When you start to plan and try for a baby, it can be both exciting and nerve wracking. Those who are hoping to get pregnant usually start to plan and daydream about the home they will raise their child in, the parks they will play at, family vacations, and more. However, what some people are not prepared for is fertility issues.
Read MoreAcupuncture is an ancient medicinal technique that has been used for thousands of years. It is a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine that aims to improve the flow of qi through the body. The traditional belief is that a blockage of qi in the body limits the effectiveness of organs in the body and creates many ailments. Releasing the qi to flow through the body can improve organ function, relieve pain, and increase overall quality of life. Medical knowledge has come a long way since the origins of acupuncture to improve the flow of qi in the body but acupuncture is still considered an effective way of treating and assisting with medical conditions and has migrated from China to be used all across the world.
Read MoreBeing a woman can be a challenge for lots of reasons, not least of which being our faithful monthly cycle. Realistically, all humans, male and female, old and young, have a regular cycling of hormones but women seem to feel the effects much more acutely than men. Many of us don’t actually even know what is happening to our bodies over the course of a “monthly” cycle, we just know that we are uncomfortable and we want chocolate more than usual. In fact, what’s happening is a delicate balance of hormone production that affects everything from our skin to our mood to our general wellness and everything in between.
Read MoreThe ever-advancing and changing nature of technology has permeated practically every part of life in the modern world. The healthcare industry is no exception. The idea of telemedicine has been around for more than half of a century, but the strides made over the past twenty-plus years with the rapid advancement of smart devices with video capabilities and interactive apps has sped the process to begin to drastically change the way we approach modern healthcare.
Read MoreHaving trouble getting pregnant? Your immune system may be to blame. Learn what immunological infertility is and how you can treat it holistically.
Read MoreFertility acupuncture and herbal supplements may be the missing link you need to increase your chances of fertility.
Read MoreIn recent years, more and more women have been switching their routine women’s health care from a traditional obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) to a nurse practitioner (NP). What exactly is an NP?
Read MoreFor some couples, conceiving a child seems to come easy. This is especially true when you are struggling with fertility issues, seeing others get pregnant, seemingly without effort. For a couple struggling with infertility, the painful reality is that trying to become pregnant becomes a full-time job; for them, there is a much smaller chance of “a happy accident” or becoming pregnant “when the time is right”.
Read MoreInfertility is estimated to affect as many as 15% of couples in the United States. Of these couples, men and women contribute just about equally to the causes of infertility. Because infertility is so prevalent, many men, women, and couples choose to seek medical help when they are unable to conceive despite their best efforts.
Read MoreIt’s an aspect of our health that most of us take for granted: Have sex, get pregnant. In reality even minor stressors can throw your body out of balance. If you’re trying to conceive, these simple changes to your health can help improve and protect your fertility.
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