Episode #42: A New Approach to Fertility Health with Kirsten Karchmer from Conceivable

About this episode

Kirsten Karchmer discusses fertility challenges and practical approaches to reproductive health.

In this episode, Susanne sits down with Kirsten Karchmer, CEO of Conceivable, to talk about why fertility challenges seem to be rising and what women can do before IVF becomes the default option. Drawing on 25 years as a fertility acupuncturist, Kirsten brings a practical, grounded perspective to reproductive health. Together, they explore how cycle patterns, daily habits, and modern environmental stressors are quietly shaping hormone balance, egg quality, and the ability to stay pregnant, not just get pregnant. What’s covered in this episode: Why more people are struggling to conceive, including a major rise in male infertility. The “staying pregnant” conversation and why miscarriage risk deserves more attention. Why generic fertility hacks fall short, and how targeted lifestyle changes can move the needle. A few of Kirsten’s biggest fertility myth debunks, from Geritol and pomegranate juice to period trackers. How Conceivable uses a virtual care team approach, including nutrition, stress support, and personalized supplements. Kirsten’s own wellness routine, plus why breathwork and walking play a bigger role than most people think. Tune in to hear how Conceivable is helping…

People in this episode

Host: Susanne

Guest: Kirsten Karchmer

Topics covered

• fertility health
• IVF alternatives
• hormone balance
• egg quality
• miscarriage risk
• lifestyle changes
• wellness routine

Keywords

• fertility
• IVF
• hormones
• miscarriage
• lifestyle
• wellness
• acupuncture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Conceivable

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