How to Improve Egg Quality: Top 5 Tips to Boost Fertility & Prevent Miscarriage

Are you looking to enhance your fertility and improve your chances of conception? In this video, I discuss egg quality and its vital role in fertility and pregnancy and share valuable insights with clear explanations.
In this video, I'll cover:
• Understanding the concept of egg quality and its significance in fertility struggles and miscarriage risks.
• Insight into factors affecting egg quality, including age, infertility, and IVF outcomes.
• The role of ovarian reserve testing in assessing egg quality and fertility potential.
• Practical strategies for improving egg quality naturally, including lifestyle modifications and recommended supplements.
• My top warning to consider before embarking on any fertility-enhancing measures.
If you're on a journey to conceive or seeking to optimize your reproductive health, this video is a must-watch. Gain valuable knowledge and actionable tips to empower yourself on your fertility journey. Take control of your fertility and embark on the path toward a healthy pregnancy with expert advice.
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🎬 Chapters:
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0:00 Intro to improving egg quality
0:59 What is egg quality & the factors affecting it?
4:22 Why does egg quality matter & Importance of Age?
8:05 5 Ways to Improve Egg Quality
8:20 Tip #1: Limiting Toxins
9:08 Tip #2: Limiting Endocrine Disruptors
10:41 Tip #3: Managing Stress
12:08 Tip #4: Overall Health and Well-being
14:11 Tip #5: Supplements
16:45 No. 1 Warning
18:03 Conclusion
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ABOUT: Lora Shahine, MD, is a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and OBGYN currently practicing at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle, WA. Originally from North Carolina, Dr. Shahine graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed her training in medical school at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California at San Francisco, and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Stanford University.
As Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and Director of the Center of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss at Pacific NW Fertility, she is committed to providing excellence in patient care, teaching the next generation of women’s healthcare providers, and continuing research in the fields of fertility and recurrent miscarriage. She has published over 75 peer-reviewed research projects and is an active member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Seattle Gynecology Society, and the Babyquest Fertility Grant organization. Dr. Shahine is an accomplished author including 'Planting the Seeds of Pregnancy: An Integrative Approach to Fertility Care' and best-selling book, 'Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.'
Whether through her research, books, lectures, or active social media presense Dr. Shahine is passionate about educating on reproductive health and supporting the feritlity community.
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[@staceybricker5412]

So validating to hear you talk about the "80% plan." Sometimes I forget to give myself grace in the midst of trying to do some many things to support my fertility. But really, when I pause and think about it, I'm doing 80% most of the time. Thank you for that reminder.

[@UltimateXotics-ys7tr]

You are such a sweet person. I love listening to your videos. It's like listening to a family member giving you loving advice. Thank you so much! God bless you :)

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words ❤️

[@stella9624]

Hello doctor I'm new to your channel. Thank you for addressing this crucial topic. ❤

[@liveloveGlam]

Thanks Dr! Very helpful

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much for watching ❤❤

[@azizahmuhammad3192]

I am 42 and had a miscarriage last week at 9wks and 6 days. I didn’t even know pregnancy was still possible for me given my age and the fact that IUD’s were my preferred method of birth control since my fraternal twins 15yrs ago. The loss is incalculable and yet…as soon as I’m cleared by my Ob I intend to start TTC. I’m already taking Coq-10, Vitamin D, Vitamin C/Zinc combination, omega 3 fatty acids , folic acid & b12. If you have any advice on what else (if anything) I should be taking please let me know. If not, continue making these wonderful videos as they give hope to women like me. I pray that all those who desire it are blessed with bright futures full of family growth. Keep up the great work.

[@drlorashahine]

I am so sorry for your loss🫂 I appreciate you for watching, thank you ❤I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help

[@azizahmuhammad3192]

Thank you Dr Shahine….I appreciate it -your condolences. I also understand your reluctance to giving medical advice via social media as I’m sure I’d be in the same mind frame if the roles were reversed. I’m sure I’ll get a lot out of your website as I continue to get much from your content here on KZbin. Keep up the good work. It matters. Especially for women like myself.

[@wafaanwar6705]

@azizahmuhammad pls share which brand of coq 10 is u taking for getting pregnant?

