Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting a significant number of women in their reproductive years, often leading to infertility due to chronic anovulation. Now, a study from the Faculty of Medicine at Tobruk University in Libya has explored the effectiveness...

Of all the ways expectant mothers can care for their own health and the health of their baby, oral hygiene is rarely top of mind. Yet, a fascinating new study from Poland’s Poznan University of Medical Science explores the growing evidence that the oral...

Following on the heels of our last post on sleep quality and gestational diabetes in pregnancy, did you know that poor sleep can also impact your fertility? A recent study found that low-quality sleep is linked to lower levels of AMH and higher levels...

Understandably, sleep can be a struggle for expecting moms. But new research suggests that getting enough quality sleep is about more than just rest: it can also reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes (GDM) during pregnancy. A recent study found that both poor...

Worried about iron levels during pregnancy? A new study highlights how iron deficiency becomes more common as pregnancy progresses, even in otherwise healthy women. By the third trimester, over half of the participants faced iron deficiency, which can impact both mom and baby. The...

Infertility is a rising concern worldwide. Despite ongoing research into the various factors contributing to male infertility, it appears one element may have been overlooked: the relationship between the number of infertile siblings and abnormal sperm parameters. A recent study looked to fill this...

In this past post, I shared research showing that children of mothers who consumed artificially sweetened beverages during pregnancy were more likely to develop childhood asthma and allergic rhinitis (hay fever). Women who consumed artificially sweetened beverages during pregnancy were also shown to have a higher...

In my clinic and my online pregnancy course, I cannot stress enough that expecting moms need adequate, healthy food throughout the day. Now, recent research highlights the impact of maternal diet quality – and, importantly, when you eat – on your baby’s long-term metabolic...

Trying to boost fertility? It could be time to focus on what’s on your plate! A recent study found that men who follow an alternative Mediterranean diet (aMED) – rich in fruits, veggies, whole grains and healthy fats, and low in red meat and...

Women have long tracked their ovulation to optimize their chances of conception – based on observation and understanding of their bodies’ cycles. I teach these science-based strategies in my online fertility program and in my clinic, including how to track basal body temperature to identify your peak...