Cheers, dear readers, I would like to take a moment on our Slow Swimmers & Fried Eggs blog to do something very important. Practice Gratitude. And not just in general. But practice gratitude for all women. Today as I write this, it is International Women’s Day (March 8). I often talk here about the… Continue reading Celebrating All Women – Love a Lovely Lassie Today!
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From Where I Stand – TedX Talk by Jody Day on Disenfranchised Childless Women
Cheers, dear readers, I am so proud and happy to share with you that a member of a community that I am involved with – The Global Sisterhood – has had the opportunity to give a TedX Talk surrounding women’s struggle around childlessness and motherhood. I have watched Jody Day’s outstanding presentation video three… Continue reading From Where I Stand – TedX Talk by Jody Day on Disenfranchised Childless Women
Top 10 List – Things to Know About PCOS
I’ve been thinking quite a bit about PCOS lately, as a number of new women with this condition have joined my Facebook group. Since I don’t have PCOS, I never thought much about it until I became a fertility coach. If you’ve been recently diagnosed with PCOS or have been living with it for years,… Continue reading Top 10 List – Things to Know About PCOS
Seed Cycling for Happy Fertile Hormones
It doesn’t get any more natural then this! So, what in the health is seed cycling anyway? Let’s dig a little deeper… During the follicular phase (cycle day (CD) 1 to ovulation – generally about CD 14) estrogen is on the rise. So including a daily dose (1 Tablespoon each) of phytoestrogen rich flax seeds… Continue reading Seed Cycling for Happy Fertile Hormones
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The Cult of the Masculine
So it seems like I touched a nerve last time with my “you’re not alone… but you’d never know it” post. I definitely got both supportive and confirmatory comments that my perception was on target, that there are no support groups, no forums or other outlets specific to the infertile male community. At best there… Continue reading The Cult of the Masculine
Kick the Coffee to the Curb
If you’re trying to conceive, think twice before reaching for that second cup of Joe. I realize that I might make some enemies with this post. In modern-day society, we love our coffee – the tantalizing aroma of the beans, the rich, comforting taste, the energy jolt it gives us, the way we go from… Continue reading Kick the Coffee to the Curb
Naturally Boost Fertility with these Unique Options
I looove to talk about options with my clients. I think I love that conversation so much because I remember feeling like my options were very limited when I was living with the ache of an empty womb. I was desperate and willing to do pretty much anything. If I knew then what I know… Continue reading Naturally Boost Fertility with these Unique Options
Three Things You Should Absolutely Do Before Baby Comes
Hi everybody! Eric here again, with a quick (and I hope interesting) add-on to my last post. Last time ‘round, I talked about how I thought one could, with some forethought, use planning and awareness of the future to actually try to enjoy your time in IVF treatment. A cool idea, I thought <pats self… Continue reading Three Things You Should Absolutely Do Before Baby Comes
Make Game Day Friendly to Your Fertility With This Super Snack
This weekend is Super Bowl weekend in the United States! That means 3 things: football, parties and food. The Super Bowl is one the most-watched television events of the year. Even those who aren’t football fans and maybe haven’t even watched a football game all year always show up for Super Bowl parties.… Continue reading Make Game Day Friendly to Your Fertility With This Super Snack