Ferta began with my fight to reclaim my body from a medical system that failed me.
At 14, my body began reacting to my own negligence. I stopped having a period entirely, and doctors handed me birth control pills as the solution.
They called it a fix, but it silenced the truth my body was screaming. For 13 years, I thought I was having normal periods, completely unaware that the monthly bleeding was nothing more than a “withdrawal bleed” caused by the sugar pills in each pack.
Everything changed when I met Alexander. After a college injury, he became fascinated by the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
He discovered the hidden key to health, and it’s not what doctors tell you.
Hormones don’t just control fertility, they rule your entire body.
And they’re the secret to fixing what’s really wrong.
He also realized that birth control wasn’t just a form of contraception; it was masking deeper issues while shutting down natural hormone production.
Motivated to take back control of my health, I stopped taking birth control. But my period didn’t return. I consulted multiple gynecologists across the U.S. and Asia, and every diagnosis was the same: PCOS. The only solution they were able to offer me was to go back on birth control. But the diagnosis didn’t match my symptoms, and I knew something was being overlooked.
It wasn’t until we found a functional doctor who actually listened and took a holistic, science-backed approach—combining thorough testing with genuine care—that we discovered the truth:
I had Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, not PCOS.
Years of undereating, over exercising, and pushing my body through relentless stress had taken a toll. Add to that:
My body simply didn’t feel safe enough to reproduce.
With the correct diagnosis, we finally had the answers we needed to start healing—not just my fertility, but my overall health. Together, Alexander and I immersed ourselves in fertility science, functional medicine, and root-cause healing. Through this process, I not only restored my periods but went on to have two healthy children—naturally.
You deserve better than a broken system.
We’ve been there, lost, ignored, hopeless.
That’s why Ferta exists: to light the way with answers no one else is finding.
By addressing those root causes, it’s possible to restore hormonal health and unlock the body’s natural ability to reproduce. We combine cutting-edge medical science with functional medicine to create personalized protocols that address root causes rather than just symptoms. Our comprehensive team includes fertility specialists, health coaches, and functional nutritionists who work together to support your journey.
At Ferta, our mission is to share this knowledge and empower others to heal—just as we did.
Whether you’re actively trying to conceive, considering alternatives to IVF, or looking to heal your hormonal health, we provide evidence-based, personalized care that treats your body as a whole.
After a 16-year journey dealing with multiple misdiagnoses, misinformation, and finally being correctly diagnosed with hypothalamic amenorrhea, Preethi discovered the power of addressing root causes in fertility health. A tech entrepreneur and mother of two, she successfully reversed her condition using integrative medicine and cutting-edge fertility science. Her transformation inspired her to co-found Ferta, where she helps women restore their fertility naturally without spending years searching for answers like she did.
Alexander’s journey began with his research into metabolic health and hormone optimization. His understanding of hormonal health helped Preethi overcome her fertility challenges and led to developing the “Metabolic Theory of Infertility,” which forms the foundation of Ferta’s approach. His expertise in both male and female fertility drives Ferta’s comprehensive protocols that address fertility as a holistic health marker.
Dr. Anupama brings both conventional medical expertise and lifestyle medicine to Ferta’s team. As an OB-GYN and lifestyle medicine physician, she offers comprehensive reproductive optimization through natural, lifestyle-based interventions. Her integrated approach helps men and women restore and optimize their fertility through evidence-based natural fertility restoration solutions.
Ishita is a functional nutritionist at Ferta, specializing in fertility, hormonal balance, and reproductive health. She works closely with doctors to design personalised nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement protocols. Since 2020, she has focused exclusively on fertility nutrition, integrating her advanced training in Nutrition and Dietetics and root-cause analysis.
Lauren brings over a decade of fertility coaching expertise and neuroscience training to Ferta’s holistic approach. As a mind-body fertility coach, birth doula, and somatic experiencing practitioner, she created the FULLY Fertile Method to address what conventional treatment misses: the mental body, emotional body, and nervous system. Her evidence-based approach helps clients through somatic emotional processing and nervous system regulation to achieve natural pregnancy after failed IVF cycles, challenging diagnosis, and recurring loss.
About Us:
Ferta (formerly Akhanda) is a fertility company. Our scientifically backed protocol is focused on helping men and women heal their fertility, reverse their reproductive age and fix their hormonal and metabolic health.
Our philosophy is that fertility is a vital sign and inseparable from metabolic health. We identify and address root causes of infertility and hormonal imbalances rather than just treating symptoms.
Position Overview:
As a Health Coach at Ferta, you will play a key role in supporting clients address their fertility challenges and overall hormonal health. You will work closely with women and men to educate, motivate, and guide them toward healthier lifestyle choices that help heal and restore their health. This role will involve a combination of one-on-one coaching, group sessions, and collaboration with our internal team of nutritionists, researchers, and doctors.
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Why Join Us?
About Us:
Ferta (formerly Akhanda) is a fertility company. Our scientifically backed protocol is focused on helping men and women heal their fertility, reverse their reproductive age and fix their hormonal and metabolic health.
Our philosophy is that fertility is a vital sign and inseparable from metabolic health. We identify and address root causes of infertility and hormonal imbalances rather than just treating symptoms.
Position Overview:
As a Health Coach at Ferta, you will play a key role in supporting clients address their fertility challenges and overall hormonal health. You will work closely with women and men to educate, motivate, and guide them toward healthier lifestyle choices that help heal and restore their health. This role will involve a combination of one-on-one coaching, group sessions, and collaboration with our internal team of nutritionists, researchers, and doctors.
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Why Join Us?
About Us:
Ferta (formerly Akhanda) is a fertility company dedicated to transforming reproductive wellness. Our scientifically validated protocol empowers men and women to restore their fertility, reverse reproductive aging, and optimize hormonal and metabolic health. At Ferta, we view fertility as a cornerstone of vitality—inextricably linked to metabolic well-being. Rather than merely addressing symptoms, we target the root causes of infertility and hormonal imbalances, delivering solutions grounded in precision and care.
Position Overview:
We’re looking for someone to shape our presence in the digital world. You’d be the creative mind and voice behind how we connect with our audience and highlight our unique and groundbreaking approach to fertility. If you are skilled in social media content creation and have a passion for health, this is perfect for you. This is a part-time, remote position. You’d work closely with our marketing, leadership, and care teams to bring our vision to life across platforms.
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