Maegan Dietze — My Health Journey

My Story

From IVF and exhausted to finally feeling like myself

After my son was born in December 2023, I was doing everything right. Daily resistance training. Peloton rides. High protein meals. As a pediatric nurse with 13+ years in healthcare, I know what healthy looks like. On paper, I was checking every single box.

But what nobody tells you about IVF is what it does to your body after. The hormones required to get pregnant, the delivery, the postpartum season — my body did not feel like mine anymore. I wanted to nap every single afternoon. I could not stay awake after putting my toddler down to work on myself or my goals. I felt like a busted can of biscuits in my clothes. And as someone who has always taken her health seriously, that disconnect was really hard.

My husband Dos was on his own health journey at the same time. Watching each other struggle, and then watching each other change, made this whole thing even more meaningful. We started because I felt completely out of control of my body after IVF. And we are doing it together.

For the first time, my body finally responded the way it was supposed to.

That is what led me to physician-prescribed peptide therapy through EllieMD. I started with GLP-1 / GIP + B12 (tirzepatide), and the shifts went far beyond the scale. My body released 20 pounds. The lower belly pooch that had not moved since my son was born — gone. Brain fog, gone. The postpartum hair loss I had been dealing with? Stopped.

As my journey progressed I added MOTS-c for metabolic support, Tesa/Ipa for body composition and recovery, and KLOW for longevity and skin. Each layer built on the last. Dos has released 60 pounds. We feel proud of each other every single day. We are building our health so we can actually be present for our son as he grows.

I share this because I know there are women doing all the right things and still feeling stuck. You are not failing. Your body may just need a different tool.

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20 lbs body released Postpartum · post-IVF

Beyond the Scale

Zero brain fog — sharp, present, me again
Lower belly pooch: finally gone
Postpartum hair loss stopped
No more afternoon crashes
Better workout recovery & stamina
Consistent energy through the day

Current Protocol

GLP-1 / GIP + B12 Metabolic & appetite
MOTS-c Cellular energy & metabolism
Tesamorelin / Ipamorelin Body composition & recovery
KLOW Stack Longevity & optimization

Peptides 101

What peptides actually are
(in 90 seconds)

Peptides are not a supplement, a stimulant, or a shortcut. They are short chains of amino acids — the same biological signals your body already uses to repair, regulate metabolism, and recover. As a nurse, this is the part that made me trust them.

What they are

Naturally-occurring amino acid sequences your body uses as messengers for tissue repair, hormone signaling, immune balance, appetite regulation, and more.

How they are different

Highly specific. A peptide does not blanket your system the way a supplement does. It signals one targeted pathway. Prescribed by a licensed provider, compounded in a 503A pharmacy.

What to expect

Compounding benefits month over month. Most people feel meaningful shifts in 4–8 weeks. Peptides enhance your habits — they do not replace them.

Layer 1 · The Baseline That Started Everything

GLP-1 / GIP + B12

This is what changed first for me. After IVF left my body feeling completely out of my control, a microdose of GLP-1 / GIP + B12 (tirzepatide) was the first protocol that made my body respond the way it was supposed to. My body released 20 pounds, and the bigger story is everything that shifted beyond the scale.

Two hormones, working together

The mechanism

GLP-1 regulates blood sugar, signals fullness, and slows gastric emptying so you stay satisfied longer. GIP works alongside it to enhance fat metabolism and improve how your body uses glucose. Together, they restore metabolic signaling that gets disrupted by IVF hormones, stress, and the postpartum season.

Why GIP + GLP-1 (not GLP-1 alone)

Better results, gentler ride

The dual-agonist approach is consistently associated with greater weight loss outcomes and a better side-effect profile than GLP-1 monotherapy. Less nausea, more sustainable over the long arc.

You pick the base that fits your goal

One of the things I love about EllieMD's GLP-1 / GIP protocol is that you choose the additive that matches what your body needs. I personally run B12 because of how it stabilizes my energy and blunts nausea, but there are three options:

B12 (Methylcobalamin) — what I take. Stabilizes energy during the appetite-regulation phase and clinically helps blunt nausea. The smoothest ride for most.
L-Carnitine — for body-composition focus. Helps the body shuttle fatty acids into the mitochondria to be burned for energy. Great alongside training.
Glycine — for sleep, recovery, gut support, and collagen stimulation. Calms the nervous system and supports deeper sleep. Great for high-stress phases.

If you are already at goal — the longevity microdose option

Not everyone using GLP-1 / GIP is doing it for weight loss. A growing number of people — including me — use a low-dose microdose protocol for the metabolic, anti-inflammatory, and cognitive benefits without heavy appetite suppression.

Your provider will help you figure out which version fits your goals during the assessment.

