Is There a Link between Microbiome and Fertility? The human microbiome is a complex and diverse ecosystem of microorganisms that inhabit our bodies. Recent research has shown that the microbiome plays a crucial role in maintaining our overall health and well-being, including our fertility. The microbiome is made up of trillions of microorganisms that reside […]
Whether you’ve been trying to conceive for a long time or just found out you got pregnant spontaneously, there are a lot of adjustments to make in the first trimester. Take Your Vitamins If you haven’t been taking a prenatal vitamin, it’s time to start. Prenatals contain the essential vitamins and minerals your baby needs […]
What about Period Panties and Fertility? If you heard about Thinx recently settling a class-action lawsuit about the marketing of their period underwear as “non-toxic,” you might be wondering how menstrual products might impact your fertility and if there are alternatives. The New York Times article about this topic discusses “forever chemicals” (more formally known […]
The Role of Vitamin D in the Body Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that our bodies make when our skin is exposed to ultraviolet light from the sun. Our liver and kidneys also join in converting vitamin D into a usable form. If you live above the 45th parallel, like we do here in […]
Many people know that it’s important to eat a healthy, balanced diet when they’re trying to conceive. But they might not know why. Keeping blood sugar reasonably even, without major spikes (or dips), can help keep the rest of the body, and especially the reproductive system, in order. Blood sugar spikes and dips can wreck […]
You are finally ready to start your family and you want to avoid months of disappointment. This is the guide for you. Avoid these common fertility mistakes when you’re trying to get pregnant. Common Fertility Mistakes 1. Assuming you know when you ovulate First of all, you have to figure out when you ovulate. Many […]
You have finally gotten a positive pregnancy test! Before you can schedule your first prenatal appointment, it’s time to find an obstetrician or midwife you want to work with. Some clinics are ‘group practices,’ and you might see a different provider every time you go in. In a small practice, you might see the same […]
What to Do Before Getting Pregnant If you are thinking of starting your family, then now is a great time to plan ahead and get started on some healthier habits that will prepare you for pregnancy and parenthood! Multivitamins for both partners Preconception vitamins are important to ensure that the eggs and sperm are the […]
Blood Sugar and Fertility There are many factors at play when it comes to whether someone can get pregnant easily or not, but one factor that is (mostly) under your control is your blood sugar. Under normal conditions, when you eat a meal, the carbohydrates are broken down into simple sugars, which is the body’s […]
Preparing for a Successful Embryo Transfer You have made it through the egg retrieval process and spent a little time recovering. Or, maybe you’re using donor eggs so you didn’t need to go through an egg retrieval. Or, you are opting for a fresh transfer right after a retrieval. Whatever the circumstances around your embryo […]
