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By Tania Tod, on March 9th, 2010
Though Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can cause infertility, women can get pregnant even with this condition! Here, a registered nurse shares several tips for weight loss for women with PCOS – because a side effect of PCOS is weight gain, and obesity can be an obstacle to pregnancy.
“Obesity or persistent weight gain is one of [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on March 5th, 2010
My fertility doctor warned me about certain misconceptions about a woman’s age and fertility levels. Sure, he said, we hear about women getting pregnant in their 40s – but it’s easier said than done! These facts about a woman’s fertility (or infertility as she ages) isn’t exactly the best news for women who want to get pregnant…but it is [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on February 18th, 2010
Many holistic health practitioners find acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for infertility very effective. Here’s one naturopathic doctor’s experience with acupuncture and getting pregnant
“I find acupuncture extremely helpful with patients dealing with infertility, whether they are going through assisted reproductive procedures or just trying on their own,” says Dr. Mubina Jiwa, BSc., ND, Director of Essence of Health [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on February 4th, 2010
One of the major causes of infertility for women is polycystic ovarian syndrome, and it can prevent them from getting pregnant. But, the good news is it can be treated, and women with PCOS can conceive a baby! Here’s the latest information about polycystic ovarian syndrome from Northwestern University.
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a metabolic disorder and [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on January 26th, 2010
If you haven’t been able to get pregnant for a year (or longer, if you’re like me!), you may be thinking about possible fertility problems. Here are four prescription drug treatments for female infertility; my next article will cover four surgical treatments for fertility problems for women.
Before the tips, here’s what Dr Miriam Stoppard says [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on January 10th, 2010
Some research shows that a low-fat dairy diet can decrease fertility; these tips for eating full-fat milk products will help balance female hormone levels and possibly improve fertility without causing weight gain.
Note that some doctors have responded to the “full-fat dairy diets help women get pregnant” research claims by saying that high-fat diets do not help prevent [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on December 17th, 2009
A fertility doctor describes how to boost your chances of conceiving a baby with these ten ways to increase male and female fertility. These tips for getting pregnant are easy, and can be very effective!
“Many couples…want to start or grow their family,” says Dr. Meike Uhler of the Fertility Centers of Illinois. “Sadly, with infertility [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on December 15th, 2009
If you’ve been trying unsuccessfully to get pregnant for a year, you may be wondering “Can I even get pregnant?” I can’t answer that, but I have gathered 20 possible causes of infertility – one of which may be stopping you from conceiving a baby.
First, an important thing to remember about whose “fault” it is [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on November 26th, 2009
If you want to get pregnant, you need to know how full-fat dairy products such as milk and cheese can help! Here’s how dairy affects ovulatory infertility and pregnancy (full-fat products are better for women who want to get pregnant).
First, a surprising tip from The Fertility Diet:
“Think about switching to full-fat milk or dairy products [...]
By Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen, on November 5th, 2009
Women who have endometriosis who get pregnant through infertility treatments have a higher risk of pregnancy complications, and are more likely to have a Caesarean section.
This study analyzes the connection between endometriosis, pregnancy, and assisted reproduction. However, the lead author says that women who have infertility treatments aren’t any more likely to have problems in [...]
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