UN-F*ck Your Fertility

I know you're working hard—eating healthy, exercising, and taking your supplements. But we need to talk about some everyday items in your home that could be harming your chances of pregnancy. 

 

I don’t want you to panic, but many common products contain chemicals that can disrupt hormones, harm reproductive health, and impact your fertility. These endocrine disruptors mimic hormones and throw off your balance, affecting both male and female fertility. Even worse, they can increase your risk of miscarriage.

 

The good news? You can reduce this risk with some simple swaps. 

 

Let’s uncover 7 common toxins that could be lurking in your home—and what you can use instead to boost your chances of getting pregnant.

 

Where it’s found: Plastic containers, water bottles, canned foods, receipts.

BPA disrupts hormones, reduces sperm quality, can cause irregular cycles, and increase miscarriage risk.

Swap: Use BPA-free products, avoid microwaving plastic, and switch to glass or stainless steel for food storage and drinks. Your Frank Green bottle is safe! 

 

Where it’s found: Personal care products, fragrances, plastics.

Phthalates impair ovarian function and lower sperm quality.

Swap: Choose natural beauty products labeled "phthalate-free." Use beeswax wraps instead of plastic. Check out Natural Supply Co.

 

Where it’s found: Non-organic produce, household pest control.

Pesticides disrupt hormones and reduce fertility.

Swap: Choose organic produce and wash fruits and veggies thoroughly.
I recommend this fruit & veggie wash.

 

Where it’s found: Non-stick pans, fast food wrappers.

Non-stick chemicals like PFOA are linked to fertility issues.

Swap: Switch to ceramic or cast iron pans for a safer option. Try Solidteknics or Crumble.

 

Where it’s found: Air fresheners, scented candles, cleaning products.

Fragrances often contain hormone-disrupting chemicals.

Swap: Use essential oil diffusers or beeswax candles for a natural, toxin-free home.

 

Where it’s found: Certain fish, cosmetics, old pipes.

Heavy metals like lead and mercury harm reproductive health.

Swap: Limit high-mercury fish (like tuna), use heavy-metal-free cosmetics, and drink filtered water.

 

Where it’s found: Packaged snacks, processed meals.

Processed foods contain additives that harm egg and sperm health.

Swap: Focus on whole, unprocessed foods, and choose organic when possible.

 

Reducing exposure to these toxins helps balance your hormones, improves egg and sperm quality, and lowers miscarriage risk.

 

Simple changes can have a big impact on your fertility health!

 

 

Fertility is unpredictable.
We all know people who didn’t change a thing and got pregnant with healthy babies.

You don’t need to turn your life upside down or spend $$$ on new household items. Start small. Be aware of the impact these chemicals can have.

Next time you’re at the store, opt for a glass container instead of plastic—it’s all about progress!

If this helped, share it with a friend who’s also trying to conceive.