So...My AMH is Low. Now What?

🎙️ Episode Title:

So…My AMH Is Low. Now What?

💬 Episode Description:

You got your labs back… and your AMH is low. Now what does that actually mean? In this episode, Laura & Brandis break down AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone) in plain English — what it measures, what it doesn’t predict, and how it fits into the bigger picture of your fertility journey.

They unpack:

• The science behind AMH and ovarian reserve 🧬

• Why a “low” result isn’t the same as “infertile” 🙅‍♀️

• The difference between quantity vs quality of eggs

• What to know about diminished ovarian reserve (DOR)

• Why many OBGYNs don’t routinely test AMH —and why maybe they should

• CNY Fertility’s inclusive philosophy of giving everyone a chance, regardless of AMH, age, or BMI

• Emotional realities of hearing “low AMH” and finding hope through knowledge, support, and next steps

If you’ve ever felt defeated by a number on a lab report, this episode will remind you: AMH is information — not a verdict. 💗

🩺 Key Takeaways:

• AMH measures how many eggs you’re likely releasing monthly — not how good those eggs are.

• Your AMH can fluctuate ~30 % from month to month.

• Age remains the #1 predictor of fertility and IVF success.

• Even with low AMH, pregnancy is possible — it may just take more cycles.

• Advocate for yourself: ask for your AMH to be checked and get proper counseling.

• You deserve full information and autonomy in your fertility journey.

🧠 Bonus Insights:

• Why AMH isn’t checked routinely during annual physicals

• What can cause low AMH (genetics, environment, surgery, endocrine disruptors, etc.)

• How birth control can temporarily suppress AMH results

• When to explore genetic screening or autoimmune workups

• How emotional burnout — not biology — is the #1 reason people stop IVF

Emotional Support:

Hearing “low AMH” can be scary — but you are not alone. Seek out fertility-informed therapists, peer support groups, or virtual communities to process grief and find hope.

Fertile-ish Tip:

“Knowledge is power — not pressure. Checking your AMH isn’t about panic; it’s about planning.”

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