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
What Is Insulin Resistance (and How Do You Treat It)? 7 min read Dr. Alana Shnier, ND ExerciseLifestyleNutritionPCOSPreparing Insulin resistance is linked to diabetes, PCOS/PMOS, weight gain, stress and more—but what *is* insulin resistance and how can you manage it?
How Are Supplements Regulated in Canada? 4 min read Bird&Be LearningLifestylePrenatalsTrying to Conceive All our formulas are licensed by Health Canada—so what does that mean for you? Here's how supplements are regulated in Canada.
Are Supplements Regulated by the FDA? 3 min read Bird&Be LifestylePrenatalsTrying to Conceive Are supplements regulated by the FDA and what does that mean? Here's what you need to know about supplement safety in the US, and how it compares to Canada.
What Are Endocrine Disruptors—and Do They Actually Affect Fertility? 6 min read Dr. Annaleeza Caputi, ND LifestyleNutritionSperm HealthTrying to Conceive Consider this your explainer: what are endocrine disruptors and forever chemicals, how do they affect fertility, and how can you avoid them?
What is Longevity and Biohacking (and How Does it Impact Fertility)? 7 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND exerciselifestylenutritiontrying to conceive Is there any science behind longevity and biohacking routines? And can it affect or improve fertility? Here's the research on the trend
What Is Bacterial Vaginosis (and How to Prevent It?) 6 min read Dr. Nsisong Asanga, GP LifestylePreparingTrying to Conceive Bacterial Vaginosis can be a pain—here's how to know if you have it, how to stop it from coming back (hint: probiotics help), and how to manage symptoms.
How to Know If You Have PCOS 5 min read Bird&Be LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsPCOSPreparing Do I have PCOS? Here are some helpful things to know if you suspect you might have this hormonal condition—and what to do to manage the symptoms
How to Balance Hormones for Fertility (and What Does That Mean, Exactly?) 8 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND LifestylePreparingTrying to Conceive Hormones influence almost everything, especially fertility. How does diet, lifestyle, and environment affect how hormones function, and what can you do to balance them?
What Are Common Endometriosis Symptoms and How Is It Diagnosed? 8 min read Dr. Nirali Jain, MD EndometriosisLifestyleTrying to Conceive Endometriosis often goes unrecognized and undiagnosed. Learn more about endometriosis symptoms, diagnosis, and tips to manage it.
When Does Perimenopause Start (and What Are the Symptoms)? 7 min read Dr. Annaleeza Caputi, ND LifestyleMenopause Perimenopause rarely gets the spotlight it deserves. Especially since it’s one of the biggest hormonal changes someone will go through, and affects roughly half the population. Need an introduction to...
What's the Difference Between Perimenopause vs Menopause? 2 min read Bird&Be LifestyleMenopause How do you know if you're in perimenopause vs menopause? What are the symptoms of each and how do they compare?
Why Is Oral Health Important for Fertility and Pregnancy? 7 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND LifestylePregnancyTrying to Conceive Oral health (or dental health) isn’t just about teeth, gums, and the oral-facial system. What’s happening in your mouth often mirrors what’s happening in your whole body, making it a...
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? Here’s 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, what’s normal when it comes to blood during your period?
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 plan—a 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 3 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.
