WeNatal
Unlocking Infertility, Miscarriages & Healthy Pregnancies With WeNatal: Prenatal Vitamins for Both Men & Women From Ronit Menashe & Vida Delrahim
EPISODE: 74 | DATE: April 28, 2022
1 out of 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage. 1 out of 7 couples are dealing with fertility challenges. Research shows that men account for 50% of infertility and pregnancy health…but no one is talking about it! Until now.
Key Takeaways
Today’s episode is for you if:
1. You are currently taking a prenatal vitamin
2. You are actively trying to get pregnant
3. You are in your reproductive years
4. You have experienced or are experiencing any kind of pregnancy loss or infertility
My guests on the show today are Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, the founders of the newest prenatal vitamin company on the market, and the only prenatal vitamin company for men!
WeNatal is the first prenatal supplement intentionally optimized for her and for him. Reimagining the gender paradigms around fertility and pregnancy, WeNatal is shifting prenatal care from women-centered to couples-centered—from Me to We.
THE BACKSTORY:
Ronit and Vida were both pregnant at the same time with their second babies, and miscarried a week apart. They thought they were doing everything right — taking prenatal vitamins, implementing a clean lifestyle and stress reduction, exercising, etc. — yet still, they experienced pregnancy loss. Through extensive research and consultation with doctors and experts, they realized that they weren’t paying attention to the other half of the equation…their husbands’ health. They realized how important preconception health is, not just for mothers but for future fathers.
This is how WeNatal was born.
THE PROBLEM
Fertility rates and healthy pregnancy outcomes are at an all-time low. For generations, men have not been a part of the conversation, yet they account for 50% of infertility and pregnancy health issues. Throughout history, the burden of infertility has fallen disproportionately on women. And while the female prenatal market is saturated, the vast majority of prenatal supplements focus on a female-centered approach. WeNatal is here to change that.
THE PRODUCTS
The WeNatal formula was developed by a team of Functional Medicine doctors, nutritionists, and fertility experts and is supported by cutting-edge scientific research.
WeNatal is backed by industry leading experts, including Dr. Mark Hyman, Chris Kresser, and Kelly LeVeque.
- WeNatal for Him provides comprehensive, evidenced-based levels of vitamins and minerals that have been shown to support male reproductive health by boosting testosterone levels and sperm production.
- WeNatal for Her is formulated to support female reproductive health with clinically-proven levels of nutrients that support conception, a healthy pregnancy, development of a healthy baby, and mom’s recovery post-delivery.
WHAT MAKES THEM DIFFERENT
✓ Clean Formula: No synthetic dyes, fillers, preservatives, or artificial ingredients.
✓ Right Nutrients, Right Dose: Research backed formula with key nutrients, including folate and choline, in their most bioavailable forms.
✓ Just Three Capsules Daily: Nutrient density of 6 to 8 capsules packed into just 3 a day.
✓ Attention to Men’s Health: Unique formula to promote reproductive health for the other half of the equation.
✓ Sustainably Delivered: Designed with the Earth in mind. Each subscription starter kit includes a refillable glass jar and travel vial. Monthly refills are shipped in a convenient pouch, made from recycled materials.
✓ The Only Supplement with a Holistic Approach: Supporting mind and body with effective tools like the WeNatal Journal.
Tune in to learn more about this amazing, female led, female founded company!
And visit https://wenatal.com/ to get more information and to order yours today!
ABOUT RONIT
With over 16 years of experience as a leader in marketing and strategy in the wellness industry, Ronit Menashe is passionate about working with brands that make a difference in the world.
After getting her MBA at USC Marshall, Ronit kicked off her marketing career at the number one, world-recognized fitness brand, Nike Inc. where she had various leadership positions across Nike, Hurley and Nike Affiliate Brands.
Passionate about wellness and functional medicine, Ronit is certified in Chris Kresser’s ADAPT Practitioner Training Program and sought out a role with one of the pioneers in the functional medicine space, Dr. Mark Hyman. Within her role, Ronit oversaw brand and operations for Hyman’s private practice, The UltraWellness Center and Hyman Digital. She launched two of Hyman’s recent books, Food: What the Heck Should I Cook and Food Fix. Both books made the New York Times List.
Ronit believes that access to education, nutrition and healthcare can truly make the world a better place and is excited to innovate in the prenatal space to create the next generation of prenatal supplements for her and for him.
Ronit is a mom of two girls, Eden and Emma and lives in Pacific Palisades, California. She loves to bring people together to support and champion other women and create community.
ABOUT VIDA
Vida Delrahim is a marketing leader bringing nearly 16 years of leadership experience in Brand and Sports Marketing. She is the Senior Marketing Director at Nike and began her Nike career as an intern while studying at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). Vida has since held several roles at Nike across marketing, events and brand and product stewardship. Vida is an innovator, brand marketer, and strategic leader with a proven track record of leading large teams and multi-million dollar brand activations. A few highlights from her brand marketing career were leading experiences like the Nike Women’s Marathon, Human Race, 2014 World Cup and Nike Women LA.
Vida’s leadership was instrumental in Nike’s work on the first-ever Nike Women Coach LA, leading to the recruitment of nearly 500 new female coaches to help inspire the next generation of female athletes in Los Angeles.
Vida is extremely passionate about family, health, fitness and community. She loves to make sport a daily habit and you can often find her at LA sporting events with her husband and two daughters, Dalia (4) and Davina (10 months).
Resources mentioned in this episode
Book: It Starts With the Egg by Rebecca Fett
Book: Super Gut by William Davis, MD
2018 MTHFR study from PubMed
Episode #11 with Marissa DiSimone about infertility and IVF
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