Category: Preconception
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Basal Body Temperature (BBT)
Basal body temperature (BBT) is the “lowest natural, non-pathologic body temperature recorded after a period of rest” (Steward & Raja, 2023). The purpose of BBT charting is to track a woman’s unique temperature patterns over the course of multiple menstrual cycles. This information is often used in conjunction with other…
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Supporting Ovulation
Ovulation is a complicated process that HAS to happen in order for a woman to become pregnant. Issues with ovulation or anovulation (the absence of ovulation) is the number one cause of female infertility. Luckily, there are many ways that we can support the process of ovulation outside of Western…
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The Impact of Stress on Fertility
You may be asking yourself “what does stress have to do with fertility”? The short answer is that stress depletes nutrients that are necessary to manufacture hormones such as estrogen and progesterone which are crucial to one’s ability to become and sustain a pregnancy. Estrogen and progesterone regulate the female…
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What is Preconception Care and Why Do You Need It?
Preconception care refers to the health of individuals during their reproductive years. It is a preventative approach to healthcare to ensure that both maternal and fetal health are optimized. It is important for overall health across the lifespan, but is specifically important for those who are hoping to become pregnant…
Sarah Sajnovic Nutrition 