Microdose What I take · longevity & metabolic BMI: 20+

Standard Dose Higher appetite suppression · faster weight loss BMI: 25+ · or 22+ if on a GLP-1 in last 45 days

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Free intake · Reviewed by a board-certified provider · Compounded in a 503A licensed pharmacy · FSA/HSA eligible · Available in all 50 states.

Pricing currently starts around $239/mo for the longevity microdose and $299/mo for the weight-loss program. Compare that to $1,000+/mo at most med spas. Visit EllieMD for current rates.

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Beyond the Scale

The shifts I did not expect

When I started GLP-1 / GIP, I was focused on the number on the scale. But the deeper changes — the ones that genuinely shifted my quality of life — happened everywhere else. These are what most people do not talk about.

Afternoon crashes: gone

I used to want to nap every single afternoon. That wall is just not there anymore. My energy holds steady all day — and I am actually awake and present after my toddler goes to bed.

Brain fog lifted

Decisions feel easier. I feel sharper at work, more present at home. As a nurse case manager and a mom, that clarity changes everything about how I show up.

Postpartum belly finally gone

The lower belly pooch that had not budged since my son was born finally responded. The stubborn postpartum spot that every mom knows. Gone.

Hair stopped falling out

Postpartum hair loss is brutal. Mine stopped. I attribute that to this protocol giving my body the support it needed after IVF and delivery.

Training feels productive again

I train daily — resistance and Peloton. My workouts started feeling productive instead of punishing. I bounce back faster and stay consistent.

The food noise got quiet

I did not realize how loud it was until it stopped. The constant mental loop about food got dramatically quieter. It is the most underrated thing that changed.

These are the shifts I personally noticed. What worked for me is not a guarantee for anyone else. Always work with the licensed provider you are matched with through the platform.

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Layer 2 · Hair, Skin & Longevity

The KLOW Stack

GLP-1 / GIP started the shift. KLOW amplified what I could not get to on my own. This is the protocol that finally addressed my postpartum hair loss and got my skin glowing again. The GHK-Cu copper peptide in KLOW drives collagen production at a cellular level — and I felt that difference. Once my foundation was in place, KLOW was the next layer that took things further.

Four pillars of optimization

Tissue Repair

Accelerates healing of muscle, tendon, ligament, and gut tissue. Built to support the wear of daily training and the demands of real life.

Systemic Recovery

Better sleep, faster bounce-back from workouts, deeper nightly recovery. Wake up feeling restored, not depleted.

Inflammatory Balance

Calms low-grade chronic inflammation — the kind that quietly steals your energy, sleep quality, and recovery even when you are doing everything right.

Skin & Hair Renewal

GHK-Cu is the copper peptide behind collagen production and the most-studied skin-quality results in the longevity literature. This is what helped with my postpartum hair loss and skin glow — and I noticed it.

What some people describe over time

Months 1–2
Foundation phase

Some people report softer inflammation, deeper sleep, and noticeably faster recovery from training. Many describe it as “the volume turning down” on chronic aches.
Months 2–3
Recovery + skin

This is where many describe seeing connective tissue and skin shifts — possible changes in hair, nails, and skin tone. Workouts start to feel more productive.
Months 3–4+
Optimization phase

For those who stay consistent, many describe a compounding effect — more stable energy, recovery they can rely on, and continued improvements in skin and hair appearance.

Ready to start KLOW?

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Free intake · Reviewed by a board-certified provider · Compounded in a 503A licensed pharmacy · Shipped to your door.

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Layer 3 · Body Composition & Lower Belly

Tesamorelin / Ipamorelin (Tesa/Ipa)

GLP-1 / GIP helped my body release weight overall. Tesa/Ipa went to work on the stubborn lower belly that every postpartum mom knows — the spot that just would not budge no matter what. This growth hormone releasing combination targets visceral and stubborn fat specifically, and that is where I felt the difference. It also supports deeper sleep, which compounds every other result.

The mechanism

Natural GH stimulation

Tesamorelin stimulates growth hormone release from the pituitary gland and is particularly effective for visceral fat reduction. Ipamorelin amplifies that pulse while supporting sleep architecture. Together they deliver the benefits of optimized GH without synthetic replacement.

Body composition + sleep

Two things that compound

Supports lean mass preservation while in a caloric deficit — especially effective at targeting visceral and stubborn postpartum fat. Ipamorelin works at night, supporting GH pulses during deep sleep so you wake up actually rested.

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Layer 4 · Energy & Metabolic Optimization

MOTS-c

Even after GLP-1 / GIP improved my energy, there was still a deeper, cellular-level fatigue that needed support. MOTS-c is what took my energy from “better” to consistently stable all day. It works at the mitochondrial level — your cells' actual energy centers — and it is one of the most underrated peptides in the conversation. This is the layer that made everything else feel sustainable.

