Women’s fertility is not a straight-forward subject. There are many layers to conception, and both parties, male and female, play a role in the outcome. While trying to conceive may be stressful for many couples (seeing that 15% of couples in the US struggle to conceive), we want to remind you that you have some …
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If you’re struggling to conceive, you’re not alone. In fact, an estimated 10% of women aged 15-49 have problems with getting or staying pregnant. Fortunately, there are fertility tests to help you better understand your body and find solutions. Below, we’ll guide you through the most popular at-home fertility tests. What defines infertility? For those …
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PCOS, short for polycystic ovary syndrome, affects 1 in 10 women. It is one of the most common hormonal disorders in women of childbearing age. A typical PCOS treatment plan from traditional medicine is Metformin (a medication used to treat abnormal blood sugar in diabetes) or birth control pills in an attempt to balance hormones …
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If you feel confused over conflicting medical advice on what to take and what not to take during pregnancy, you’re not alone. Here are a few myths on vitamins for pregnancy that we’d like to debunk now. Myth #1: If it says “prenatal multivitamin,” you’re good to go. Fact: Not all prenatal vitamins are the …
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Infertility struggles hurt. If you haven’t conceived a child after a year or more of trying, you may face an “infertility” diagnosis. Don’t let that be the end of the story. Let’s talk about fertility. If you and your partner have decided to start a family but can’t seem to get the ball rolling – …
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IVF for male infertility may feel like the obvious—perhaps only—option. If you or your partner have been diagnosed with male factor infertility, you know the drill. First there was the excitement of trying to have a baby. Then came the waiting. Then the anxiety. Finally, the awkward doctor’s appointments, where you’re asked to do things …
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You may or may not have heard about seed cycling yet, as it is gaining popularity, for fertility. It was a tool I learned in medical school for regulating periods naturally. Seed cycling is useful for the woman wanting to get pregnant or the woman who wants regular, predictable periods without taking birth control pills. …
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Pregnancy isn’t a random event. Trying to get pregnant can be pretty stressful though. You want to know how and what to eat to get pregnant faster. Thankfully, researchers have gone ahead of us, and here are the most important food habits for a pre-pregnancy diet. Don’t leave it to whim! Nutrition is an essential …
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Whether you are struggling to conceive or just starting to explore the possibility of having children, the holidays can be a stressful time for couples. Maybe it’s someone asking you about your timeline for having kids, or maybe you’re surrounded by little ones in your family. Whatever it is, the pressure to get pregnant is …
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