The Iron Deficiency Playbook

If you've been told your iron levels are "normal" but you still feel exhausted, foggy, anxious, or like something's just off, then this guide is for you.

Written by a board-certified OB/GYN, The Iron Deficiency Playbook breaks down what most standard bloodwork misses: the difference between "normal" and optimal ferritin, and why so many women are left symptomatic despite a "normal" lab report.

What's inside:

• The difference between hemoglobin and ferritin and why doctors often check only one of these
• Iron deficiency anemia vs. non-anemic iron deficiency (NAID), explained clearly
• What ferritin levels are considered "normal" vs. optimal, and why that gap matters
• How low ferritin shows up in the body; including symptoms often missed or misattributed, like fatigue, sleep disruption, anxiety, hair loss, and perimenopause-like symptoms
• What a proper initial evaluation should include
• How to take oral iron effectively (including absorption tips and how to manage side effects)
• When IV iron may be worth discussing with your provider
• How to self-advocate and find a provider who will actually listen

Who it's for:

Anyone who suspects low iron is affecting how they feel, especially those who've been brushed off with a "your labs are fine," are pregnant or postpartum, are navigating perimenopause, or simply want to understand their bloodwork instead of just trusting a checkbox.

What you'll gain:

By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly what questions to ask, what numbers to look for, and how to push for the testing and treatment you actually need, so you can stop guessing and start feeling like yourself again.