Did you know that up to 70% of infertility cases could be reversed naturally by fixing hidden nutrient deficiencies and hormone imbalances—without endless IVF cycles?

In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, child nutritionist Sanchita Daswani chats with Mahesh Jayaraman, co-founder of Sepalika women's hormone health clinic, about unlocking natural fertility for modern couples.

This discussion busts myths around why getting pregnant is harder today, from environmental toxins to gut health issues. Mahesh shares practical preconception tips like optimizing nutrition for hormone balance, addressing PCOD and irregular periods, and involving both partners in fertility journeys—even after failed IUI or IVF. Learn how foundational lifestyle changes can boost chances of natural conception, reduce menopausal symptoms, and promote healthy pregnancy outcomes.

Whether you're dealing with cystic acne, obesity, or just want to prepare your body for motherhood, this episode offers hope and actionable steps for a smoother path to parenthood.

(motherhood fertility tips, preconception care for moms, natural pregnancy planning, PCOS fertility solutions, hormone health for women, trying to conceive after 30, infertility causes and fixes, healthy pregnancy nutrition)

 00:00 –Welcoming Mahesh Jayaraman (Sepalika co-founder)

01:30 – How a Man Ended Up Running a Women’s Hormone Clinic

04:58 – Why is it so difficult to get pregnant today?

08:00 – How your makeup and environmental factors can affect your fertility?

11:00 – Why do miscarriages happen?

14:38 – How long should you naturally try to get pregnant?

16:12 – Best time, day of the month to get pregnant

19:39 – The role of stress in getting pregnant

22:48 – Top 5 foods to get ovarian health

26:21 – Top foods for sperm health

27:42 – Tests couple should do when trying to get pregnant

30:35 – How important are supplements?

36:08 – How can you get pregnant after failed IVF attempts?

41:24 – Does thyroid, liver health also affect getting pregnant?

44:19 – When and how to reach out to Sepalika

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👩Connect With The Hosts

Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant): https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

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Mahesh Jayaraman, co-founder of Sepalika fertility

https://www.instagram.com/sepalikafertility/

Choosing the right makeup: https://drive.google.com/file/d/161j2BF898mdM0HpBGG3iexLbu_pfRrJp/view?usp=sharing

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