[@azizahmuhammad3192]

@wafaanwar6705 I am currently taking Ubiquinone coq10 400mg (per pill) by Nature Made .

[@aliahsan1561]

I am also 42 and had s miscarriage this week at 10 week.its my second miscarriage.1st miscarriage in 2015 after long time I conceived again but again miscarriage I don't know what I do..and possibly become mother in life

[@Patience-du7xk]

Very educative🥰

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much for watching, I'm so glad it was helpful ❤️

[@celiachukwuka8388]

Thanks for sharing God bless you

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much for watching for watching 😊

[@fadhlmosed12]

I can not afford ivf and I want to know how can you make your eggs grow to allow you to get pregnant

[@macel7383]

Im 40. Twice miscarriage. This very helpful to me and my husband.

[@drlorashahine]

I am so sorry for your loss 🫂 Thank you so much for watching ❤

[@macel7383]

Hope this can help for me at my age now. Trying to conceive again in God's perfect time.

[@meaziyoni19]

But Dr I have a question am 28 before 5 months am pregnant but in 3 month it's happen bad thing stop his heart bet and I make mva I don't understand why happen this still now can u answer me pls Dr

[@ritachristopher6973]

Please tell me what to do

[@isratbushra6853]

I’m 26+ . I recently had miscarriage just 1 month ago . We are trying to have baby again . Can you please suggest me how to improve my egg quality . I’m taking hypothyroidism medicine also .

[@noproblemworriur8504]

Dear doctor i am 48 have 3 kids ages 12. 10 9 now again i wonna get pregnant my periods are regular what i spouse to do to get pregnant as i don't take any precautions still not getting pregnant

[@annamariaciarelli6140]

I was very surprised when you said have a glass of wine.

[@user-tq3hl5kz5d]

You are amazing 🎉

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@freudianslip2010]

I am almost 37. We are getting a good number of eggs per cycle (15 plus) and decent fertilization rates, but poor blast rates. It’s so frustrating and disappointing. This was a really helpful explanation

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much for watching, I'm so glad it was helpful. I'm wishing you all the success on your fertility journey 🫂❤❤

[@freespeech.7254]

What is blast rate?

[@sy1ridere]

@@freespeech.7254blastocyst, a cycle of the egg after conception

[@Misslou2425]

​@@freespeech.7254: blast rate: refers to the rate at which her fertilized eggs, actually make it to the blastocyst stage to allow for a frozen embryo transplant after an IVF egg retrieval has occured.

[@breafarbe1065]

After pgt test they said all 5 embryos were genetically abnormal. But these tests are not 100% correct and I am sure they make mistakes. Yet, they always first thing they say is the egg quality .

[@switpari2057]

Hello doctor, am 38 yrs, i have 1 son, i got pregnant after 11 years 3times consecutive , but i do miscarriage every time i got pregnant. It was 7 or 8weeks. I have done my hormone test n my doctor tell me test is ok. Can u suggest me something.

[@rachelwhite6128]

What is a good dose of CoQ10? How many mg (45 years old)

[@drlorashahine]

Most studies 200mg per day (some people take up to 600mg daily but more not always better and some side effects headaches, GI upset). Be sure to review with your provider❤️

[@tihstgebrhanna7639]

Dr. can you help me in this technology. I haven't any son. i like many son. so may be help.

[@monicshea2405]

Hello Doc. I’m 42 and had an ovarian reserve test and the count was 0.004. Is it possible to boost my egg count? Please help

[@drlorashahine]

Honestly, no. The AMH level is a reflection of the number of eggs that are up for grabs if someone were to do ovarian stimulation for an egg retrieval not a way to change the AMH level. But as long as someone is ovulating and has eggs there’s always a chance of conception.

[@fiazahmad8674]

Ap stemcell karwa lo dear

[@jessicagiacometti9012]

If you do IVF and collecting multiple eggs a month, does it mean you are going to run out of eggs early? So your menopause comes earlier as well?

