Dr. Kelly Simms ND, CNS

Naturopathic Doctor and Nutritionist, Fertility Course, Natural Women's Health, Preconception and Fertility

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Prepare for Pregnancy

In this 90 minute class, we will discuss everything you need to know about how to nutritionally prepare for a healthy pregnancy.

Who should attend:

  • Women that desire to conceive within the next year
  • Women coming off of the birth control pill with intention to conceive
  • Women who have had struggles with fertility
  • Women who have had past pregnancies, but wish to make changes in their nutrition or supplement plans for next pregnancy

The class will answer the following:

  • What should I eat? Foods for fertility and what to avoid.
  • What exercise should I do? How the kind of exercise you do can affect your fertility.
  • What supplements should I take and when should I start taking them? There are so many options! Let’s talk about supplement quality and what specific nutrients are key if you are stopping the pill.
  • What environmental pollutants do I need to be cautious of when I am trying to conceive? We live in a toxic world and can only avoid so much.
  • How might my mental emotional state (and stress!) affect my ability to conceive? The mind has powerful influence over the physical body. We’ll talk about and share resources for prepping your mind for a healthy, happy, pregnancy.

PLUS discussion time to make sure all of your questions are answered about how best to prepare your body to grow a healthy baby!

Phew…that’s a lot to cover in 90 minutes!

Participants are encouraged to bring current prenatal support supplements for label reading review.

Class is limited to 8 participants in order to ensure each participant receives individual attention within the group setting. While we believe partners play an equal role in fertility, the class is limited to female participants. We encourage you to share what you learn in class with your partner!

2019 Class Dates TBD. Please submit your information using the Contact form indicating your interest in preconception planning classes.

Dr. Simms and her practice are focused on achieving balance, radiant health and wellness.

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773-492-8010
2559 N. Southport Ave., Chicago, IL 60614

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Estrogen dominance, or unopposed estrogen, is a th Estrogen dominance, or unopposed estrogen, is a theory in which the level of estrogen outweighs the level of progesterone and other hormones in the body. Picture a seesaw. Estrogen is the person high in the air looking down at the progesterone (and other hormones)- sitting at the other end with their feet on the ground.

Our bodies need estrogen for reproductive, cardiovascular, and bone health. Estrogen is a very important hormone! Too much estrogen, however, can be linked to an assortment of conditions like: 
- Heavy periods
- Migraines
- Water retention 
- Fibrocystic breasts
- Uterine fibroids 
- Endometriosis
- Mood swings 
- Hormonal weight gain

High estrogen can be caused by certain medications, excess body fat, stress, alcohol, liver issues, and synthetic xenoestrogens, so some dietary and lifestyle changes may be needed to correct your hormone levels. And, what about supporting the other hormones? Picture the seesaw again. We can support healthy progesterone production with dietary and lifestyle changes as well!

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There are few health conditions as frustrating to There are few health conditions as frustrating to address and correct as acne.

Courses of antibiotics, dozens of topicals, spironolactone, supplements, and the birth control pill are the main treatments most of my patients have tried before they come to me. While some may be effective, you might be still wondering: is there a way to heal my skin once and for all and not have to use this stuff?

Acne is so frustrating for many because it seems like there are a million things you could be trying. So, what are some NATURAL first steps you can take if you are struggling with acne?

1) Get your hormone levels checked. Knowing if you have any hormone imbalances can help your doctor to cater your treatment plan to your specific needs.

2) Address your gut health. Your gut is the foundation of your health and can be closely tied to skin issues.

3) Try going dairy free. I’ve found this is one food group that can be especially problematic for people that suffer with acne. The thing to know is that you have to avoid it for at least 30 days and also that in the future, you can probably have at least some dairy back. It’s usually not a forever restriction.

If you have questions about your struggles with acne, leave a comment below or send me a DM. I’d love to chat about potential solutions and help you get to the bottom of your skin concerns.
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Magnesium Glycinate is a supplement that increases magnesium levels. Magnesium is vital in regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure. It may also be helpful in the making of bone, protein, and DNA. 

I love magnesium glycinate because it is one of the easiest forms of magnesium supplementation for the body to absorb. It is also gentle on the digestive tract which means it is less likely to cause undesirable side effects such as an upset stomach or loose stool. 

Magnesium glycinate might be especially helpful for you if you suffer from:
- High blood pressure or heart disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- Migraine headaches
- Depression

Do you have more questions about magnesium glycinate? Leave a comment below, or shoot me a DM and we can chat!
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