Obesity and Fertility

Knocked Up: The Podcast About Fertility and Women's Health

What is the definition of Obese?

How does Obesity, and weight in general impact fertility?
Challenges conceiving
Challenges when trying ART
Challenges during pregnancy and birth

Why are there weight limits?

Is this an issue for men as well as women?

Why is preconception weight loss important?

What role can GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro play in this context?

Are there contraindications or risks the patient and Dr need to consider when using GLP-1 drugs in anticipation of pregnancy and/or ART?

For more on Weight and Fertility:

Listen: Considering Surgery for Weight Loss with Dr Lara Freeman
Listen: We Need to Talk About Weight

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