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 You Take Antidepressants (or SSRIs) in Pregnancy and Do They Affect Fertility? 4 min read Dr. Nirali Jain, MD LifestyleMental HealthPregnancyTrying to Conceive Medications like SSRIs may be an important part of your overall health—but are antidepressants safe for pregnancy or when you’re trying to conceive?
Your Menstrual Cycle Phases, Explained 4 min read Bird&Be LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsPreparing Your cycle isn’t just your period—there are 4 phases (menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, luteal), and they affect everything from mood to sleep to acne.
Can You Get Pregnant with PCOS? 6 min read 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. PCOS itself doesn’t cause infertility. But some of the side effects of PCOS—primarily...
Can You Take Prenatal Vitamins for Hair Growth? 6 min read 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? 5 min read 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. Here’s how age impacts fertility
What Are the Benefits of Folic Acid for Men? 5 min read Dr. Liza Klassen, ND Fertility TreatmentSperm HealthTrying 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?
Does Your Vaginal Health Affect Your Fertility? 5 min read Evvy x Bird&Be LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsTrying to Conceive Does your vaginal health and microbiome affect your fertility? Here's what to know about good (and bad) bacteria in the vagina and the connection to gut health
Are Gummy Prenatal Vitamins Effective? 4 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal, ND PregnancyPrenatals Are gummy prenatal vitamins okay to take while pregnant? Are they as good as capsules?
How to Prepare for IVF Egg Retrieval (with Tips from a Naturopath) 3 min read Dr. Tracy Malone, ND Fertility TreatmentLifestyle Dr. Tracy Malone, naturopath, shares the top 5 things she wants you to do to prepare for IVF egg retrieval (but they're good for trying to conceive at home, too!)
Can I Take Prenatal Vitamins If I’m Not Pregnant (or Trying to Conceive)? 4 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal ND LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsPrenatalsTrying to Conceive You don’t need to be pregnant to benefit from prenatals; these vitamins can still support your body—especially during stress, periods, and birth control use
Valentine's Day Cards for Fertility Warriors 1 min read Bird&Be Fertility TreatmentTrying to Conceive Celebrate love this Valentine's Day—with a cheeky little fertility treatment twist
What Vitamins Should I Take During Pregnancy? 6 min read Dr. Samantha Van De Wal ND NutritionPregnancyPrenatals The need-to-haves and the nice-to-haves—here are the vitamins you should take during pregnancy
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.
