Yes, You Can Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding – Here’s What to Know
In this post, we’re going to answer some of your most-asked questions about breastfeeding and postpartum fertility.
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Getting Started with Meditations for Fertility (+ 5 Videos We LOVE)
Meditation has powerful effects on the mind and body when it comes to alleviating the stress associated with infertility. Read on to learn how you can get started with fertility meditation!
AMH Levels & Fertility: Understanding Tests & the Results
Struggling with your fertility is an all consuming journey and there is no shortage of tips, tricks, and tests to help you understand what’s going on with your body. One test you’re definitely going to want to pay attention to on your fertility journey is your anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) levels.
Do You Ovulate on Birth Control? What to Expect from Your Body
If you have been taking hormonal birth control for a while, you might be curious about how it is affecting your body. Maybe you are concerned about some side effects you are experiencing and want to change methods — or perhaps you are thinking about going off birth control altogether so you can conceive. Whatever the case, here is what you can expect from your body and your ovulation when taking (and stopping) birth control.
Getting Pregnant After 40: Difficulty, Risks, and How to Conceive
Most of us have heard about our biological clocks and perhaps some of you have felt it ticking away. Even so many women are waiting until later in life to start a family. So how difficult is it to get pregnant after 40?
What Is a Birth Control Cleanse? And Do I Need One?
Have you been doing online research about ending your birth control and starting your fertility journey? Have you seen ads and articles about birth control cleanses and detoxes? You might be asking yourself what it is and do I need to do it to increase my chances of conceiving. We are here to help answer those questions.
What is Preeclampsia? Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments
Pregnancy is a time of changes for your body. Most of these changes are normal, but some changes are signs of bigger issues. One of the most common pregnancy complications is preeclampsia. Occurring in about 1 and 20 pregnancies it can become very serious if left untreated.
Getting Pregnant with Uterine Fibroids: What To Know and Do
Uterine fibroids are a condition that affect many women at some time during their reproductive years. You may have them or previously had them and not even know it.
Leukorrhea: What is it and could it be an early sign of pregnancy?
Cervical mucus discharge is something that nearly all women experience, but probably don’t think a lot about. It is a normal part of a woman’s menstrual cycle and an important indicator of health. As your body goes through normal hormonal cycles you will notice changes in vaginal discharge.
How to Treat Diminished Ovarian Reserve
Have you heard of the proverbial biological clock? While not one of our favorite topics it is a real thing for most women. As you age your ability to reproduce naturally decreases due to a lower egg count and decreased egg quality. This is known as diminished ovarian reserve.
Mira vs BBT: Which is Right For You?
In our series comparing different methods of tracking fertility we previously discussed OPKs. There are so many other methods out there to consider – from the most basic to the most scientifically advanced. This time we are going to go a little more basic and explore the use of basal body temperature tracking as a fertility awareness method.
Mira vs OPKs: Which is Right For You?
If you are trying to conceive or just curious about your body’s natural cycles you have probably done a little research into ovulation trackers. There are so many options out there so it can be confusing to know which one is right for you. In a new series of comparisons we will lay out the facts about some of your options so you can make an informed decision about this important aspect of your feminine health.
Treating Infertility With Clomid: What To Know
If you have discussed fertility treatment with your doctor you might have heard of Clomid. This is the most prescribed drug in fertility treatment and often the first one tried. So what is it, how does it work, and what other options are there?
What is a Missed Miscarriage?
When you first find out you are pregnant it is a time of excitement and hope. For those who have had a difficult time conceiving or have suffered previous pregnancy losses it can be a stressful time as well.
10 Ways To Increase Sperm Count
One in six couples experiences infertility and of those, about half are related to male infertility. If you are having issues conceiving your healthcare provider will be able to run tests and take a medical history to help determine what the problem is.
Non-hormonal Birth Control After Withdrawal
Have you been on the pill or other hormonal birth control for a while and are considering stopping? Maybe you are looking to get pregnant or you are hoping to switch to a non-hormonal or natural birth control method? Knowing what to expect when you stop will set you up for a less stressful transition.
10 Things You Should Know About Sex and Trying to Conceive
When you are trying to conceive you might have sex on the brain more but not necessarily in a fun way. You probably have a lot of questions about sex now that you are focused on trying to get pregnant.