Take the Next Step Toward Parenthood

Discover Our New Testing Options to Support Your Fertility Journey

At Pulling Down the Moon, we are thrilled to introduce advanced testing options to support your fertility journey. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally or with the help of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like IUI or IVF, these tests can provide valuable insights into your health and help uncover potential barriers to conception.

Why Testing Matters in Your Fertility Journey

When it comes to fertility, understanding the root causes of challenges is essential. Often, underlying factors such as hormonal imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, gut health issues, or inflammation can go unnoticed but have a significant impact on your ability to conceive. With the right testing, we can create a personalized plan to address these factors and optimize your chances of a successful pregnancy.

Introducing Our Testing Options

We are proud to offer the following advanced tests as part of our fertility support services:

1. DUTCH Plus

The DUTCH Plus test provides a comprehensive assessment of hormone levels and adrenal function. It evaluates stress hormones, including cortisol, and can help identify adrenal imbalances that may affect fertility. This test is especially beneficial for addressing symptoms and conditions such as premenstrual syndrome, infertility, unexplained abdominal weight gain, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, headaches, high blood pressure and blood sugar issues, mood changes, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and thyroid function concerns that could be impacting your reproductive health. 

Who is it for?
Women and men experiencing symptoms of adrenal imbalance, unexplained fertility challenges, or stress-related hormone issues.

Benefits:

• Provides detailed insights into adrenal health and stress hormones.
• Identifies hormonal imbalances that may impact fertility.
• Supports a more targeted approach to optimizing reproductive health.

2. DUTCH Cycle Mapping Plus

The DUTCH Cycle Mapping Plus test tracks your hormone levels throughout your entire menstrual cycle. This dried urine test evaluates fluctuations in key reproductive hormones such as estrogen and progesterone, helping to uncover patterns that may not be detected in standard single-day hormone testing. It also shows estrogen metabolites, indicating how well your body metabolizes and detoxifies estrogen, and evaluates adrenal hormones such as androgens like testosterone, which may be coming from the ovaries (like in the case of PCOS) vs your adrenal glands. It also helps detect issues with circadian rhythm since it tests the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) to provide insights into your adrenal function. 

Who is it for?
Women with irregular cycles, suspected hormonal imbalances, or unexplained fertility challenges.

Benefits:

• Tracks hormonal fluctuations over a full cycle.
• Identifies issues with estrogen metabolism and adrenal hormone levels.
• Provides critical information for optimizing natural conception or assisted fertility treatments.

3. GI-MAP for Gut Health and Microbiome Testing

Your gut health plays a significant role in fertility, influencing hormone metabolism, inflammation, and nutrient absorption. The GI-MAP test evaluates your digestive system and microbiome, identifying potential issues such as dysbiosis, infections, or inflammation that may be impacting your fertility.

Who is it for?
Anyone experiencing digestive issues, unexplained inflammation, or suspected gut-related fertility challenges.

Benefits:

• Identifies imbalances in digestion, gut bacteria, and inflammation markers.
• Guides dietary and supplement recommendations to restore gut health.
• Enhances overall well-being and reproductive health for women and men.

4. NutrEval FMV for Comprehensive Nutrient Evaluation

Optimal nutrient levels are essential for your reproductive health. The NutrEval FMV test provides a detailed analysis of your body’s nutrient status, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fatty acids. It also evaluates markers of oxidative stress, which can impact egg and sperm quality.

Who is it for?
Those looking to optimize their nutrient status or with unexplained fertility issues.

Benefits:

• Identifies specific nutrient deficiencies.
• Supports a targeted dietary and supplementation plan to improve egg and sperm health.
• Enhances your body’s ability to sustain a healthy pregnancy.

5. Additional Lab Testing

We also offer targeted lab testing to assess other key factors influencing fertility:

• Thyroid Panel: Ensures your thyroid is functioning optimally for ovulation, implantation, and conception.
• Vitamin D Levels: Essential for hormone regulation and implantation. Deficiency is linked to infertility and poor IVF outcomes.
• Blood Sugar Regulation: Evaluates glucose and insulin levels, crucial for managing conditions like PCOS and insulin resistance.
• Inflammation Markers: Helps uncover underlying inflammation that may be impacting immune function and fertility.
• Iron Studies: Ferritin, serum iron, TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity) to assess iron levels.

Who is it for?
Anyone wanting a comprehensive view of their health as it relates to fertility.

Benefits:

• Provides a complete picture of health.
• Addresses potential hidden barriers to conception.
• Supports a holistic approach to fertility.

How These Tests Can Benefit You

By uncovering the root causes of fertility challenges, these tests empower us to create a customized plan tailored to your unique needs. Whether it’s balancing hormones, improving gut health, or addressing nutrient deficiencies, our goal is to help you optimize your body’s ability to conceive and maintain a healthy pregnancy.

Take the Next Step Toward Parenthood

If you’ve been struggling to conceive or are preparing for fertility treatments, these testing options can provide the answers you’ve been looking for. At Pulling Down the Moon, we’re here to guide you every step of the way, offering compassionate care and evidence-based solutions to support your journey.

Ready to learn more? Contact us today at: 312-321-0004 to schedule an initial nutritional counseling session with PDtM RDN Sadie Wells and explore which testing options are right for you. Let’s work together to uncover the root causes and help you achieve your dream of parenthood. Book online here.