So delighted to welcome Mark Whitney, founder of Pillar Healthcare, to Fertility Finesse, especially as he and his partner just welcomed their second baby!

Huge congratulations, and heartfelt thanks for making time to share his insights during this incredibly special (and sleep-deprived!) chapter.

Mark is the driving force behind pre-Conceive andmy respected sponsor for this FFS podcast series. It’s the first fertility supplement in Europe to be independently tested in a clinical trial.

Over three years of research, pre-Conceive was shown to improve key fertility parameters in both women and men, making it a major milestone in evidence-based reproductive support.

With a passion for the periconceptional period – those vital months before and around conception –

Mark brings both professional expertise and personal dedication to improving reproductive outcomes, not just for today’s intending parents.

Outside of Pillar Healthcare, Mark collaborates with academic institutions, serving on the board of a research and incubation centre exploring new treatments in restorative reproductive medicine.

This episode is packed with practical, grounded guidance and a lot of heart. I’m so grateful to Mark for sharing his knowledge and guidance with you all.

💊 What’s real and what’s just great marketing?

With fertility supplements lining every pharmacy shelf and popping up in every algorithm, how do you know what’s actually worth taking? Mark breaks down the science vs. the spin—and why “just take CoQ10” might not be the full picture.

🥦 Food first… but is it enough?

We explore the idea that a healthy diet should cover your nutritional needs, and why that’s often not enough for fertility. Mark and Helena get real about common nutrition mistakes and overlooked gaps in preconception care. Ans look at easy ways to get on track.

👶 Trying to conceive in your 40s?

You’re not alone, and your nutrition needs might be different now. This episode highlights what women over 40 need to focus on to give their fertility the best possible support, including insights into egg quality and what’s modifiable vs. what isn’t.

🧬 Male fertility matters, too.

Often ignored and under-tested, sperm health plays a much bigger role than many people realise, including its link to miscarriage. Mark shares what kind of improvements men can see and how sperm can be a mirror of overall health.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Secondary infertility: the surprise no one expects

Already have a child, but struggling to conceive again? We talk about how fertility can shift on both sides and the role of lifestyle, age, and supplementation for second-time (or third-time) hopefuls.

💡 Final takeaway:

If you’re at the very start of your fertility journey, or not sure what to take Mark offers his #1 piece of advice on supplements and why “less but targeted” often beats a scattergun approach.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

• pre-Conceive by Pillar Healthcare

• Nutritional strategies for men and women over 35

🎧 Whether you’re trying for baby #1 or #4, this episode is packed with clarity, calm, and clear guidance to help you make smarter, more confident choices on your fertility journey.

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