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
How to Read Your At-Home Sperm and Semen Test Results 6 min read Bird&Be Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Not sure how to read sperm test results? This guide explains sperm count, motility, and what your numbers mean for fertility.
The 74-Day Sperm Cycle: Why Timing Matters for Male Fertility 5 min read Bird&Be Sperm Health Trying to Conceive The 74-day sperm cycle timeline shapes male fertility. This guide covers the spermatogenesis timeline and what you can do during each phase.
Sperm Test vs. Semen Analysis: What’s the Difference? 5 min read Bird&Be x Mate Health Sperm Health Trying to Conceive You have more options than ever to test male fertility at home: Here's what you need to know about sperm test vs. semen analysis and which one is right for...
What Are Endocrine Disruptors—and Do They Actually Affect Fertility? 6 min read Dr. Annaleeza Caputi, ND Lifestyle Nutrition Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Consider this your explainer: what are endocrine disruptors and forever chemicals, how do they affect fertility, and how can you avoid them?
How Can I Prepare for IUI (AKA, Intrauterine Insemination)? 5 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND Fertility Treatment Sperm Health Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a common first step when it comes to fertility treatment, and may be your introduction to assisted reproductive technology (ART). If it's the next step in...
Lifestyle Tips For Males to Boost Fertility 4 min read Bird&Be Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Small changes in lifestyle can make a big impact on sperm health. Here are just a few tips to boost male fertility, as you try to conceive.
What Are the Benefits of CoQ10 for Men? 5 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND Prenatals Sperm Health Trying to Conceive We know CoQ10 helps egg quality—but what about CoQ10 for men? Find out how this powerhouse antioxidant can help sperm health
Debunking Male Fertility Myths—with Doctor-Backed Answers 6 min read Bird&Be Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Does abstinence affect male fertility? What about steroid use or your laptop? We asked our doctors to set the record straight
Do Male Fertility and Sperm Health Affect Pregnancy Outcomes? 7 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND Fertility Treatment Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Sperm health and male fertility don’t just impact the ability to get pregnant—they also impact pregnancy outcomes. Here's how.
How to Find a Fertility-Friendly Lubricant 5 min read Dr. Nsisong Asanga, GP Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Finding a fertility-friendly lube isn’t always easy—and finding one that’s not only sperm-friendly but can actually help you conceive is even harder. Until now.
How Does Age Impact Fertility? 5 min read Dr. Liza Klassen, ND Egg Freezing Fertility Treatment Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Getting older affects us all, from wrinkles to grey hair and even to reproductive health. Here’s how age impacts fertility
What Are the Benefits of Folic Acid for Men? 5 min read Dr. Liza Klassen, ND Fertility Treatment Sperm Health Trying to Conceive Folic Acid is well-studied and universally recommended by doctors for preconception and pregnancy—but what about the benefits of Folic Acid for men?
Do You Ovulate While Nursing? 5 min read May 31, 2023 Nursing Ovulation & Periods Postpartum 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 & Periods Postpartum 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 Lifestyle Ovulation & Periods Preparing 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 Lifestyle Pregnancy 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 Nutrition PMOS (PCOS) Preparing 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 Nutrition Pregnancy 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.