2008

Procreative Visualization

October 16th, 2008 in Articles // Fertility No Comments

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 [...]

Female Libido – Why the big “O” is more than just ooolala!

, , October 9th, 2008 in Articles // Fertility No Comments

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 [...]

Time Out! – Why Stress Can Hinder Your Fertility?

, , October 2nd, 2008 in Articles // Fertility No Comments

Stress kills, but it also makes for reproductive havoc. These factors have been scientifically proven on both counts and felt by people everywhere. Stress can lead to headaches, stomach ulcers, and weaken our immune defenses. It can cause anxiety, depression, panic attacks and heart attacks – The list goes on… However, did you know just [...]

Can I take herbs to improve my changes through IVF?

, , , September 25th, 2008 in Articles // Fertility No Comments

The short answer to this question is NO! If you are doing IVF it is best not to take any herbal medicines because there is a potential for herb-drug interaction which may even decrease your chances of creating a baby through IVF.
Your nutrients on the other hand are essential and should definitely be taken throughout [...]

How To Avoid The Adverse Health And Fertility Effects of Plastics

September 11th, 2008 in Articles // Fertility No Comments

Plastics are proven to cause severe hormonal imbalances leading to fibroids, endometriosis and various types of cancer including (and not limited to) breast and prostate cancers; poor sperm parameters; female and male infertility, birth defects (including feminization of the male embryo), immune system suppression and developmental problems in children as well as early puberty onset [...]

Common And Well Established Infertility Treatments Are Unlikely To Improve Fertility

, September 5th, 2008 in Articles // Fertility 1 Comment

The following article from Medical News Today about a research paper published in the British Medical Journal brings up some interesting and controversial points about existing medical treatments for fertility problems and their questionable efficacy, I thought you may like to know about this. You can see my comments at the end.

Common And Well Established [...]