Speakers

Star Edwards, MS, RDN/LD

Summary

The gut and vaginal microbiomes play a critical role in a woman’s health across every stage of life, influencing fertility, pregnancy, infant health, and menopause.

Emerging research highlights how microbial balance impacts reproductive outcomes, immune function, and overall well-being. This presentation, Microbiome Insights: Motherhood through Menopause, explores the dynamic shifts in the gut and vaginal microbiomes during key reproductive transitions. We will discuss their role in conception, the impact of microbiota on pregnancy and infant health, and the microbiome’s evolving function through menopause.

By understanding these microbial ecosystems, we can unlock new opportunities for optimizing women’s health at every stage of life.

Topics:
●Role of gut and vaginal microbiome in fertility outcomes.
●Gut microbiome transitions during pregnancy.
●Impact of maternal gut microbiome on fetal development.
●Preparing the maternal gut and vaginal microbiomes for delivery and breastfeeding.
●Impact on infant health.
●Gut and vaginal microbiome shifts and menopause.
●Case Study