Insights & Resources
Our Fertility Blog
Explore expert tips, research, and real guidance from the naturopathic doctors at Conceive Health — all focused on supporting your fertility journey, naturally.
Can Golfing Impact Male Factor Fertility?
As we gear up for golf season, there are some unforeseen health hazards that this may have for the men out there. As it turns out, sperm is highly sensitive to environmental changes. This includes changes in temperature and exposure to environmental chemicals, including those common to the golf course, such as pesticides, herbicides, and […]
Does Being Overweight Affect Sperm Quality?
When couples are attempting to conceive, it’s often the person who will carry the pregnancy who feels the pressure and responsibility to be healthy and fertile. This is often because the womb provides the energy, sustenance, blood supply, and nutrition for the growing fetus. But what about in our pre-conception stage? It’s no secret that […]
3 Foods to Avoid for More Fertile, Healthier Sperm
Most men are aware of the issues that alcohol and smoking can have on sperm quality, but they probably never thought about how their diet could damage their sperm and contribute to male factor infertility. Here are The Big 3 items to remove from your diet if you want to see better quality sperm: Sperm […]
How Bicycling Impacts Sperm Quality
We know that what we do and what we eat affects our overall health — and that means it also impacts the quality of our sperm and eggs. When we think of healthy living, we almost always think of exercise. Exercise is an important part of our lives that can help us maintain a healthy […]
Getting a Semen Analysis? What You Need to Know
What is a Semen Analysis (And Why Have One)? Oftentimes, a couple’s fertility journey will begin with the woman getting a referral to a reproductive endocrinologist after failing to conceive, or suffering pregnancy loss. Since women carry the pregnancy, it’s a common misconception that fertility difficulties are primarily a woman’s issue. But did you know […]
Does Vaping Affect Sperm & Male Fertility?
What effect does vaping have on male infertility, if any? This is a newer question being asked, with research hurrying to catch up with a global trend. We know that smoking (cigarettes) affects male fertility, largely due to 4000+ chemicals in the cigarette themselves. But what about just nicotine alone? What about the other products […]
Can Melatonin Impact Fertility?
Have you heard of melatonin? We usually hear of it as a way to induce sleep, however, did you know melatonin can be used to treat infertility? Yes, indeed, melatonin is an antioxidant that can assist in reversing oxidative damage to oocytes therefore improving egg quality and improving the chances of conception(1). Let’s take a […]
The Ultimate Guide to Conception Planning for Newlyweds
So you got married, and you’re looking forward to kids – but maybe not quite yet. Awesome! Time to start planning your conception – just like you planned your wedding. I want to put it into perspective. We spent a year (or more?) planning our weddings. We knew we needed to book the hall first […]
Is Your Thyroid Health Impacting Your Fertility?
Your thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped organ that sits at the base of the neck. It is part of the body’s hormone system, called the hypothalamus pituitary axis (HPA Axis), or simplistically the endocrine system. The thyroid makes two main hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). When these two hormone levels are low in […]
Signs That You Need to Boost Your Sperm or Egg Quality
Maybe you were told you may have poor egg or sperm quality. Or maybe you saw one of Conceive Health’s posts about it. But how do you know if your egg or sperm quality need help? The below factors may provide a hint… Do you ovulate LATE in your cycle, after day 16? WHY: Your body […]
How Your Home Impacts Male Fertility – And What To Do About It
If you’ve had fertility on your mind – you may have heard of EDC’s (or Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals). But what the heck are they and what do you need to know about them? ECDs can play a big role in fertility – especially when it comes to men. Dr.Cara MacMullin, ND from Conceive Health @ […]
Miscarriage: Searching for Answers
Any woman/couple who has experienced miscarriage knows how devastating they can be. When recurrent miscarriages are experienced, it can leave women feeling very helpless about their fertility, and lead to fear and anxiety during subsequent pregnancy. Although in many cases the cause of miscarriage is unknown, pregnancy outcomes can be positively influenced by creating optimal […]