What exactly IS endometriosis (aka endo)? Endometriosis is when the endometrial lining of the uterus is OUTSIDE of the uterus. It still thickens and bleeds just like the endometrial lining on the inside of the uterus does. This tissue can be found anywhere in the body however, it is commonly found around the fallopian tubes… Continue reading Endometriosis & Infertility
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Savory soup recipe with fertility maximizing ingredients
If you are anything like me, I am always on the lookout for amazing and delish recipes ! I tend to look for recipes to suit my diet routine, which includes tons of veggies to get as many vitamins and nutrients as possible, as well as animal protein (from grass fed animals, of course). Great… Continue reading Savory soup recipe with fertility maximizing ingredients
Not Sure If You Have PCOS? How to Spot the Symptoms
We’re well into September now and PCOS Awareness Month is in full swing. Every September the women’s health community focuses on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and for good reason. It’s the leading women’s health condition today, with 1 in 5 women living with this condition. PCOS is also the leading cause of female infertility. Because… Continue reading Not Sure If You Have PCOS? How to Spot the Symptoms
Fertility Massage
Guest Interview with Christine Baade, HHC, LMT Imagine giving yourself an indulging treat for your birthday: taking the day off from work, going to your favorite massage therapist and getting unapologetically pampered for an hour (or more!) through a luxurious massage. You get to completely relax, put aside your worries and stresses of everyday… Continue reading Fertility Massage
Be Your Own Advocate
I was standing in the shower with sobs wracking my body. Hoping that the water would wash all the hurt away. Crying in private about my private pain and my private challenges. ANOTHER baby shower!? That made the tally 22 invites. Going was sure to bring on the remarks, “When are you going to be… Continue reading Be Your Own Advocate
Why Stress & Fertility Don’t Mix
Relax, you’re trying too hard, just let it happen. All too common messages from family and friends intended to provide calm and comfort during your fertility journey although more often than not, it’s these same phrases that increase stress levels, which is an absolute no-no when trying to conceive. Studies now show that stress may… Continue reading Why Stress & Fertility Don’t Mix
My Happy Frame of Mind
Ah yes, here we are. A brand new year all fresh and squeaky clean. It seems like the natural tendency of the human mind is to look back and take inventory. What did I accomplish in 2017? What did I not? It seems like it’s rather easy to get hung up on what we did… Continue reading My Happy Frame of Mind
Fitness and Wellness on Your Fertility Path
As a fertility coach, my mission is to help my clients prepare physically, mentally and spiritually for parenthood. Having been on the fertility journey myself, I know that it’s a road fraught with unexpected twists and turns, bumps and bobbles, and some people never reach the final destination of having a healthy baby. Since… Continue reading Fitness and Wellness on Your Fertility Path
Back With a Thud… Wait, A Bang
A few days ago I came back from a 2-week vacation to the beach. It’s accurate to say that my re-entry to reality has hit me like a ton of bricks. I’m back to the daily grind of non-stop busyness, from the minute I get out of bed at 5 am until at least… Continue reading Back With a Thud… Wait, A Bang
Lose weight in a week – the BEST way !
I was super excited earlier this week! I got on the scale and discovered that in 2 weeks I’d lost 4 pounds! I know 4 pounds doesn’t seem like much, when my ultimate goal is to lose 25 pounds, but it’s a start, right? While I’ve been wanting to lose the weight for a while,… Continue reading Lose weight in a week – the BEST way !