculate air need to be disposed of. And mold can stick to a variety of other items, some difficult to clean which will also inhibit recovery. While there are no studies that discuss transfer of mold particles, many individuals affected by mold toxicity have reported recurrence of symptoms when exposed to personal belongings. I’ve seen it quite often in my practice over the years. Listening and helping patients on this journey, some felt getting rid of possessions was liberating, for others it was quite emotional to depart with sentimental items, even traumatic. There is also a financial burden to remediate a moldy house, move out, AND replace many expensive possessions. On top of all this, the symptoms of mold related illness, including anxiety, depression, fatigue, headaches, body aches, and more are often exacerbated because of the added stress, making the issues of losing some possessions even harder. The good news, and what I remind people of, is that health is the most important thing, and you can get better. 🥰 I encourage you to find a healthcare professional who is knowledgeable and trained in dealing with toxic mold illness. Here are a few possessions that fare the worst in a moldy environment...upholstery – furniture, drapery, bedding, beds, headboards, clothing, artwork, paper items, and as mentioned, electronic items that recirculate air. For free mold resources visit my linker.ee. Dr. Ann ❤️ #mold #toxicmold #moldillness #moldsickness #moldremediation #blackmold #moldy #rootcause

When it comes to toxic mold it’s not JUST your environment that you need to get away from–you must discard of the contaminated possessions in the moldy home or office.

Mold persists on personal items in dust and as a toxin. Dust is made up of dormant spores and spore fragments. Toxins are chemicals made by the mold, known as mycotoxins, which are reactive and considered a "poison."

And unfortunately, killing mold doesn`t solve all the issues. The fragments and toxins left behind can cause continuous issues in very sensitive individuals.

Nearly all experts on mold remediation agree that upholstered furniture and electronic items that recirculate air need to be disposed of. And mold can stick to a variety of other items, some difficult to clean which will also inhibit recovery. While there are no studies that discuss transfer of mold particles, many individuals affected by mold toxicity have reported recurrence of symptoms when exposed to personal belongings. I’ve seen it quite often in my practice over the years.

Listening and helping patients on this journey, some felt getting rid of possessions was liberating, for others it was quite emotional to depart with sentimental items, even traumatic. There is also a financial burden to remediate a moldy house, move out, AND replace many expensive possessions.

On top of all this, the symptoms of mold related illness, including anxiety, depression, fatigue, headaches, body aches, and more are often exacerbated because of the added stress, making the issues of losing some possessions even harder.

The good news, and what I remind people of, is that health is the most important thing, and you can get better. 🥰 I encourage you to find a healthcare professional who is knowledgeable and trained in dealing with toxic mold illness.

Here are a few possessions that fare the worst in a moldy environment...upholstery – furniture, drapery, bedding, beds, headboards, clothing, artwork, paper items, and as mentioned, electronic items that recirculate air.

For free mold resources visit my linker.ee.

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Does exercise keep you young? Yes, and there is significant research to support this. We all want to live longer, healthier lives free from chronic disease. But did you know that although lifespans are now longer, the average American spends the last 17 years of their lives in poor health? In a study of men and women in their 70s, those who were lifelong exercisers had higher aerobic capacities, better metabolic health and were biologically around 30 years younger than their chronological age, when compared to their non-exercising peers. Based on this study, and others like it, we also know that exercise throughout the lifespan increases bone density, protects against dementia and other diseases, and delays the shortening of telomeres. And we know that longer telomeres are associated with health and longevity, while shorter lengths are associated with aging, premature aging, and disease. And athletes typically have longer telomeres than non-athletes of the same age, suggesting that exercise is an antidote to aging. However, most of the people in this study weren’t athletes or competitive in their exercise, they simply engaged in regular physical activity. I don’t think any of us want to spend our final days in poor health. If you aren’t exercising, hopefully this inspires you – it’s start never too late to get started. 🤩 I enjoy hiking, skiing, yoga, and Pilates. What’s your favorite way to exercise? Dr. Ann ❤️ #aginggracefully #exercise #healthylifestyle #stayyoung #holistichealth #overallhealth #healthyliving #healthyme #healthyover50 #healthyover60 #telomeres #telomeresupport #livewell #youngatheart #walkingforhealth #workoutmotivation #running

Does exercise keep you young? Yes, and there is significant research to support this.

