In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson teams up with Physician Assistant Sierra Wolfe to break down one of the most overlooked areas in fertility: men’s reproductive health. With male factors contributing to 30–60% of infertility cases, understanding sperm health is essential — yet most men never get evaluated.
Male factors contribute to 30–60% of infertility cases, yet sperm health is often overlooked. Understanding how sperm quality is measured and what lifestyle changes support optimal reproductive health is essential for couples trying to conceive.
Dr. Sarah shares the four main causes she sees most often and how to prevent them: poor egg quality, hormone imbalance, uterine lining issues, and inflammation. She walks you through how each of these areas affects fertility and offers practical, science-backed ways to strengthen your body, balance your hormones, and increase your chances of a healthy pregnancy. You’ll learn why one miscarriage is reason enough to do a full workup — and how small optimizations can make a big difference in future pregnancies.
Contrary to a common myth, egg quality can be improved. While women are born with a finite number of eggs, research and clinical experience show that lifestyle, nutrition, and targeted therapies can support ovarian function, optimize egg quality, and enhance fertility at any age.
Dr. Sarah shares the four main causes she sees most often and how to prevent them: poor egg quality, hormone imbalance, uterine lining issues, and inflammation. She walks you through how each of these areas affects fertility and offers practical, science-backed ways to strengthen your body, balance your hormones, and increase your chances of a healthy pregnancy. You’ll learn why one miscarriage is reason enough to do a full workup — and how small optimizations can make a big difference in future pregnancies.
Miscarriage is one of the most emotional and misunderstood experiences in women’s health. While it is often described as “unexplained,” most losses have identifiable, treatable causes. Women deserve more than reassurance and waiting—they deserve clarity, answers, and a plan.
Vaginal health is one of the least discussed yet most essential components of a woman’s overall reproductive wellness. Your vagina is not an isolated structure—it is directly connected to the uterus, fallopian tubes, and abdominal cavity. When the vaginal environment is balanced, it supports fertility, hormonal health, comfort, and day-to-day well-being. When it is disrupted, even slightly, it can lead to inflammation, recurrent infections, discomfort, and fertility challenges.
Dr. Sarah explains why your vaginal microbiome matters for fertility, hormones, and everyday comfort—and what it means when something feels “off.” From dryness, odor, and discharge to recurrent infections and spotting, Dr. Sarah breaks down what’s normal, what’s not, and when to get tested. You’ll learn how vaginal health connects to your hormones, gut, and fertility—and how to support your microbiome naturally through the right testing, treatments, and habits.
Dr. Sarah explains what endometritis is, how it develops, the signs and symptoms to watch for, and why it’s important to get tested. She also shares her holistic approach to treatment, including antibiotics, uterine washes, PRP therapy, diet, lifestyle, and immune support, along with strategies to prevent recurrence. If you’ve ever wondered why you experience unexplained pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, or fertility struggles, this episode is a must-listen.
Endometritis is a commonly overlooked uterine condition that can silently impact fertility, hormone balance, and overall women’s health. In this blog, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN and founder of Vera Health and Fertility in Westminster, Colorado, explains what endometritis is, how to recognize it, and what steps you can take to restore uterine health.
