Dr. Miranda Naylor

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Dr. Miranda Naylor Board-certified Functional Medicine Doctor in Encinitas, CA specializing in women's optimal wellness.

10/14/2026

We all know the caterpillar becomes a butterfly. What most people don't know is that it turns completely to goo first.

MaryCay Durrant explains what's hiding inside that goo, and why the messy, uncertain seasons in our own lives might be exactly when something new is starting to form.

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10/13/2026

Getting pregnant isn’t just about having s*x a lot... You can only conceive during your fertile window, so knowing when (and if) you ovulate matters. Egg and s***m quality matter too.

And getting pregnant quickly doesn’t mean you’re more fertile. Every cycle is a likelihood, not a guarantee.

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10/12/2026

I love you 20yo girlies.. but just wait to see how badass you are at 40💪

10/10/2026

5 hills I’d die on as a women’s fertility & longevity expert:

1️⃣ Your AMH is NOT your fertility score.

AMH can give us useful information about ovarian reserve, but it does not tell us whether you can or cannot get pregnant naturally. I see too many women panic over one AMH number when fertility is much more complex than that.

2️⃣30g of protein at breakfast.

I am a huge advocate for women getting enough protein, especially through our 30s and beyond. Protein supports muscle, strength, metabolic health and healthy aging. And getting a meaningful amount within an hour of waking is the best way to set yourself up for success.

3️⃣ Biological age alone does not determine your fertility.

Yes, age matters for fertility. I would never tell you otherwise. But your chronological age is not the only piece of information that matters. Your ovarian health, ovulation, metabolic health, partner’s s***m health and overall health all contribute to your individual fertility picture.

4️⃣ Fertility is a 50/50 responsibility between partners.

We need to stop talking about infertility as though it is automatically a woman’s problem. S***m health matters, and when a couple is struggling to conceive, both partners deserve appropriate evaluation.

5️⃣ Women’s health should be proactive, not something we only address once there’s a problem.

I don’t want you waiting until you’re exhausted, struggling to conceive, deep into perimenopause or dealing with a diagnosis before you start asking questions.

Understanding your health earlier gives you more information, more choices and, in many cases, more opportunities to take action.

And the biggest action step you could do today is assess your ovarian health. That will give you a far better understanding on where your fertility stands than your age.

Comment “AUDIT” below and I’ll send you more information about the Ovarian Age Test I use to help women better understand their ovarian health.

10/09/2026

Ovaries have about 32 times more mitochondria than a neuron, which makes them extremely sensitive to anything that throws off energy production.
kaylinker also explains why this matters beyond your own fertility. Mitochondrial DNA passes from mom to baby, and researchers are now looking at how it may affect a child's development.

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10/08/2026

“Women lose about 90% of their eggs by age 30.”

When you hear that in isolation, it sounds terrifying but I promise it’s not as scary as it sounds…

First of all, your ovaries start with their largest pool of eggs before you’re even born.

The estimated number peaks during fetal development, then drops dramatically before birth and continues declining through childhood and puberty.

By puberty, the ovaries contain only a few hundred thousand follicles.

So yes, an enormous number of eggs are lost long before a woman ever gets her first period.

And also you do NOT release hundreds of thousands of eggs over your lifetime.

Only a few hundred are actually ovulated.

The vast majority of follicles are naturally lost through a process called atresia.

So losing 90% of eggs does NOT mean you’ve used up 90% of your opportunities to become pregnant…

Fertility is a much more complicated picture.

Yes, ovarian reserve matters but we also care about egg quality, ovulation, age, s***m health, the uterus, the fallopian tubes, metabolic health, and many other factors.

So if you’re in your 30s, don’t let this statistic make you panic.

Because age is just one of MANY different factors that affect fertility…

You still CAN get pregnant and it is my mission to help you get there.

And the first step is to understand more about your ovarian health.

Comment “AUDIT” below and I’ll send you more information about the Ovarian Age Test I use to help women get a clearer picture of their ovarian health.

10/07/2026

If you know you want to start trying for a baby in the next six months, I would use that time very intentionally…

1. Understand your cycle.

Are you actually ovulating? Do you know roughly when? Are your cycles changing? Learning your own cycle before you’re actively trying can make the process much less stressful later.

2 Get a blood test for you AND your partner

Depending on your history, this may include things like thyroid function, blood count and iron status, glucose metabolism, nutrient status among many others.

3. Review every medication and supplement you’re taking.
This is a big one. Natural doesn’t automatically mean pregnancy-safe, and I don’t want women taking a giant fertility supplement stack without knowing whether they actually need it. Prescription and over-the-counter medications should also be reviewed before pregnancy where appropriate.

4. Start building the health foundation you want to carry into pregnancy.

Eat good protein & nutrient-dense whole foods. Get in regular movement and strength training. Make sure you’re getting good sleep. And address any health issues before you’re pregnant rather than waiting until you’re already in the first trimester.
You don’t need to spend six months doing millions of different things…

You just need to know where you stand, identify what actually needs attention, and then focus your energy on the things that matter.

That’s what personalized preconception care should look like.
Comment “START” below and let’s hop on a quick call to discuss your fertility goals and come up with a personalized plan that works with you .

10/07/2026

Ovaries are the fastest-aging organ in the body. What ages them also ages your brain and heart.
kaylinker shares the two drivers researchers are watching most closely, mitochondrial dysfunction and inflammation.

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10/06/2026

Is age really the biggest factor in your fertility?

Our 20s bring great egg quality, but that doesn’t mean your fertility has to decline in your late 30s. Toxins, food, and inflammation all impact how quickly your eggs age... and you have the power to change that.

💬 Comment “AUDIT” and I’ll send you my ovarian age quiz to see where you stand.

10/04/2026

Winning midlife with 6 of these personally 🤗 what’s your favorite flavor?

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