The mechanism

Mitochondrial signaling

MOTS-c originates from the mitochondria and activates AMPK, a key energy-sensing enzyme that supports insulin sensitivity, fat oxidation, and metabolic flexibility. Think of it as helping your body become a more efficient energy machine from the inside out.

Who it is for

The energy amplifier

Women who feel like their energy is “better but not there yet” after starting GLP-1 / GIP. Especially useful postpartum, through hormone shifts, or for anyone stacking peptides and wanting cellular support for everything else to land on.

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Explore the Full Menu

A few of the other peptides EllieMD offers

The full EllieMD menu is broader than what fits on one page. To browse everything, create a free profile in about 2 minutes.

How to see every peptide EllieMD offers

1

Create your free customer profile

Takes about 2 minutes. No charge, no commitment, no health questions — just basic info to unlock access to the EllieMD site and the full product menu.
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2

Every peptide appears under the Products tab

As soon as your profile is created, the full EllieMD menu appears — peptides, supplements, longevity stacks. Everything they carry, in one place.
Look for “Products” in the top nav after sign-in

The starter list below is a curated set — create a free profile to see the full menu.

How It Works

Three steps, 100% remote

No clinic visits. No insurance gymnastics. The whole process, from assessment to your first shipment, happens from your couch. As a nurse mom who works 7 to 3, that mattered a lot to me.

01
Take the health assessment

A free, approximately 10-minute intake covers your goals, history, labs if you have them, and what you have already tried. This is where you tell EllieMD what kind of life you are trying to build.
02
Connect with a licensed provider

A board-certified physician reviews your intake, asks any follow-ups, and decides whether the protocol is right for you. Honest yes or no — they will tell you if it is not the right fit. That oversight is why I trust this platform as a healthcare professional.

Eligibility note: Standard GLP-1 / GIP weight-loss program requires BMI 25+ (or 22+ if you have been on a GLP-1 in the last 45 days). The longevity microdose requires BMI 20+. Other peptides have their own criteria. Your provider has the final say.
03
It arrives at your door

Your protocol is compounded in a 503A licensed pharmacy and shipped to your door in a beautiful branded canister. Inside: your vial, syringes, alcohol swabs, and instructions. Ongoing provider messaging is built in. You are never alone with the protocol.

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For the Entrepreneur in You

Cover your peptides by sharing your story

Real talk: I am a nurse, I have a toddler at home, and I work 7 to 3. I did not think I had room for anything else. But I found something I genuinely believe in and it actually fits my real life.

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Referrals

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1 Your Own
Order

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$0 Your Peptides,
Paid For

Refer four customers, place your own order — your peptides are essentially financed by your network.

By the numbers

$79 One-time enrollment fee

$8/mo Back-office website

20% Back on your own orders

Up to 40% RESIDUAL on customer referrals

$0 Hidden fees. Ever.

No inventory, no shipping, no fulfillment

EllieMD handles all of it. Your job is sharing what worked for you. The platform handles intake, prescription, compounding, and delivery.

Build a team, build residual income

Sponsor others under you and earn on their volume. This is how I'm building my own — and it's how I'll personally help you build yours.

Mentorship from me — plus an AMAZING team

If you join our team, you're plugging into real, hands-on support:

Weekly team coaching call — live business + social media training
Guest mentors — 6- and 7-figure earners we bring in to teach
Resource vault — scripts, content templates, training videos, and a plug-and-play CRM ready to go
A community of women cheering you on. You're not figuring this out alone.

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The Brand Partner program is a separate business opportunity governed by EllieMD's own terms. Income is not guaranteed and depends on individual effort and results.

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Two doors. Pick yours.

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For your body

Try the products

Take the free EllieMD assessment, connect with a licensed provider, and get a protocol shipped to your door. This is where I started.

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For your business

Partner with my team

Become a Brand Partner with our team and I will personally help you build real income from sharing what has worked for you. It fits real life.

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FAQ

Questions I get most often

If yours is not here, your provider will answer it during your intake review.

How much does this actually cost?

EllieMD's pricing currently starts around $239/mo for the GLP-1 / GIP + B12 longevity microdose and $299/mo for the full weight-loss program, billed in 3-month supplies. For reference, most med spas charge $1,000+ per month for the same compounded medications. KLOW and other longevity protocols are priced separately. Pricing is subject to change — sign in to EllieMD for current rates. PayPal Pay-in-4 is available at checkout.

Who qualifies? Is there a BMI requirement?

Eligibility is decided by the licensed provider you are matched with, not by me. As a general guide:

Standard dose for weight loss: BMI 25+ (or BMI 22+ if you have been on a GLP-1 in the last 45 days)
Longevity Microdose: BMI 20+

KLOW, NAD+, and other peptides each have their own criteria. The provider has the final say.

Is this safe postpartum or after IVF?

This is the question I get most as a nurse mom who went through IVF. Your licensed provider will assess your full history and health status before prescribing anything. That medical evaluation is the safety step. If you have concerns specific to your postpartum or IVF journey, share them during the intake. Your provider will tell you honestly whether this is the right tool for your current season.

