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“Forgive yourself for not knowing what you did not know before you learned it”
Written by our team of naturopathic doctors, our blog is designed to help support your fertility and reproductive health.
The Implantation Truffle Recipe
Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND
My most requested recipe is the “implantation truffle”. I love baking and always bake with chocolate. This recipe doesn’t even actually require baking, it’s easy!
What does AMH (ovarian reserve) have to do with natural fertility success? Not a whole lot
Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND
AMH stands for “Anti-Mullerian Hormone”, which is a hormone produced by developing follicles (aka eggs). AMH is used as a measure of ovarian reserve, as it is secreted by the follicles in the ovaries. The idea is that the more follicles you have, the higher your AMH value will be and the higher your fertile potential. The more eggs you have, the later you’ll go into menopause. A low value means a low number of eggs remaining, which means less fertile potential.
Your Guide to a More Comfortable Egg Retrieval
Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND
Did you know that the egg retrieval procedure is considered minor surgery? No to worry though, you’ll be sedated! (Which means don’t go alone, you’ll need someone to drive you home.) This blog is filled with tips and tricks to get you through the procedure with knowledge and ease.
The Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Starting IVF
Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND
IVF is a big step, physically and financially, and you likely have questions before you commit but you just don’t know what to ask. Of course, how do you know what you don’t know?! The purpose of this blog is to inform you about the IVF process and provide you with some preliminary questions to ask your Reproductive Endocrinologist (RE). It’s important that you feel empowered and in-control when it comes to the decision of IVF. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and advocate for yourself, you always deserve to be in the know!
The 10 Foods To Eat During the 2-Week Wait
Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND
Through the countless appointments, medications, and procedures! Now all there’s left to do is wait, and maybe wait a little more. These two weeks are a time for you to do absolutely nothing: love yourself, hug yourself, and reflect on how you’re stronger than was ever thought humanly possible!
5 Natural Ways to Increase Uterine Lining Thickness and Prepare for an Embryo Transfer
Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND
Uterine (or endometrial) lining thickness is a useful predictor of embryo implantation and miscarriage prevention. It is measured via ultrasound during cycle monitoring, IUI, IVF, and frozen embryo transfers. A thin lining can halt the entire fertility process, and not seeing any growth in thickness, despite medical efforts, can be really frustrating.
“Forgive yourself for not knowing what you didn’t know before you learned it.”
- MAYA ANGELOU