Ready for some real talk about fertility? 🎙️ In this episode, I'm chatting with Sylvie Boland, fertility nutritionist and strength coach, about the game-changing concept of body literacy and why your body is constantly trying to communicate with you.

What we dive into:

• Body literacy beyond cycle tracking - tuning into energy, gut health, and hunger cues
• Why muscle is the "organ of longevity" and how strength training supports fertility
• The 3-generation impact of gut health (yes, your choices affect your grandkids!)
• Moving past PCOS and endometriosis labels to find what actually works for YOUR body
• Simple biofeedback tracking that won't overwhelm you
• Why "messing up" is actually just data collection

Perfect for you if:

• You're tired of one-size-fits-all fertility advice
• You want to understand what your body is actually telling you
• You're curious about holistic approaches to TTC
• You're ready to stop judging your body and start listening to it

Sylvie brings such a refreshing, non-judgmental approach to pre-conception health - no shame, just curiosity and practical steps you can actually implement.

Want to connect with Sylvie? She's part of the WOVA network! Reach out to us and we'll connect you with her personalized fertility and strength training support.

Ready to dive deeper? Join the WOVA community for evidence-based fertility support without the overwhelm.

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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Dr. Tia Ukpe-Wallace, a pelvic health physical therapist based in Oakland, California who shares her personal journey from experiencing chronic UTIs, fibroids, and pregnancy loss to becoming a specialist in women's pelvic health.

Dr. Tia reveals the often-overlooked connection between pelvic health, fibroids, and fertility, explaining how:

• Fibroids can compete for blood supply and lead to pregnancy complications
• Scar tissue from fibroid surgeries and other procedures can impact conception
• The six ligaments supporting your uterus play a crucial role in fertility
• Dark or irregular periods might signal fibroid presence or other pelvic health issues

Whether you're dealing with fibroids while trying to conceive, recovering from pregnancy loss, experiencing painful intercourse, or simply want to understand your body better, this conversation demystifies pelvic health therapy and provides actionable insights for your reproductive journey.

Dr. Tia emphasizes that pelvic health isn't just about internal examinations—it encompasses everything from how you walk and breathe to jaw tension and posture. Discover why addressing these issues could be the missing piece in your fertility puzzle, especially when fibroids are involved.

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Instagram: @wovahealth
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Welcome to The WOVA Circle—real talk on fertility, wellness, and trying to conceive (TTC). I'm Gabie Peytchev, founder of WOVA Health and your fertility educator and guide. In this first episode, I’m sharing my personal story and the journey that led to creating WOVA.

After facing unexpected challenges on the path to parenthood, I began questioning the conventional approach to fertility care. Why was no one talking about gut health, sleep, stress, environment—or the connection between overall health and reproductive wellness? I realized we need more than prescriptions and procedures—we need whole-person, holistic support.

This episode is about the “why” behind WOVA, the gaps I saw in the system, and the vision I have for this community. Whether you're TTC, healing, or simply curious about your health, you're not alone—and you're in the right place.

🎧 Coming up next: Dr. Tia joins us to unpack how pelvic physical therapy supports fertility and hormonal health.

🌿 Connect with WOVA:
Website: wovahealth.com
Instagram: @wovahealth
Join the WOVA Circle: Peer Support Community

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If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space.