We all want to live longer, healthier lives free from chronic disease.

But did you know that although lifespans are now longer, the average American spends the last 17 years of their lives in poor health?

In a study of men and women in their 70s, those who were lifelong exercisers had higher aerobic capacities, better metabolic health and were biologically around 30 years younger than their chronological age, when compared to their non-exercising peers.

Based on this study, and others like it, we also know that exercise throughout the lifespan increases bone density, protects against dementia and other diseases, and delays the shortening of telomeres. And we know that longer telomeres are associated with health and longevity, while shorter lengths are associated with aging, premature aging, and disease.

And athletes typically have longer telomeres than non-athletes of the same age, suggesting that exercise is an antidote to aging. However, most of the people in this study weren’t athletes or competitive in their exercise, they simply engaged in regular physical activity.

I don’t think any of us want to spend our final days in poor health.

If you aren’t exercising, hopefully this inspires you – it’s start never too late to get started. 🤩

I enjoy hiking, skiing, yoga, and Pilates. What’s your favorite way to exercise?

Dr. Ann ❤️

#aginggracefully #exercise #healthylifestyle #stayyoung #holistichealth #overallhealth #healthyliving #healthyme #healthyover50 #healthyover60 #telomeres #telomeresupport #livewell #youngatheart #walkingforhealth #workoutmotivation #running ...

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Have you tried a low-carb paleo diet and experienced unwanted symptoms like poor sleep, gut distress, or metabolism issues? Research shows that a Paleo style of eating supports a balanced weight, metabolic health and is anti-inflammatory. But some paleo eaters focus so much on eating proteins that they end up over-restricting carbohydrates. They may think carbohydrates will cause them to gain weight...but whole carbohydrate foods are incredibly important for the health of the microbiome, hormonal function, reproduction and even metabolic health. Natural carbohydrate plant foods, such as fruits and starchy vegetables, provide immense benefits from the phytonutrients in these foods. They may even help improve insulin sensitivity in many cases. It is true that by reducing carbohydrates, you can also reduce your blood sugar (and the symptoms that go along with elevated blood sugar), and in some cases, this is warranted and very helpful, but in other cases, as time goes on, a low carbohydrate diet may have some downsides. Some people start experiencing unwanted symptoms like poor sleep, decreased metabolism, reduced thyroid hormone (cold hands and feet), cortisol and adrenal health, fertility issues and digestive symptoms. If you are on a low carb diet and want to learn how more about how it could be impacting your health, read my new blog: Low Carb Paleo, Low Carb Diet Risks and Insulin Resistance - link in bio. Dr. Ann #lowcarb #paleo #rootcausemedicine #foodasmedicine #leakygut #integrativemedicine #lowcarb #chronicfatigue #healyourself #lowcarbdiet #healthycarbs #eattolive #chronicillness #diet #insulinresistance #insulinresistancediet #toxinfree #toxinfreeliving #toxinsout #wholefood #eatclean

Have you tried a low-carb paleo diet and experienced unwanted symptoms like poor sleep, gut distress, or metabolism issues?

Research shows that a Paleo style of eating supports a balanced weight, metabolic health and is anti-inflammatory.

But some paleo eaters focus so much on eating proteins that they end up over-restricting carbohydrates.

They may think carbohydrates will cause them to gain weight...but whole carbohydrate foods are incredibly important for the health of the microbiome, hormonal function, reproduction and even metabolic health.

Natural carbohydrate plant foods, such as fruits and starchy vegetables, provide immense benefits from the phytonutrients in these foods. They may even help improve insulin sensitivity in many cases.

It is true that by reducing carbohydrates, you can also reduce your blood sugar (and the symptoms that go along with elevated blood sugar), and in some cases, this is warranted and very helpful, but in other cases, as time goes on, a low carbohydrate diet may have some downsides.

Some people start experiencing unwanted symptoms like poor sleep, decreased metabolism, reduced thyroid hormone (cold hands and feet), cortisol and adrenal health, fertility issues and digestive symptoms.

If you are on a low carb diet and want to learn how more about how it could be impacting your health, read my new blog: Low Carb Paleo, Low Carb Diet Risks and Insulin Resistance - link in bio.

