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
Can Air Quality Affect Pregnancy and Fertility? 3 min read Bird&Be LifestylePregnancyTrying to Conceive How are wildfiresβand the resulting air pollutionβacross Canada and the U.S. affecting fertility and pregnancy? Here's what the studies sayβand tips to keep safe
The Top Takeaways from "It Takes Two... And a Uterus" 4 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Fertility TreatmentLifestyleTrying to Conceive From dietary changes to cycle-tracking, here are the top takeawaysβand three key recommendationsβfrom author and ND, Dr. Sarah Zadek
We Thought We Couldn't Conceive Without IVFβThen We Found Bird&Be 4 min read Catherine Bilton Bird&Be StoriesPrenatalsTrying to Conceive βI remember feeling excited and scared at the same time, and trying to be hopeful but not to get my hopes up too high.β
What is IUI, a.k.a., Intrauterine Insemination? 6 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Fertility TreatmentTrying to Conceive An intrauterine insemination (IUI) cycle is often the first stop on your assisted reproductive journeyβbut what is it?
What is a Chemical Pregnancy? 2 min read Bird&Be Fertility TreatmentPregnancy LossTrying to Conceive What exactly *is* a chemical pregnancy? Is it the same as a miscarriage? Does it affect your future fertility? And how do you know if you've had one?
Exercise While Trying to Conceive 4 min read Jennifer Edmonds FitnessTrying to Conceive Jennifer Edmonds of Element Pilates & Yoga shares her tips for supporting fertility through exerciseβperfect if youβre TTC.
How Does Surrogacy Work? 5 min read Baden Colt PreparingTrying to Conceive Including how much it costs, what medical treatments are needed and why it might be right for you
How Do You Find a Surrogate? 3 min read Baden Colt Fertility TreatmentTrying to Conceive Including the different methods you can use and how to determine if youβve found the right surrogate for you
How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Fertility? 5 min read Laura Erlich LifestylePreparingTrying to Conceive TheΒ TCM approach to fertility is a holistic view of overall health.Β Here are some of the practices to help you get, and stay, pregnant.
What Are Antioxidants and Why Are They Important in Fertility? 6 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek PrenatalsTrying to Conceive We often talk about antioxidants in relation to health and wellnessβbut what are they? And how does oxidative stress impact your fertility?
What is an Ectopic Pregnancy? 6 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Pregnancy LossTrying to Conceive An ectopic pregnancy will not progress into a viable babyβand often requires lifesaving reproductive healthcare to treat.
What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy? 4 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Ovulation & PeriodsPregnancyTrying to Conceive Some may only be tipped off to a potential pregnancy by their missing menstrual period, while others might notice multiple symptoms or new discomfort.
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.