Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause, typically occurring in women between their late 30s and early 50s. During this period, many women experience a variety of symptoms due to hormonal fluctuations which can be challenging, but adopting a naturopathic approach to hormonal health offers a holistic and natural way to manage these symptoms. Naturopathy emphasizes the body's innate ability to heal itself, utilizing natural therapies and lifestyle modifications to support overall well-being during perimenopause.
Embarking on the journey toward parenthood is a deeply personal and often complex process. For many, this pursuit can be accompanied by a myriad of emotions, ranging from hope, joy, and excitement to frustration, disappointment, and even grief. This rollercoaster of emotions can be overwhelming and at times even lonely. In this article, we explore some of the ways psychotherapy can offer a supportive and compassionate space for individuals to navigate the emotional nuances of their fertility journey.
In recent years, IV vitamin therapy has gained traction in naturopathic medicine, offering a promising avenue for those seeking holistic fertility solutions. As patients of our clinic who are trying to conceive or are undergoing fertility treatment support, you may find this approach particularly intriguing. Let's explore how nutrition and reproductive health are intertwined and how IV vitamin therapy can potentially enhance fertility, egg quality, and sperm quality.
We understand that trying to get pregnant with a PCOS diagnosis can be a very challenging, emotional, and stress-driven time. Our goal is to help dispel your concerns around conceiving with PCOS, as individuals with PCOS actually tend to respond quite positively to fertility interventions. Today, I’m taking you through ALL of the steps to go through if you’ve started on your PCOS fertility journey (this includes if you just started thinking about trying too!), so you can feel confident that you’re on the right track.
June is International Infertility Month and a reminder of the challenges many face on their journey to conception. As infertility rates continue to rise, I find myself increasingly immersed in the world of IVF, guiding patients through its complexities. Many patients are seeking support to optimize their IVF treatment and naturopathic medicine has many tools that can be used alongside IVF in pursuit of this goal. I support my patients going through IVF across 3 main phases of treatment.
Starting on a fertility journey or thinking about future fertility can be both an exciting and challenging time. Amid the various tools available to understand fertility, assessing ovarian reserve through Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) testing has emerged as a valuable resource for understanding your reproductive health. It’s important to understand both the benefits and limitations surrounding AMH testing to best utilize this tool to gain information about your fertility.
This week, as we honor National Infertility Awareness Week, our focus turns to the invaluable insights of Dr. Kelly Clinning, ND, who focuses in hormone health and fertility. In this blog, she guides us through effective strategies and promising avenues for navigating the journey after receiving an infertility diagnosis.
Dysmenorrhea, or menstrual pain is a challenge for many women or people with vulvas where more than 50% who menstruate have some pain for 1 to 4 days each month and this can be a pain level from mild to severe. This affects productivity, mood, and quality of life, and may make those suffering from it relentless and overwhelmed. In this blog, let us explore more on the common causes and symptoms of period pain and how IV Therapy can be a game changer to approach seeking relief from this discomfort.
It is no secret that when it comes to sex for women and people with vulvas, we did not learn enough about it, do not talk enough about it, do not have enough research about it—there is still a lot of “hush hush” and shame surrounding it. But, it’s 2024, so it’s time for some changes!
So let’s breakdown three very important misconceptions about desire that might be holding you back!
There’s a lot of talk about period pain when it comes to endometriosis, but painful sex is something that cannot be ignored. More than 45% of people with endometriosis report painful sex as one of their primary symptoms, impacting their emotional and mental wellbeing – from their libido and pleasure to their confidence and relationships.
Although there has been the beginning of a positive shift towards a more open discussion of women’s health, there are still many topics that are considered taboo in this area, and an ingrained societal shame about openly discussing topics such as women’s sexual health and the expected and unexpected hormonal shifts that can occur throughout a woman’s lifetime that still pervades. It is understandable that many may fear judgment, shame, or rejection. By fostering an environment of trust, empathy, and non-judgment, Psychotherapy can empower you to confront and explore and openly talk about these sensitive subject.
With the holiday season coming up fast it’s important to acknowledge that with the joy and happiness that comes along with the celebrations, it can also be quite a difficult time of year for those struggling with fertility and miscarriage. Setting a few boundaries in advance of the holidays can be a helpful way to keep your holidays positive and also give you space to breathe and protect your own emotions. Here are some considerations that could help you through this holiday season if you are struggling with fertility or miscarriage.
If you’ve heard of IV Therapy, you’ve also likely noticed there are health claims for IV therapy for just about every condition under the sun. At our clinic, our goal is to deliver the highest quality integrative health care, and that means laying out the facts so you can make an informed decision when it comes to your health. This also means helping you avoid getting wrapped up in fad or trendy medical treatments! With that said, today, we’re answering the question, can IVs really help support your fertility?
June is World Infertility Awareness Month and the perfect time to discuss some of the foundational changes every single person who is struggling with infertility can make. One of the best places to start is by assessing your dietary habits and patterns. There is strong evidence that healthy preconception dietary habits can impact fertility rates.
For many of my patients, one of the first thoughts that arise after a diagnosis of PCOS is if they will be able to get pregnant. Despite what you may have been told, a diagnosis of PCOS does not automatically mean you will struggle with fertility. Whether you’re just starting along your PCOS and fertility journey, or if you’ve been trying to conceive for some time, there is so much you can do to support your fertility in PCOS.
I shared my story to help bring awareness to how medicine is failing people with period pain. If you’re struggling with period pain, I want you to be able to navigate our health care system effectively and get the treatment you need to support your pain and potential complications of endometriosis. In this blog, I summarize what I learned over my 20 year journey with this disease, and the next steps to take if you’re worried you might have endometriosis too.
My story with endometriosis isn’t a story I thought I’d ever share. Part 2 is where the story gets really sad for me. This part of the story is about why I started fighting for a diagnosis, why it took so long to get a diagnosis, and finally what treatment and recovery was like for me.
My story with endometriosis isn’t a story I thought I’d ever share. I’m definitely a perfectionist, and my experience with endometriosis has been far from perfect. In Part 1, we’re starting from the beginning. I’ll take you through what it was actually like to live with endometriosis, and why it took me so long to get treatment.
Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that is triggered by gluten. The ingestion of gluten in those with celiac disease leads to destruction and damage to the small intestine. Undiagnosed celiac disease can impact reproductive health in multiple ways, including fertility outcomes.
Environmental exposures in the form of “toxicants” play a role in infertility and increase the risk of negative outcomes in both the mother and the baby. There are a variety of ways that environmental toxicants can negatively affect fertility in both males and females.
