Embarking on the journey of assisted conception, you will come across an array of words and abbreviations that can make the journey even more confusing than it already is, so this post goes out to everyone at the start of their journey; whether you’re about to have your first doctor’s appointment or just contemplating giving… Continue reading Fertility Vocabulary
Introduction to the 2nd B Method newbie
Did you know that there are approximately 50 million couples around the world who are unable to bear children? You are reading this because you are looking for answers, support, and a community to help you along this sometimes painful journey. If you are struggling to conceive, the path to motherhood can oftentimes be stressful,… Continue reading Introduction to the 2nd B Method newbie
Numbing Out – It’s the New Fad
Cheers, dear readers, Motherhood is not every woman’s dream but for those who find themselves unintentionally childless, it’s a painful reality. I always assumed like every other girl that I would have kids. I have been raised (by my parents, school and society) to know that is what I am supposed to do… You’re born.… Continue reading Numbing Out – It’s the New Fad
Obesity and Infertility
The negative effects of obesity upon Fertility were described by Hippocrates who wrote in his Essay on Scythians ‘People of such constitution cannot be prolific…. fatness and flabbiness are to blame!’ Obesity is a rising epidemic affecting millions worldwide. It is an increasing preventive health burden upon Modern Society. More than 66% of men and… Continue reading Obesity and Infertility
10 Questions to Ask When Starting to Work with Your Fertility Specialist
You’re at your initial consultation with your prospective reproductive endocrinologist, and after the doctor gives you a brief overview of the clinic, he or she asks you if you have any questions. You were so nervous about the appointment that you had no idea what to ask. Or maybe you were scared to ask questions,… Continue reading 10 Questions to Ask When Starting to Work with Your Fertility Specialist
YoCus (Yoghurt Cups)
It’s been a hectic work week as a result of which I was parted from my beloved kitchen by virtue of never-ending meetings. Boy was I glad to be back in there over the weekend and spend happy hours rummaging in my cupboards and dreaming of what to make and what flavours will work and compliment… Continue reading YoCus (Yoghurt Cups)
Shake it up! Breaking free from infertility habits
There’s nothing like being made redundant to shake up your routine! Once fear has subsided you have an opportunity to reassess, recalibrate, reprioritise and refocus, which is so precious and valuable and can open up a whole new way of life and way of working that you never thought possible! This is the… Continue reading Shake it up! Breaking free from infertility habits
Kick the Coffee to the Curb
If you’re trying to conceive, think twice before reaching for that second cup of Joe. I realize that I might make some enemies with this post. In modern-day society, we love our coffee – the tantalizing aroma of the beans, the rich, comforting taste, the energy jolt it gives us, the way we go from… Continue reading Kick the Coffee to the Curb
Secondary Infertility
Is it right to treat secondary fertility SI (the inability to conceive a second or third child after successfully conceiving the first) with the same significance as primary infertility PI (the inability to conceive a first child)? I guess by “treat” I really mean in a social sense as opposed to medical, as the… Continue reading Secondary Infertility
It’s All About the Hormones: PCOS Relief Strategy #3
We’re more than halfway through September, and autumn is coming into full swing. September is also PCOS Awareness Month and here at B-Method we’re dedicating the entire month to looking at ways that you can get serious, lasting relief from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. We’ve spent the past two weeks learning effective eating and sleeping strategies… Continue reading It’s All About the Hormones: PCOS Relief Strategy #3