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fertility
9 Ways To Deal With The Holidays When You're Experiencing Infertility
The holidays can be joyous for some and challenging for others.
6 Natural Ways I Got My Period Under Control (After Years Of Issues)
Here are the six ways I naturally improved my period and changed my life
I'm Scared To Have Kids — But My Biological Clock Is "Ticking"
But somewhere along the line, especially in the last year or so, I began to question this. Do I actually even want kids?
What I Wish Every Couple Knew Before Starting IVF: An OB/GYN Gets Real
Whether a couple goes through just one cycle or five, the experience of in vitro fertilization (IVF) can significantly affect an otherwise stable and...
After My Third Pregnancy Loss At 36, I Thought Things Couldn't Get Worse...
It’s true that you never know your limits until they’re tested.
What Every Woman Should Know About Her Fertility
Even if you're not sure whether you want kids, you should still know these facts about your body — but most women don't.
4 Simple Lifestyle Changes That Improve Your Chances Of Getting Pregnant
The road to conception can be a bumpy path for many people. And over the years, one of the most common questions I've heard from patients at my...
How I Finally Became A Mother At 42 — Without IVF
I was 41 years old when my husband and I started seriously talking about having kids
10 Of The Healthiest Foods To Eat When You’re Pregnant
If you’re pregnant, you’re probably all too familiar with what foods to avoid — shellfish, unpasteurized cheese, and deli meats that may carry...
7 Simple Healthy Habits For Pregnant Women
Since what goes into your body is crucial to the healthy development of your baby, it’s important to eat healthy even before you're pregnant.
What Your Menstrual Cycle Says About Your Health
Did you know that your period can be the biggest and clearest window to what is going on inside your body?
10 Things I Wish More People Knew About Maternal Health Worldwide
Ten years ago, I began working as a maternal health advocate to draw attention to the millions of mothers and newborns who die each year during...
What Every Woman Should Know About Getting Pregnant After The Pill
Birth control pills are one of the most effective means of preventing pregnancy, which is why it is such a popular method of contraception. But...
How To Sync Your Menstrual Cycle With The Moon
If we are synced up with the moon's cycle, we will menstruate around the new moon and ovulate around the full moon.
Vaginal Steaming: Should You Try This Remedy For Cramps, Fertility & Healing?
Celebs are doing it, but some OB/GYNs are skeptical.
A Day-By-Day Guide To Your Menstrual Cycle, From An OB/GYN
A day-by-day breakdown of what's really happening during your cycle.
10 Truths About Stress & Pregnancy
There are a lot of myths about pregnancies, so here's some hard truths.
5 Signs You Have A Healthy Menstrual Cycle
Start paying attention to the many indicators of a healthy cycle now.
6 Red Flags Your Birth Control Might Not Be Working For You
Is the pill really your best option?