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
Do Prenatal Vitamins Make You Gain Weight? What's Actually Happening (and What Isn't) 6 min read Bird&Be PregnancyPrenatalsTrying to Conceive Do prenatal vitamins make you gain weight? We break down what's really behind the bloating, appetite changes, and scale shifts during your fertility journey.
How Long Does It Take for Fertility Supplements to Work? 5 min read Bird&Be Fertility TreatmentPrenatalsTrying to Conceive Wondering how long fertility supplements work before you notice a difference? This guide covers the 3-month timeline for egg and sperm health.
Cramps But No Period? 9 Reasons Your Body Is Cramping Without Bleeding 6 min read Bird&Be Ovulation & PeriodsPregnancyTrying to Conceive Experiencing cramps but no period? From implantation to ovulation to stress, here are 9 causes of cramping without bleeding and when to see a doctor.
Best Supplements to Take During IVF: 6 Add-ons Fertility Doctors Recommend 6 min read Bird&Be Egg RetrivalEmbryo TransferFertility TreatmentTrying to Conceive Wondering about the best supplements for IVF? Here are 6 doctor-backed add-ons, from CoQ10 to NAC, that may support egg quality before retrieval.
Implantation Bleeding vs. Your Period: How to Tell the Difference When You're Trying to Conceive 6 min read Bird&Be Ovulation & PeriodsTrying to Conceive When you're trying to conceive, every tiny sign feels like it could mean everything. And when light spotting appears a few days before your expected period, the question is always...
What Is Biotin and Should It Be In Your Prenatal Supplement? 6 min read Dr. Annaleeza Caputi, ND PrenatalsTrying to Conceive You've likely heard of biotin for hair, skin, and nails, but should it be in your prenatal? Here we unpack the science: what is biotin, does it mess with bloodwork,...
Sperm Test vs. Semen Analysis: What’s the Difference? 5 min read Bird&Be x Mate Health Sperm HealthTrying 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...
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
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) is the New Name for PCOS—Here’s Why It Matters 2 min read Bird&Be Ovulation & PeriodsPCOSPMOSTrying to Conceive In May of 2026, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) was renamed to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS)—and we applaud the change.
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.
