Almost 30 Ep. 238 - Modern Fertility: Redefining How We Approach Reproductive Health with Afton Vechery
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Jul 18, 2019 Afton Vechery, Co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility, is on a mission to make fertility health accessible to all women. She explains how at-home hormone tests work and their importance for understanding reproductive health. Afton dives deep into topics like AMH levels, PCOS, and the implications of egg freezing. She also emphasizes the significance of discussing miscarriage and challenges misconceptions around fertility awareness. Her insights offer valuable tools and support for women navigating their reproductive journeys.
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AMH As Your Ovarian Reserve Signal
- AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone) reflects the number of follicles and serves as a proxy for ovarian reserve.
- Afton frames AMH as a 'fertility detective' that helps spot red flags like high or undetectable reserves.
High vs Low AMH Have Different Risks
- Very high AMH often correlates with PCOS, while undetectable AMH can indicate premature ovarian insufficiency (POI).
- Both extremes carry distinct health and fertility implications beyond simple 'good' or 'bad' labels.
Founder’s Personal AMH And PCOS Story
- Afton shared her personal AMH of 14 and PCOS diagnosis, showing atypical presentations exist.
- Her result helped her plan for irregular ovulation and treatment options later if she pursues pregnancy.