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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 far from optimal. So,…
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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. Given this, you might…
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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 can lead to a…
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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 but easy. It requires…
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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 (especially when his little…
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3 Reasons for Painful Periods (and Natural Treatment)
Period pain is considered normal for many otherwise healthy women, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, I would even argue that it shouldn’t be. Sadly, the medical system is broken when it comes to women’s health, and taking a deep dive into the root cause of problems like painful periods isn’t the…
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Basal Body Temperature 101 (How to Track Your Cycle)
The two most common questions I get about women’s health are with regards to contraception and its opposite, getting and staying pregnant. There are so many birth control options out there (with risks/benefits to each) and so many conflicting pieces of advice for women who are trying to become pregnant. Amid that sea of…
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Natural Treatment for Progesterone Deficiency
Did your doctor tell you that you have progesterone deficiency? Or maybe you are struggling with fertility, or perimenopausal symptoms, and are curious about your options for natural treatment for progesterone deficiency. Whatever your curiosity, you’re in the right place to find answers. Progesterone is a tiny molecule that plays a big role in…
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How to Fix Estrogen Dominance with Functional Medicine
Estrogen dominance is a buzz word in natural health circles. With it popping up in conversations everywhere, you might be wondering what it is, whether you need to worry about it, and how to fix estrogen dominance naturally through functional medicine. If that’s you, you’re in the right place. Women’s health concerns tend to…
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What Your Period Reveals About Your Health (it’s way more than just fertility)
Your period might be something you prefer not to think about. Maybe you even feel uncomfortable talking about it. Or perhaps you’d rather pretend it just doesn’t exist, and only address it for the 4 or 5 days per month that you absolutely need to. But As I hope to make In my late…