Do I need a prescription?

Yes. Therapeutic peptides require a licensed provider's evaluation and prescription. That is exactly why EllieMD's model exists: to make that path simple, remote, and rooted in real medical oversight. As a nurse, this is the part that made me trust the platform.

Where are the peptides made? Are they safe?

Compounded in a 503A licensed pharmacy in the United States, prescribed by board-certified providers, and shipped directly to you. This is clinical-grade compounding, not research-use-only material from the internet. Safety oversight is built in from intake to delivery.

What about postpartum hair loss?

Postpartum hair loss is real and it is brutal. Here is what I can share from my own experience: my hair loss stopped after starting my protocol. Hair shedding during rapid weight loss can happen, but the most protective things are adequate protein at every meal, iron, B-vitamins, and not crashing your dose too fast. Talk to your provider about what is right for you. Biotin and collagen support are also worth discussing.

How long until I see results?

It depends on the protocol and the goal. With GLP-1 / GIP, many people feel appetite shifts in the first 1 to 2 weeks. With KLOW and the longevity-focused protocols, meaningful changes show up between weeks 4 to 8 and compound from there. Peptides are not a 7-day fix. They are a foundation that builds.

Is this covered by insurance? FSA / HSA?

Many EllieMD products are FSA/HSA eligible. Insurance coverage is generally limited for compounded medications, but the FSA/HSA path is real and worth checking against your plan during the intake.

Can I run multiple peptide protocols at the same time?

Yes. That is actually how thoughtful protocols are designed. I personally run GLP-1 / GIP, MOTS-c, Tesa/Ipa, and KLOW. Your provider will help you sequence and stack based on your goals.

Will the weight come back if I stop?

Honest answer: GLP-1 / GIP works partly by quieting appetite signaling. When you stop, that signaling returns to baseline. Without foundational habits in place (protein, strength training, sleep), regain is common. With a strong foundation, many people maintain long-term. Some choose to stay on a lower microdose indefinitely for the metabolic and longevity benefits. Talk it through with your provider when you are ready to think about tapering.

What is the deal with becoming a Brand Partner?

EllieMD has a Brand Partner program for anyone who uses the products and wants to share them. If you are interested in earning income while sharing what has worked for you, you can partner under our team here and I will personally help you get started. I vetted this as a nurse and I show up for the people on my team.

Do I need to follow a specific diet or workout plan?

Peptides amplify the work you put in. They are not a replacement for protein, sleep, hydration, and movement. The people who get the strongest, most sustainable results pair their protocol with high protein at every meal, strength training 2 to 4 times per week, real food, and 7 to 8 hours of sleep. You do not need to be perfect. You just need to be consistent. The peptides do the rest.

Is this available in my state?

EllieMD operates in all 50 states. Specific protocols may have state-by-state nuances. The intake will route you to the right provider for your state automatically.

Follow My Journey

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Daily real life, peptide education, postpartum confidence, simple meals, faith, and the wins along the way. Come say hi.

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After IVF, I was doing all the right things — and my body still didn’t feel like mine.

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From IVF and exhausted to finally feeling like myself

What peptides actually are (in 90 seconds)

What they are

How they are different

What to expect

GLP-1 / GIP + B12

The mechanism

Better results, gentler ride

You pick the base that fits your goal

If you are already at goal — the longevity microdose option

Take the assessment — see if you are a fit

The shifts I did not expect

Afternoon crashes: gone

Brain fog lifted

Postpartum belly finally gone

Hair stopped falling out

Training feels productive again

The food noise got quiet

The KLOW Stack

Four pillars of optimization

Tissue Repair

Systemic Recovery

Inflammatory Balance

Skin & Hair Renewal

What some people describe over time

Foundation phase

Recovery + skin

Optimization phase

Take the assessment to see if KLOW is right for you

Tesamorelin / Ipamorelin (Tesa/Ipa)

Natural GH stimulation

Two things that compound

Create a free profile to view

MOTS-c

Mitochondrial signaling

The energy amplifier

Create a free profile to view

A few of the other peptides EllieMD offers

Create your free customer profile

Every peptide appears under the Products tab

NAD+ Injection

Methylene Blue

Sermorelin Injection

B12 Injection

Glutathione Injection

Thymosin Alpha-1

Three steps, 100% remote

Take the health assessment

Connect with a licensed provider

It arrives at your door

Cover your peptides by sharing your story

No inventory, no shipping, no fulfillment

Build a team, build residual income

Mentorship from me — plus an AMAZING team

Two doors. Pick yours.

Try the products

Partner with my team

Questions I get most often

Come find me on Instagram

Not sure where to start?
Take the free peptide quiz.

What peptides actually are
(in 90 seconds)