The uterine lining is essential to one’s fertility. It is where the embryo implants at the start of a pregnancy, and the uterine lining supports proper growth and development of the baby throughout the pregnancy. What makes for a healthy uterine lining? 8 – 12 mm thick at mid-cycle, as measured by ultrasound Evenly distributed […]
by Bonnie Burgess The food you eat impacts your fertility. It can also directly benefit the lifelong health of your future baby. So, what to eat? Focusing on snacks is a great place to begin. A nutritious between-meal snack is a simple yet powerful strategy to optimize your fertility. Snacking is a valuable tool Snacks […]
Happy New Year! 2021 – Year of the Metal Ox February 12, 2021 – January 31, 2022 The Chinese Lunar New Year has been celebrated for over 4000 years. Each year is represented by both an animal and an element. The Ox is the second animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. According […]
In Chinese medicine the uterus is known as the baby palace, and a healthy uterine lining is essential for growing a healthy baby. A lining that is too thin will make it more difficult for an embryo to implant or obtain proper nourishment throughout the pregnancy. A healthy lining is evenly distributed throughout the uterus, […]
It may be cliche, but breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day.
Timing is everything when it comes to making babies. Tracking your cycle and having intercourse at the right time for conception is known as timed intercourse (TIC). Conception happens when TIC takes place 1 – 5 days before ovulation. Tracking when you ovulate allows you to time sex for the best chance of a successful […]
What causes wrist pain? Many activities in our daily lives directly contribute to wrist pain: Using computers Performing tasks such as cooking and cleaning Lifting heavy objects, including children Breast feeding Repetitive stress injuries 3 simple steps to treat wrist pain Acupuncture Massage Anti-inflammatory support 1. Acupuncture Acupuncture has been successfully treating pain for centuries. While […]
How does sleep affect your health and fertility? Sleep is essential to good heath since that is when the body repairs and regenerates itself. Sleep enhances the immune system’s defenses and is required for memory consolidation and learning. For women’s health and fertility, sleep plays a critical role in reducing the body’s stress and maintaining […]
Covid-19 is surging, and people are asking themselves how to: Lessen the risk of getting covid-19? Reduce the severity of symptoms? Avoid the hospital? The best defense is a good offense. Keeping your immune system as strong as possible is an excellent strategy. 3 easy steps to boost your immune system Maintain healthy levels of […]