By Sapna Shah, MD at Paloma Health
You already know there is a lot to consider when thinking about becoming pregnant. Not only are you making plans and saving up for this new addition, but you’re trying to keep your health in check, too. For people with a chronic health condition like hypothyroidism, there is even more planning involved. But rest assured, with the proper steps, you can successfully manage your thyroid while ensuring the health of you and your baby.
Overview of hypothyroidism
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland that lives at the nape of your neck. As part of the…
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are becoming more common in children — could vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy be a culprit?
By OBGYN Dr. Kenosha Gleaton
Vitamin D, the “sunshine vitamin,” is a fat-soluble vitamin that is found in some foods, supplements, and is produced through ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. Vitamin D is crucially involved in neurodevelopment, and vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy may impact a developing fetus’s brain, leading to possible adverse neuropsychological disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and autism
It has been reported that vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy could be a risk factor for ASD in the…
By OBGYN and fertility expert Dr. Kenosha Gleaton
You may have heard about one of the most popular hormones on the block, AMH (short for anti-müllerian hormone). Perhaps you even got your AMH tested at your clinic, or at home. In this guide, we’ll review what this hormone can (and can’t) tell you and share the latest research on the topic.
What is AMH?
AMH is a hormone expressed by granulosa cells of the ovary during a woman’s reproductive years. A gradual increase in AMH levels is observed in girls from the first day of life, with maximum levels observed in women at…
You’ve read the lists of helpful fertility and prenatal supplements, and you know the basics: prenatal vitamins, CoQ10, folate, but where does inositol fit in?
A member of the vitamin B complex, inositol is a naturally occurring substance with antioxidant properties. Some studies have suggested that inositol can be beneficial for improving IVF outcomes and general fertility, especially for those with PCOS.
Ovulation and ovarian function
A randomized, double-blind clinical trial found a beneficial effect of Myo-Inositol in improving ovarian function in women with oligomenorrhea (aka infrequent menstrual periods) and polycystic ovaries (a hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts)…
By Claire Campbell
It is increasingly evident that the words we choose to use matter, especially when speaking of something as sensitive as infertility. The language we use reflects our intentions and fosters inclusion 一 or exclusion. There are few places where words matter more, though, than in written legislature. That is why when the World Health Organization (WHO) defines infertility as, “the failure to achieve a clinical pregnancy after 12 months of regular unprotected sexual intercourse,” it matters 一 and has far reaching impacts.
This definition does not include LGBTQ+ couples trying to build a family. There are many…
Knowing when you should take your supplements can help you make sure that your body is getting all the nutrients it needs. In this article, we discuss which vitamins to take on a full or empty stomach.
By Vishu Chandrasekhar
Taking dietary supplements during pregnancy is key to ensuring that you and your baby are fully nourished. It’s beneficial to take your supplements at the same time every day, in order to develop a healthy habit and make sure your body is provided with necessary nutrients on a daily basis. What many don’t know, however, is that whether you take…
Luteinizing hormone is one of the many reproductive hormones that keep our bodies functioning properly. OBGYN Dr. Gleaton is here to explain what LH is, what LH levels should be expected, and how tracking LH can help you get pregnant.
By OBGYN and fertility expert Dr. Kenosha Gleaton
LH (luteinizing hormone) is a key hormone for both male and female reproductive systems- let’s talk about why tracking LH is beneficial to getting pregnant.
What is LH, anyway?
There are a few key reproductive hormones — estrogen, progesterone, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), and luteinizing hormone (LH) that impact menstruation, ovulation, and…
Whether you’re trying to get pregnant, or are just trying to better understand your body, a Cycle Tracker could be a great tool for you.
By women’s health expert and Natalist CEO Vernita Brown
Every body is different, especially when it comes to menstrual cycles. If you’re trying to conceive, or just trying to get body literate, tracking your LH surge can be really useful. Using a Cycle Tracker helps increase your chances of getting pregnant, monitors your LH progression over time, and can help predict your future cycles and fertile windows.
Why tracking LH is important
In this guide, infertility-warrior-turned-fertility-counselor Amira Posner shares seven ways to cope with infertility.
By Amira Posner
Lately, I’ve been noticing a lot of pregnant bellies. I think they are absolutely beautiful. I didn’t always feel this way. When I was struggling with secondary infertility, the sight of a pregnant belly would make me want to run and hide. It was a major trigger that elevated my anxiety and reminded me of my own grief.
I coined the term “fertility inferiority complex.” Anytime I heard news of a pregnancy or anything related to pregnant women, it made me question my own…
Starting a family can feel overwhelming and can be an intimidating experience. If you’re new to TTC, you may be wondering if you can even get pregnant. There are plenty of tests and products to help you get started on this journey, and we’re here to help.
By OBGYN and fertility expert Dr. Kenosha Gleaton
The best way to determine if you’re able to get pregnant, is to start trying. But it’s important to get smart about when you are trying, in order to time intercourse with your fertile window (when you are most likely to get pregnant). …
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