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Does stress impact fertility?

The answer is likely unsurprising—but a naturopathic doctor shares what to do about it.

Updated Jul. 23, 2024
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Should you get an anti-mullerian hormone test?

Here’s what experts say your AMH level can and can’t tell you about your fertility.

Updated Jul. 11, 2024
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Struggling to conceive after having your first baby? There’s a name for that, and it’s more common than you think

Secondary infertility accounts for 30% of all infertility cases—yet many don’t even know what it is, even when they’re going through it themselves.

Updated Apr. 18, 2024
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This is the worst part of unexplained secondary infertility

It’s the irrational anger at the baby section in Target. It’s the hundreds of times each day I wonder what it is that’s keeping me from getting pregnant.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
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Words of encouragement when IVF doesn’t work—from someone who is there, too

Sometimes things don’t make sense and today we are just trying to figure out how to deal with that.

Updated Apr. 10, 2024
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29 inspiring quotes to remember when trying to conceive

“Just keep swimming” —Finding Nemo

Updated Apr. 08, 2024
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This is the reason why we tend to make more babies in the winter

A combo of biology and environment known as ‘reproductive seasonality’ likely explains all your late summer birthday invites.

Updated Feb. 01, 2024
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When it comes to selecting your sperm donor, swiping right just won’t cut it

The search for my ‘perfect’ donor was an overwhelming experience, to say the least.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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Men trying to conceive should avoid alcohol for at least 3 months, research shows

One study finds it takes longer than previously thought for the effects of alcohol to clear.

Updated Jan. 06, 2024
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Mediterranean diet may support IVF success

The Mediterranean eating plan has the best evidence for trying to conceive.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
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Chemicals to avoid during pregnancy and conception: A naturopathic doctor’s guide

Here’s what to be aware of—without letting worry overshadow the joy and wonder of this time.

Updated Sep. 12, 2023
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