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Red light therapy isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a fertility tool with serious science behind it. From powering up your mitochondria to improving egg and sperm quality, this episode will change the way you think about light and conception.
Tracy Donegan, MSc, CLT is a midwife, author, and certified light therapist dedicated to advancing reproductive health through photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy. As the founder of Solasta in Round Rock Texas, she provides evidence-based laser and red light treatments to support fertility, optimize mitochondrial health, and enhance overall well-being in women’s health. With a background in midwifery, Tracy integrates scientific research with holistic care, offering innovative approaches to reproductive wellness. Tracy’s blog provides comprehensive evidence based information on PBMT for women’s health.
With a MSc in Mindfulness Tracy is also the creator of the FertileMind app, an international speaker, and a passionate advocate for the intersection of light, circadian biology, and fertility. Through her work, Tracy supports women and their partners with science-backed tools to navigate fertility challenges, PCOS, endometriosis, and IVF support.
Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Follow this link to join the waiting list for our next class (July 2025)!
Today’s episode is also sponsored by Lisa’s newest book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols. Click here to grab your copy today!
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Topics discussed in today’s episode:
- How red light therapy works on a cellular level to support reproductive health.
- The impact of artificial light on hormone balance, circadian rhythms, and fertility.
- The role of mitochondria in fertility and how red light therapy enhances mitochondrial function.
- Sunlight exposure and its crucial role in optimizing hormone production and fertility.
- The difference between red light therapy and regular LED light panels.
- Red light therapy as a complementary tool for women struggling with conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and poor egg quality.
- The benefits of incorporating natural light into your daily routine for fertility and overall well-being.
Connect with Tracy:
You can connect with Tracy on her website, Facebook, and her Instagram.
Resources mentioned:
- The Tracy Donegan Podcast
- Gentle Birth Blog
- FertileMind App
- Solasta Laser Therapy
- Sunlight: Time for a Rethink?
- Avoidance of sun exposure as a risk factor for major causes of death: a competing risk analysis of the Melanoma in Southern Sweden cohort
- Higher ultraviolet light exposure is associated with lower mortality: An analysis of data from the UK biobank cohort study
- Video on building a ‘solar callus’ and more info on the benefits of sunlight.
- Real Food for Fertility | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack and Lily Nichols
- The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility (Book) | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
- Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook
- Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Program
Related podcasts & blog posts:
- FFP 216 | Improving Egg Quality | Mitochondria and Fertility | Warren Cargal
- FFP 053 | The Effect of Light on the Menstrual Cycle and Fertility | Sleeping in Darkness to Regulate Menstruation | Natural Family Planning | Joy DeFelice
- FFP 033 | The Garden of Fertility | Night Lighting & Cycle Regulation | Electromagnetic Radiation | Katie Singer
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic
A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors:
Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)
This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women’s health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you’ve been waiting for. Click here to apply now!
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