Blog - Dr. Alexandra MacKillop

Natural Alternatives to The Birth Control Pill

Hormonal contraceptives cause a slew of problems, but so does a pregnancy that you aren’t emotionally, physically or financially ready for. So, what’s a woman to do? In today’s post, I’ll be presenting two viable alternatives to hormonal birth control for preventing pregnancy. Then, at the end, we’ll cover what…
Why Does My Period Stop and Start Again?

Usually, we know what to expect from month to month. But what do you do when your period starts behaving differently than usual? In my office, I frequently see women dealing with period problems. Unfortunately, many providers have told these women that their experiences are “normal” even though they are…
Here’s How Your Gut Health Affects Acne, Eczema, Hives and More

Gut health is a hot topic right now in natural health circles, and for good reason…it affects just about every other system of our bodies! But particularly with regards to skin health, our gastrointestinal system (i.e. “gut”) is of crucial importance. There are three main mechanisms for this, which include…
Natural Eczema Treatment (that really works!)

As a parent, you’ll do just about anything to take care of your chidlren and keep them healthy—and that’s exactly what we did with our daughter and her eczema. Starting at just a few days old, our beautiful baby girl developed red spots on her cheeks. We started with the…
Are There Different Types of PCOS? Understand Your Diagnosis and More

PCOS is one of the most common causes of fertility concerns among women, and it’s rising faster than ever. The World Health Organization estimates that it affects up to 13% of reproductive-aged women. That means that you’re guaranteed to know someone with PCOS if you don’t have it your self.…
How to Get Pregnant Naturally with PCOS

If you are struggling with fertility and have been told IVF is your only option, you might be wondering how to get pregnant naturally with PCOS, endometriosis, or other fertility conditions. PCOS is one of the leading causes of an infertility diagnosis, particularly in women over age 35, because it…
Fertility Supplements for Egg Quality (and Egg Freezing)

If you’ve been told that your egg quality is low, you’re probably wondering whether there exist any effective fertility supplements for egg quality. TTC is an emotionally charged season. From hormone fluctuations to the overwhelming desire for a child, to the fears and frustrations of unknowns, family planning is anything…
Postpartum Thyroiditis Natural Treatment

When my son was about 4 weeks old, I started noticing pain while swallowing. It wasn’t the usual type of sore throat, on the inside by my tonsils and tongue. Instead, it felt like a big sore lump at the front of my neck. It was tender to the touch…