The Fourth Trimester | Postpartum Nourishment
Have you heard of the 4th trimester? You may also like to read this post on supporting healthy breastmilk supply.
Love & Guts Podcast: Iron – How it is influenced by the menstrual cycle and pathologies.
In this Love & Guts episode we cover: An overview of iron metabolism. What hepcidin is? General factors that affect how hepcidin works or doesn’t work in the body. How…
How has the recent pandemic affected women’s reproductive health?
What was the study asking? How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected women’s reproductive health? What did they find? This was an observational study meaning it doesn’t confirm causation, however, it…
Nutritional Intake During Pregnancy
A mother’s nutritional intake plays an important (and modifiable) role during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time of significant physical growth and change, for mother and baby, from conception, through birth…
Research: Impact of diet on Menopause symptom severity.
What was the study asking? This cross sectional study looked at the association of diet with menopausal symptoms. What did they find? They found that women who ate a proinflammatory…
Natural immunity support
It was great to speak with Certified Pregnancy and Postnatal Trainer Dahlas Fletcher, discussing how women can support their immunity with nutrition and exercise. Click on the link to listen:…
Can You Get Pregnant Naturally Without Ovulating?
Can you get pregnant naturally without ovulating? The answer is no - but there's hope. Discover why ovulation is essential for conception, common causes of anovulation, and how to restore healthy ovulation naturally with personalised nutrition and lifestyle support.
Endometrial Thickness & IVF Success: What the Research Says
If you're preparing for IVF, your endometrial lining could be one of the most important factors in your outcome. Here's what the latest research says about optimal thickness for embryo implantation - and how to support it.
Heavy Periods and Fertility: What You Need to Know
Wondering if heavy periods affect your ability to get pregnant? The answer is yes, you can conceive - but heavy bleeding may signal underlying issues or nutrient deficiencies that need attention. Discover what causes heavy periods and how to support your fertility.
Small Steps, Big Impact: Why Consistency Trumps Perfection in Your Fertility Journey
You don't need perfection to improve your fertility. Small, consistent changes to diet, lifestyle & stress make a real difference. Start where you are today.
Blood Sugar and Sperm Health: The Hidden Connection You Need to Know
Even "normal" blood sugar levels can impact male fertility. Recent research shows that men with slightly elevated blood sugar - well below diabetic levels - experience reduced sperm motility. Learn why optimising blood sugar could be one of the most powerful steps for conception.