https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tU30nnjFwvY&feature=youtu.be Can fertility yoga and meditation enhance conception chances? Falling pregnant is no easy feat for many couples. Consequently stress and anxiety can become overwhelming for those trying to have a baby without success. This can create a negative feedback loop. The more stressed and anxious you become, the more it disrupts hormonal balances and…
When it comes to conceiving a baby knowing when you are about to ovulate can make all the difference. However, it can take time to get to know your body’s natural rhythms. New technological developments are helping women to track their cycle more accurately and easily. We have found five of the top apps that…
Introducing the new KNOWHEN® Saliva Fertility Monitor Understanding your fertility cycle is a great step forward in planning a pregnancy. Now women can get extra help with a new KNOWHEN® Saliva Fertility Monitor. This is a small handheld microscope that can be used to help determine when ovulation is taking place. The microscope is used to…
Coconut oil is the new fertility food Coconut oil has been making new headlines in recent years as more people rediscover the beneficial compounds associated with this natural plant extract. Coconut oil uses vary widely and include topical applications for skin & hair, make-up remover and detoxification. While one of the most common coconut oil…
Do your work commitments making getting pregnant harder? A new study published in the journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine suggests that women who work long hours and regularly lift heavy objects may find getting pregnant harder. The research was led by Dr. Gaskins at the Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health in Boston Massachusetts. Data collected over…
Research shows that genetics may influence whether you have a boy or girl For many couples giving birth to a healthy baby boy or girl is a blessing regardless of the gender. However, some parent would like to know what determines the ability to conceive a boy or girl. Now new research suggests that there is…
New research finds link between aluminium and infertility in men Aluminium has been in the spotlight in recent years due to growing concerns surrounding its impact on human health. There are indications that accumulation of this element in the body can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. In addition to cognitive failure,…
New research focuses on the relationship between IVF and depression The decision to start a family is a very important time in any couples lives. In many instances falling pregnant happens with relative ease. However, this isn’t always that case. Assisted fertilisation is often the only option for many couples. The decision to undergo IVF…
New natural supplement for female fertility PregPrep is marketed as the first over-the-counter natural dietary supplement that can help women to increase their chances of conceiving. The PregPrep conception kit contains two products. The first supplement consists of a natural mucolytic and antioxidants paired with botanical extracts. These ingredients are meant to support sperm cells in…
Pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables damage sperm development It goes without saying that nutrients are important for fertility and regularly eating fresh fruit and vegetables forms an essential part of a healthy diet. However, the findings of new research from Chan School of Public Health in Boston, MA has found a link between pesticides…
Hormonal implants and IUDs are now 5 times more popular compared with a decade ago A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States has identified a change in birth control preferences within American women. Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) such as subdermal hormonal implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs)…
New Thai surrogacy laws come into effect Thailand has now passed legislation that prevents surrogacy services for foreign couples. Under the new laws, surrogacy services are available only to heterosexual Thai couples or couples with one Thai partner, who have been married for a minimum of three years. Commercial surrogacy is also now banned under this new legislation.…