Dr. Ann

#lowcarb #paleo #rootcausemedicine #foodasmedicine #leakygut #integrativemedicine #lowcarb #chronicfatigue #healyourself #lowcarbdiet #healthycarbs #eattolive #chronicillness #diet #insulinresistance #insulinresistancediet #toxinfree #toxinfreeliving #toxinsout #wholefood #eatclean ...

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Why it’s so important to eat the right kinds of fats. We need a balance between the unsaturated fats and the saturated fats for cell integrity and communication. Both omega-6 fats and omega-3 fats are PUFAs or polyunsaturated fats. Omega-6 fats are used to make communication messengers, that can send more inflammatory signals. Poultry, meat, eggs, nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils are sources of Omega-6 fats. Omega-3 fats are also used in communication and send more anti-inflammatory signals. Fish, other seafood, seeds, and fish oils are sources of Omega-3 fats. Too much omega-6 may cause a more inflammatory state in the body and consequently predispose to or exacerbate many inflammatory diseases. A normal omega-6 to omega-3 ratio is somewhere between 4:1 or 2:1, however, since the rapid increase of industrial foods, like high omega-6 vegetable oils, this ratio has increased to 16:1 or even higher in many people. Excessive consumption of high omega 6 PUFAs causes oxidative stress and damages cell membranes which can lead to mitochondria and DNA damage, diabetes, and heart disease. You may see nutrition recommendations that suggest avoiding the high omega-6 vegetable oils such as corn, soy and safflower oils, but also and other PUFA sources in the diet. Proponents claim that wildly reducing PUFAs will improve diabetes and blood sugar balance, risk for heart disease and even boost thyroid health, leading to improved metabolic health. But is this true, or even necessary? With personalized medicine we look at each individual and make health recommendations that consider food allergies, sensitivities and other factors. But generally, when it comes to PUFAs, I recommend consuming natural food sources, like fish oils, fish, nuts, and seeds – so that we get PUFAs the way nature intended, and we avoid the unnatural processed industrial oils like GMO industrial oils (corn, soy, canola, etc.). To learn more read my blog What is Polyunsaturated Fat – PUFA Foods and Personalized Medicine - link in bio. Dr. Ann ❤️ #goodfats #healthylifestyle #toxinsout #eatclean #integrativemedicine #chronicillness #toxicfood #naturopathicmedicine #foodasmedicine #heal

Why it’s so important to eat the right kinds of fats.

We need a balance between the unsaturated fats and the saturated fats for cell integrity and communication.

Both omega-6 fats and omega-3 fats are PUFAs or polyunsaturated fats. Omega-6 fats are used to make communication messengers, that can send more inflammatory signals. Poultry, meat, eggs, nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils are sources of Omega-6 fats.

Omega-3 fats are also used in communication and send more anti-inflammatory signals. Fish, other seafood, seeds, and fish oils are sources of Omega-3 fats. Too much omega-6 may cause a more inflammatory state in the body and consequently predispose to or exacerbate many inflammatory diseases.

A normal omega-6 to omega-3 ratio is somewhere between 4:1 or 2:1, however, since the rapid increase of industrial foods, like high omega-6 vegetable oils, this ratio has increased to 16:1 or even higher in many people. Excessive consumption of high omega 6 PUFAs causes oxidative stress and damages cell membranes which can lead to mitochondria and DNA damage, diabetes, and heart disease.

You may see nutrition recommendations that suggest avoiding the high omega-6 vegetable oils such as corn, soy and safflower oils, but also and other PUFA sources in the diet. Proponents claim that wildly reducing PUFAs will improve diabetes and blood sugar balance, risk for heart disease and even boost thyroid health, leading to improved metabolic health. But is this true, or even necessary?

With personalized medicine we look at each individual and make health recommendations that consider food allergies, sensitivities and other factors. But generally, when it comes to PUFAs, I recommend consuming natural food sources, like fish oils, fish, nuts, and seeds – so that we get PUFAs the way nature intended, and we avoid the unnatural processed industrial oils like GMO industrial oils (corn, soy, canola, etc.).

To learn more read my blog What is Polyunsaturated Fat – PUFA Foods and Personalized Medicine - link in bio.

Dr. Ann ❤️

#goodfats #healthylifestyle #toxinsout #eatclean #integrativemedicine #chronicillness #toxicfood #naturopathicmedicine #foodasmedicine #heal ...

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Get my FREE 51-page report, How To Be Safe in a Toxic World

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