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My Fertility Journey

I’ll never forget when the time came to start trying for my own family. I had planned, imagined, and even picked out the nursery color scheme. When I looked for ways to prepare my body, however, I came up empty handed. I was in total shock that the advice that just kept coming back was, “Just try for six to twelve months, and then contact a specialist.” What did that even mean? I had never imagined that I would be so frustrated when it came to pre-conception health.

I wasn’t going to just “wait.” As a naturopathic doctor, we are taught to look at the body as a whole; when looking at a patient we understand that all systems work together, and part of determining root cause is looking at the systems individually, and seeking to find which specific area is causing current health concerns. Once we find those areas that need support, we seek to balance them naturally. What frustrated me the most, was thinking of the advice going to not only myself, but to women everywhere – those coming off of birth control, those managing PCOS, women managing hormonal imbalances, and women going through medically assisted conception.

As my frustration grew, so did my desire to create the change I wanted to see. I began researching every aspect of conception and pre-conception. I discovered countless ‘facts’ that were completely untrue. Women were unnecessarily restricting themselves, taking on way too many lifestyle changes, and essentially flying blind with inaccurate information. I felt it was up to me to change the way we look at conception, and the steps we take to optimize our health.

I created my own preconception plan to get myself ready to try to conceive. I was fortunate to conceive on the second month of trying with my first and the first month of trying with my second. I realize it’s not that easy for everyone. But what role did my preparation play in the ease at which I conceived? I will never know the answer to that question, but if you’re like me and believe that nutrition and lifestyle play a HUGE role in your overall health, then I can imagine the changes I made certainly had a big impact.

It doesn’t matter what type of conception you are currently going through, total reproductive health is absolutely critical to success. I created The Fertility Formula with that in mind. It’s not just ‘eating healthy’. What is your current environment like? What is your water quality like? What specific supplements can you take to help manage PCOS and other conditions making it difficult for you to conceive? What can you specifically do during IVF to optimize your health and have a successful implantation?

I created an empowering self study course for you – you can do it on your schedule wherever you wish. I want to see women feel a degree of control, confidence, and have the tools to succeed. Whether you’re trying to regain your cycle after birth control, or trying to begin your family. 

You can download a complimentary preconception checklist on my site, and request a complimentary phone consult to see if the program is the right fit for you. Check out the program information here. 

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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!

Was this helpful? If so – like, follow, and don’t forget to comment below any questions you have about estrogen dominance!
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.
It’s time for another Sunday Supplement highligh It’s time for another Sunday Supplement highlight! Today, we’re talking about Magnesium Glycinate.

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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