The 6 Best Fertility Supplements to Help You Get Pregnant A list of the best prenatal supplements, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants for women trying to get pregnant, including how much to take to support pregnancy
Does Tylenol Use in Pregnancy Cause Autism? 4 min read September 23, 2025 Bird&Be LifestyleMental HealthPregnancy The cause of autism is not Tylenol use during pregnancy. Here's what we do know about autism and acetaminophen safety while pregnant
Debunking Male Fertility Mythsβwith Doctor-Backed Answers 6 min read September 22, 2025 Bird&Be Sperm HealthTrying to Conceive Does abstinence affect male fertility? What about steroid use or your laptop? We asked our doctors to set the record straight
Are Seed Oils Bad for You? 6 min read September 15, 2025 Dr. Liza Klassen, ND LifestyleNutritionPrenatals Seed oils get a bad rap for everything from promoting inflammation to causing cancerβbut how do they affect your fertility?
Do Male Fertility and Sperm Health Affect Pregnancy Outcomes? 6 min read September 08, 2025 Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND Fertility TreatmentSperm HealthTrying to Conceive Sperm health and male fertility donβt just impact the ability to get pregnantβthey also impact pregnancy outcomes. Here's how.
Which Bird&Be Product Should I Use? 2 min read September 01, 2025 Bird&Be PrenatalsTrying to Conceive Not sure which Bird&Be supplements or prenatal vitamin product is right for you? Here are the details so you can easily get started on supporting your reproductive health
How Are Gut Health, Probiotics, and Fertility Related? 6 min read August 25, 2025 Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND LifestyleNutritionTrying to Conceive We know gut health is important for overall health, but how are probiotics and fertility related? Learn more about what probiotic strains can help
How to Find a Fertility-Friendly Lubricant 4 min read August 19, 2025 Dr. Nsisong Asanga, GP Sperm HealthTrying to Conceive Finding a fertility-friendly lube isnβt always easyβand finding one thatβs not only sperm-friendly but can actually help you conceive is even harder. Until now.
Can You Take Antidepressants (or SSRIs) in Pregnancy and Do They Affect Fertility? 3 min read August 11, 2025 Dr. Nirali Jain, MD LifestyleMental HealthPregnancyTrying to Conceive Medications like SSRIs may be an important part of your overall healthβbut are antidepressants safe for pregnancy or when youβre trying to conceive?Β
Your Menstrual Cycle Phases, Explained 4 min read August 04, 2025 Bird&Be LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsPreparing Your cycle isnβt just your periodβthere are 4 phases (menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, luteal), and they affect everything from mood to sleep to acne.
Can You Get Pregnant with PCOS? 5 min read July 28, 2025 Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND Fertility TreatmentLifestylePCOSTrying to Conceive PCOS, also known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a hormonal disorder affecting more than 20% of reproductive-aged females.Β PCOS itself doesnβt cause infertility. But some of the side effects of PCOSβprimarily...
Can You Take Prenatal Vitamins for Hair Growth? 6 min read July 21, 2025 Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND LifestylePrenatals The beauty industry is no stranger to supplements, which have become a mainstay in many routines for both beauty and health. Enter prenatal vitamins, which can be taken even if...
How Does Age Impact Fertility? 4 min read June 02, 2025 Dr. Liza Klassen, ND Egg FreezingFertility TreatmentSperm HealthTrying to Conceive Getting older affects us all, from wrinkles to grey hair and even to reproductive health. Hereβs how age impacts fertility
Do You Ovulate While Nursing? 5 min read May 31, 2023 NursingOvulation & PeriodsPostpartum Does breastfeeding work as birth control? Is an ovulation test accurate while nursing? Hereβs what you need to know about ovulation and breastfeeding
Navigating Your First Postpartum Period 4 min read November 15, 2023 Ovulation & PeriodsPostpartum When does your first postpartum period happen and what can you expect? Learn more here
What is Normal Period Blood and Discharge? 3 min read November 15, 2023 LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsPreparing From bright red to brown, whatβs normal when it comes to blood during your period?Β
What is NIPT Testing? 6 min read August 15, 2023 LifestylePregnancy Prenatal testing is a personal choice, and one with many factors to consider depending on your path to pregnancy, medical history and personal curiosity
Recipe: PCOS-Friendly Quinoa Chickpea Bowl 2 min read August 18, 2023 NutritionPCOSPreparing Add this to your PCOS diet planβa recipe full of key nutrients to manage your symptoms like lean protein, fiber and healthy fat
Recipe: This Kale Chicken Caesar Salad is Perfect for a Gestational Diabetes Diet 2 min read August 31, 2023 NutritionPregnancy Being diagnosed with gestational diabetes can be stressful, but you can treat it at home with dietary changes and exercise. Here's a recipe to get you started.