The hallmark of modern technology is convenience and it can come with at a high price. Modern technology emits high levels of electromagnetic radiation, which is a definite hazard to optimum fertility and the developing embryo. The best way to protect your fertility and safeguard the health and wellbeing of you and your prospective family [...]
We often underestimate the impact of chemicals on our bodies and immediate environment. However, most chemicals are toxic to our body cells and metabolic functions. There should be no doubt in one’s mind about the extent to which chemicals in our immediate environments including our homes and offices can negatively impact on our fertility and [...]
A balanced and healthy body is a fertile body. As more and more studies search for answers about infertility and reproduction; scientists are slowly acknowledging that optimum fertility is not just about the reproductive organs and system– it is a complex process involving various body systems and the mind.
Being underweight or overweight will negatively impact [...]
A healthy diet and lifestyle are essential for optimum fertility. A healthy body is a fertile body and the health of your baby is in great part decided before a pregnancy is even in sight. You see, by 8 weeks gestation a baby’s health blueprint is already created, as are his or her tiny organs [...]
The link between alcohol and fertility has long been debated, however the expert consensus is that there is no safe level of consumption for a teratogenic substance (i.e. one that causes mutations and abnormalities) when a couple desires a healthy conception—and this is even of greater importance for couples challenged by fertility problems or those [...]
We may think the body controls its own processes and solely determines its destiny and how we feel on an ongoing basis. However, this is only partly true. It is in fact the mind (our brain) and the outward thoughts we manufacture, which end up creating the feelings that in turn manifest into concrete results [...]
In many cultures a women’s body has always been a taboo subject. Even today as result of conditioning (from what girls were taught about puberty, sexuality and womanhood at a young age), or from the pure distraction of a very hectic or disorderly lifestyle, the taboo still goes on. Regardless of the reasons, women could [...]
I have recently mentioned how the effects of stress can negatively impact the body, thus putting a damper on fertility. Another way it can hinder your chances is via the mind/body connection.
That’s right! You can think yourself (in) fertile! It’s your choice.
Many couples become emotionally distressed when they facing conception problems. These negative emotions breed [...]
How positive thinking may ensure a positive outcome
I have recently mentioned how the effects of stress can negatively impact the body, thus putting a damper on fertility. Another way it can hinder your chances is via the mind/body connection.
That’s right! You can think yourself (in) fertile! It’s your choice.
Many couples become emotionally distressed when [...]
You may be trying to conceive, and although some couples report to experience a lull in their sex lives as a result of what can become the ‘trying to conceive’ rollercoaster and/or long standing infertility that they forget to enjoy the ride! It is important to reframe your thoughts around being intimate with your partner.
Try [...]
