Your menstrual cycle holds valuable clues about your fertility health… And, your follicular phase is no excpetion! The follicular phase is the second stage of your cycle, right after your period, where your body prepares itself to get pregnant. To understand your menstrual cycle better, let’s break it down into four phases: the period phase …
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Did you know that your menstrual cycle and your period hold valuable clues about your reproductive health? It’s true! You probably already know that a *normal* menstrual cycle typically occurs every month, ideally lasting between 26 to 30 days. However, every woman’s cycle is unique. Some have shorter periods, while others experience longer ones. But …
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Do you know what fertility supplements you should be on while you are trying to conceive? Trying to get pregnant is not the same for every woman. It’s much easier for some than others. If you and your partner are having trouble conceiving, then it’s better that you both take extra steps to improve your …
There are a lot of misconceptions about exercise for fertility. If you’re wondering when you should work out while you’re trying to conceive, you’re in the right place! On this YouTube episode of The Fertility Godmother’s Show, I talked about the best time to exercise when you’re trying to get pregnant! Personally, I love exercising …
One thing I hear over and over from women and couples I work with is that there is no shortage of stress on Your Fertility Journey! The consensus is… it’s stressful! As we all know, stress can be a real monster, affecting not just our overall health but also our fertility health, too! When you’re …
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Are you trying to conceive and wondering if your sleeping habits affect your fertility potential? If you said yes, then you’re in the right place. Sleep, Overall Health… and Fertility Getting enough quality sleep is important for overall health and well-being. You’ve probably heard that getting a good night’s rest will help with brain function …
Infertility is a lot more common than most people think. It affects around 1 in 6 couples. Around 5% of infertile couples turn to IVF (in vitro fertilization) to help them conceive. There are fertile people who pursue IVF for other reasons too. Currently, approximately 1 in 50 babies are now born using IVF. The …
Are you frustrated that you are not getting pregnant as quickly as you hoped? Do you find yourself wondering “Will it ever happen?” Egg quality can affect whether fertilization and implantation will occur. But it also affects the viability of a pregnancy. And, the options usually given to women include: using an egg donor IVF …
There are toxins all around us. Our bodies hoard toxins from chemicals in the environment, the food we eat, and products in our homes. But what do you know about the effect of these environmental toxins on the ability to get pregnant? Environmental toxins such as pesticides, heavy metals, and industrial chemicals have been linked …
Many women do not realize it, but your period is a window into your fertility. Your monthly cycle is giving you clues about your pregnancy potential. If you are struggling with your fertility or have been trying to get pregnant, start by looking at your menstrual cycle. How long is your cycle? Do you have a …
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