Recipes & resources intentionally created to help goal-oriented women find

peace from perfectionism

while optimizing their fertility.

The “Perfectionist” Archetype

The woman who believes she must perform, achieve, or behave flawlessly in order to feel safe, worthy, or in control. It’s not about “liking things neat” — it’s a deeper identity pattern shaped by nervous system wiring, early experiences, and internalized expectations.
Core Beliefs

“I must get everything right.”
“Mistakes aren’t allowed.”
“If I don’t do it perfectly, it doesn’t count.”
“My worth is tied to my performance.”
…these beliefs drive both achievement and exhaustion…
Core Motivators

Safety through control
Approval through achievement
Predictability through planning
Avoidance of criticism or failure
…this is why you excel, but feel chronically tense…
Core Fears

Being seen as inadequate
Losing control
Disappointing others
Failing publicly or privately
…these fears keep the perfectionist in a state of numbness to what the body is trying to communicate…
Behavioral Patterns

Overworking or over-preparing
All‑or‑nothing thinking
Difficulty resting
Procrastination (because the bar feels impossibly high)
Hyper‑responsibility
Difficulty delegating
Constant self‑monitoring
How Do These Patterns Show Up in A Fertility Journey?

Burnout resulting in irregular menstrual cycles or lack of a period
Self‑criticism: why can’t I get pregnant?
Chronic stress: low androgen levels and overall lower production of reproductive hormones
Difficulty receiving support
Shame around hormone imbalances or the inability to conceive

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Leigh created Fertile Intentions with a mission in mind. Fertility can be overwhelming, especially to high-achieving women who are accustomed to working harder to achieve the outcome they desire. Often, these women experience cycle irregularities and can even lose their period as a result of the chronic stress put upon themselves to achieve. Leigh saw the need to support these patients through their fertility journey by providing simple and effective recipes

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