The Planting Seeds Podcast

Episode 29: Prime for Pregnancy - Why preconception is so crucial with Sarah Thompson

Iris Josephina Season 2 Episode 29

In this episode Iris sits down with Sarah Thompson, a certified functional medicine practitioner who has specialized in maternity care. Honestly - this whole episode will blow your mind! She shares with us why preconception is so crucial and how preconception time determines pregnancy and birth outcomes.


Topics covered

  • functional medicine in maternity care
  • why a functional medicine approach is needed in preconception
  • essential nutrients for preconception
  • the importance of both partners caring for their bodies before conceiving
  • and more!


About Sarah

Sarah Thompson is a certified functional medicine practitioner who specializes in maternity care. She is also the author of the book, "Functional Maternity - Using Functional Medicine and Nutrition to Improve Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes."


Where to find Sarah

Sarah's website

Sarah's Instagram