[@k-macky1933]

No, you release the same amount of eggs regardless of IVF. Normally, you generate a handful of eggs every month, BUT you have one FOLLICLE mature resulting in one egg being released during ovulation. During IVF, you’re taking hormones that allow MULTIPLE follicles to mature rather than just the one. Then they go in and are able to get multiple eggs instead of the one. Hope this helps.

[@jessicagiacometti9012]

@@k-macky1933 Thank you so much

[@atimnile2401]

I highly recommend watching more of Dr. Shahine’s other videos & also Dr.Aimee (the Egg Whisperer on you tube); you gain a ton of knowledge about ivf & what it entails. A whole of good educational information.

[@drlorashahine]

No and No. Women lose eggs every month regardless of stage of life (until menopause) and IVF is a process to stimulate and recruit multiple eggs (that would be lost that cycle anyway). Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@jessicagiacometti9012]

@@drlorashahine Thank you so much!

[@ritachristopher6973]

Am married now but my husband live in Norway will I live in Gambia but I am worried I really want to get pregnant

[@lauram6215]

There is a lot of fearmongering with parabens. The way they are put in shampoos etc is safe.

[@sy1ridere]

Haha I got up to this part and lost interest in the video

[@ritachristopher6973]

Am 23 but I think am not ovulating and I have been having sex but can’t get pregnant

[@ritachristopher6973]

M’y period always change

[@nafeeskhan6072]

Medam I m nafees khan frome Pakistan I tried 10 years in for baby but not concved my wife plzzz help me

[@drlorashahine]

I'm so sorry your journey has been difficult. I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤️🤞🍍

[@alexisvalenzuela11]

I’m a flight attendant, the company allows us to drink and take the water bottles for work and our layovers, should I stop drinking the water from work? I also get those five gallon bottles of water for home use… Should I start drinking tap water?

[@MunyDongBangTan]

Not too sure about the regulation in your job but would it be possible to bring your own BPA-free bottles/tumblers in flight?

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for watching ❤ I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤🤞🍍

[@mrs.francis7180]

Don't drink tap water. It's disgusting, there's chemicals that's being allowed into the water. Buy a filter for your sinks and showers or buy a reverse osmosis tank.

[@emilyb5557]

Maybe ditch the at home bottled water and invest that money in a good water filter fitted to your main tap you use for drinking water.

[@saranyabhadran4693]

Hi mam. I have low amh (.6). My doctor said that only ivf can help me. But iam totally disappointed because of my egg quality issue. Can i get pregnancy in this amh value.

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for watching ❤ ️ I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤️🤞🍍

[@breafarbe1065]

Stress and inflammation are the # 1 cause. Age is a number and i have seen many women in their 30s who don’t get pregnant and women in their 40s do naturally. So your statement is an old belief. According to a new study the ivf outcomes were not age related at all. The quality is not age related because for a simple reason that if it was it could not be improved since you can’t reverse your aging.

[@CrystalM1917]

I still think it is age related but not as linear as has been previously thought. If that wasn't the case we would continue to be able to get pregnant until our 70s and 80s like men can reproduce. Inflammation makes everything harder that is true. It's why women in their 20s with horrible diets, smoking and not getting good sleep etc can get pregnant at the drop of a hat and why women in their 40s sleeping well, eating well, exercising, taking supplements etc can't get pregnant to save their life. That inflamatory lifestyle plus aging catches up with us and youth can no longer compensate for inflammation.

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for sharing this with us and thank you for watching ❤️

[@ritachristopher6973]

I always have infection sickness in my vigina

[@bryan788]

Hi your videos have been kinda helping me out i need help please my wife's Last period was on january 20 by the way she's a fertile woman and then on March 9th something came out of her down there it was like a red Ball dark After that for two weeks she had fevers chills stomach pain her private part hurt her urine smelled rotten and then on april 8 she did a pregnancy test from CVS it came out error And then on april 15 she dig another pregnancy test the first line came out and the Second One was very faint can someone help me please

[@DariaSmyth]

Your wife needs to see a doctor

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for watching ❤ ️ I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤️🤞🍍

[@ALHack29]

Go to the doctor right away. KZbin will not help you with what looks to be a serious infection of some sort.

[@bryan788]

By the way she is 39 she'll be 40 on october