Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and low AMH can feel like insurmountable barriers to pregnancy. Still, with the right functional medicine and nutrition approach, together with personalized fertility support, natural conception is possible, even after being told donor eggs are the only hope.
Today, we’d like to share a success story with you. Let’s call them Rebecca + Michael (real names protected for privacy).
Overcoming Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and Low AMH: Rebecca and Michael’s Journey to Natural Conception
Rebecca and Michael had been trying to grow their family for a while. Their reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist (REI) said they would need IVF and possibly donor eggs if they ever wanted to get pregnant. She was dealing with a premature ovarian insufficiency diagnosis.
However, neither was ready to accept that answer. Michael was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease as a child and through diet and lifestyle changes, has been in remission for years. He witnessed the power of how we move and feed our bodies firsthand. Both Rebecca and Michael believed 100% that they were missing a part of the puzzle and knew both functional testing and lifestyle changes could provide answers and an action plan.
Her Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) Diagnosis at 27
When they started our Fab Fertile program, Rebecca was only 27 and was diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency. Her (anti-mullarian hormone) AMH was 0.04 ng/mL, and she was told donor eggs were her only option. She knew that her body was desperately trying to tell her something and that focusing on her health was the answer.
Challenges Faced with Low AMH and POI
Prior to starting the Fab Fertile Method, she experienced asthma, eczema, and migraines regularly. Many times, we don't realize that these health issues are linked to our fertility and are clues to healing and getting pregnant with POI.
About Our Functional Fertility Testing for Low AMH and POI
When this couple started working with us, they underwent functional lab testing. We start with food sensitivity testing using blood. Stool testing, looking at the DNA of the stool, and genetic testing (different from the karotyping used at the fertility clinic). They also began our fertility diet. Both immediately felt the difference. They were experiencing better sleep, better concentration, and less bloating!
Functional Testing Results Reveal Key Insights for Low AMH and POI Fertility Support
When the test results came back from the tests, we learned Rebecca was living with Giardia and H.pylori as well as food sensitivities to gluten, dairy, and eggs. She also had adrenal insufficiency, mineral imbalance, thyroid imbalance, toxic overload, and hormonal imbalance.
Our team immediately began offering support through strategic diet/lifestyle changes and supplementation, helping create new habits and discovering new recipes. During this time, they also worked on communication and discussed big life goals together. They imagined what life would look like when their baby finally arrived and made adjustments to accommodate the life they were dreaming of.
Fresh Blood Work Shows Remarkable Improvement in Low AMH; Encouraged to Start IVF but Chose Natural Conception
Rebecca visited her reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist (REI) for fresh bloodwork, and the doctor was stunned by all the changes and highly encouraged the couple to start IVF immediately. Knowing exactly why their numbers had improved, Rebecca and Michael decided instead to try to conceive on their own that month. And guess what? It resulted in a positive test and a healthy pregnancy!
Pregnant the Next Month: How Our Functional Fertility Program, Supported by a Functional Medicine Doctor, Met Miracle with Targeted Lifestyle Changes
Rebecca’s REI were so surprised they got pregnant on their own, calling their pregnancy a miracle, but the couple and our team knew exactly how it happened. Rebecca and Michael made this miracle happen. They refused to let a POI diagnosis define them and instead decided to dig their way to discovering the reason behind her diagnosis. Together, we found answers and addressed them head-on while making sure to also work on mindset and stress reduction.
Before Their Baby Arrived: Creating a Family-Centered Home and Healing Through the Fab Fertile Method
Before their baby arrived, Rebecca and her husband found a new home more aligned with their dreams for their family and decided to start a family dinner routine. Rebecca also experienced improvements with all her previous symptoms and is now connected to her body on a deeper level, knowing how to best meet its needs.
Inspiring Stories Like Rebecca’s: Support for POI, POF, DOR, Low AMH, and High FSH with Functional Fertility
Rebecca and Michael are just one of the stories we are thrilled to share with you. If you are experiencing challenges getting pregnant, have been diagnosed with POI, POF, or DOR, have low AMH, high FSH, we highly encourage you to learn more about our Fab Fertile Method and explore of free offerings. You can also book a call here, and we can provide options to help. Check out another POI success story here, conceiving naturally at 37.
