In this episode, Dr. Kelsey discusses the importance of having appropriate conversations about women's health inside the medical system. She shares comments from followers about their fertility journeys and what they wish they could go back and tell their younger selves and highlights the need for education on menstrual cycles and fertility awareness. She also addresses the controversy surrounding hormonal birth control and the lack of consent and information given to young women. Dr. Kelsey explores the impact of birth control on nutrient absorption, thyroid function, and ovarian health.    Key Takeaways:   Education on menstrual cycles and fertility awareness is crucial for women's health. Early prenatal care and hormone balancing are important for fertility. There is a need for better conversations and consent around hormonal birth control. The body may need time to regulate after coming off birth control, and support is available.   Special Links: Fertility Labs 101: Our complete guide to advocating for AND understanding all the labs you need on your fertility journey. https://ttc.kelseyduncan.com/fertility-labs   Ready to get support on your fertility journey? Apply to work with me inside Fertility Confidence Method at https://downloads.keseyduncan.com/results/?intg=109   Want to save an additional 12% off your TempDrop, use the code KELSEYTD!