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I have been trying to get pregnant for 4 years. Then we got the call that none of the 9 embryos made it to freeze. Infertility can be caused by a huge number of factors: hormone imbalance, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Endometriosis, Anovulatory Cycles, physical blockage, inadequate hormone production, short luteal phase, lack of lutenizing hormone, high levels or prolactin. I have one quick question re: the natural progesterone cream. My only concern is that Vitex takes several months to have an effect. We have worked to reduce stress, eat very healthy with lots of protein, fruits, and vegetables, and I have been on a regimen of Vitamin C, Vitamin B4, Prenatal, zinc. Steroids and antidepressants have been known to do so, as well as any other hormone containing or affecting medications. I was planning on taking it so as to not lose time. Also, while I have summers off, he still has to get up early for work every day. I basically had to find out on my own what was wrong and see the specialist (PT) out of pocket. I hope I can get a reply from you as well. I was so heartbreaking to go thru this again. I am starting to lose hope and do not think I want to continue with the IVF. I am 37 and want to be a Mama and happily married to my best friend who wishes for the same. Got some unwanted news from my Dr a couple of days ago. Also am thinking to get Red Rasbery Leaf tea, Royal Jelly, Red Clover and am considering Vitex and progesterone cream. Not to dimish your experience, but ours was quite the opposite. Once pregnant, it is great for getting enough nutrients during pregnancy and has a high vitamin K content to prevent hemorrhage. What supplements would you recommend we each start taking now, and what should we start taking during our target cycle(s). I am 39 now and obviously more eager than ever to have a full term pregnancy. It was a failed pregnancy but at least I now know my body can get pregnant. I do occasionally fall of the bandwagon completely though. I am afraid I have a low egg reserve, and I do have hypothyroidism. I had a miscarriage last fall and have been trying to conceive again ever since. I also take magnesium daily and consume lots of coconut oil. It gets really confusing and I just want to make proper choices. Thankfully, in almost every case, my friends were eventually able to conceive by focusing on supporting the body with proper diet, supplements and lifestyle. There should be instructions on the package, but you rub on fatty areas of the body (buttocks, legs, stomach) 1-2 times a day, using only a small dime size amount and only for the second half of your cycle (after ovulation until menses). It helps reduce stress and is a powerful uterine tonic. Can you share what helped you hey pregnant. It is a very potent herb that often has very noticeable effects on fertility. 5 weeks recently in Dec 2013. I do Chinese acupuncture and take some herbs that have helped with my blood deficiencies. This is the first time I write about my experience. One more thing, my ovulation is very pain full but normal days are fine. It can be done and the doctor who said I needed donor eggs, now boasts that I am her oldest spontaneously pregnancy. It is typically used in the seoncd half of each cycle (ovulation until menses) and in early pregnancy. I will go to the health food store and buy the Maca, and Progesterone Cream. If you ovulate on CD 14, you might want to start early. Hello, I have just found out I am in the early stages of pregnancy. I have had 2 miscarriages, one at 7 weeks and one at 13 weeks, 3 years apart. Most lifestyle factors are also easy to fix with a little effort. In July, I found out I was pregnant thru tracking my temperatures(remained high for 18 days). If you have any insight for me-I have been TTC for 2 yrs, I have tracked ovulation x1 yr with no success. Is there a specific fertility tea blend that you could recommend. Thank you so much for your wonderful post. I noticed that some of the supplements decrease bleeding which would no be good in my case. 3% (non diabetic). Also, the above nutrients and supplements, how many can be taken together. Maria, I am so very sorry to hear about your experience with Dr. And now look at me trying to conceive at 50. Increase healthy fats in the diet especially from sources like coconuts, coconut oil, olives and olive oil, butter, grass-fed meats, eggs, avocado and nuts. You have to check for infections or STDs Chlamydia, etc. So now we are tryin to do all that we can to make out next IVF cycle as successful as we can. The reviews by men on doubling and tripling sperm count is overwhelming. Every two months they are consinstent and change after two months. Hi Tisha, I have a similar story and was wondering how you are doing now. The root is beneficial to the liver and the leaf is mildly diuretic. I agree with you that diet and supplements are not the only thing that has to change for some people, but they are, at least, a very important start and an aspect that is not always addressed by fertility specialists. My hormones are not back to normal after my 1st baby. I am planning to do accupuncture and cupping. Is it ok to take maca and high blood pressure medications, please I need help. My husband and I are both taking Fermented Cod Liver Oil, Zinc, and Maca. Also with all the vitamins my husbands sperm. I totally disagree with the lady with the problems that states supplements did not help her and the others that back her up. We have been trying now for 3 years for a baby with zero success, and as of last August started seeing a fertility specialist. Its been about 4 years since my last period. When he was 4, we tried but no luck, 2yrs later and after numerous tests, I was told both tubes were blocked, one at proximal end and one at distal end. After the miscarriages, I started taking maca daily (along with my husband). 1 month later. A website or contact information would be great. We have always dreamed about having a large family (4-6 kids). I had a daughter in my 20s ok but have left it too long for the next one. My cycle is on average 29 days and has always been very regular and on-time. I almost gave up, but I went to the PT and my quality of life has improved A LOT. i am suffering from secondary infertility. We now have no plan to until we are both feeling up to it again. There is no possible way that women aged 40-45 will all get pregnant by following these recommendations. There are other herbs good for your condition you can research info on polycystic ovary. Recent studies link inadequate vitamin D with infertility and miscarriage. I took a pregnancy test a few times some came up negative and only 1 came thru being faintly positive. I have been diagnosed with PCOS and have not been able to conceive for eight years. Im,46,my second husband is 30 i have 3 kids from a former couple and in actually worried about my sudden infertility i got pregnant a year ago but i had a miscarriage at 3 months which was devastating i just cant get pregnant again what can i do pls help. Can any of this stuff not just reverse infertility, but reverse what caused it. Optimizing b vitamin levels can increase lutenizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone to improve fertility. I am going to order the above items listed. Again, Maria, I am very sorry you did not have this experience. Progesterone is usually taken for the entire second half of the cycle, and some women do notice help with endometriosis from using it. I got pregnant naturally at ages 39 and 41 (this was after having two early miscarriages). I am now doing it on my own, 3lbs so far without all that medication, 75 to go yet but I will try changing my diet as suggested above. I did purchase the progesterone cream from beeyoutiful. We have been trying for the third baby since 10 years. So I am now a believer of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. We use all bio-identical hormones and some of the same supplements you mentioned and a few others. My husband and I have been trying for 3 years now with some help from our doctors and still nothing. So I want to give some of the other herbs you mentioned a try, but how much is too much of any of these vitamins. Studies have shown that women with low melatonin and serotonin levels have a shorter luteal phase (time between ovulation and menstruation) and consequently have a lower chance of conceiving. She keeps telling me it takes couples normally a year to get pregnant after being on the pill. The week I know I will ovulate, We begin having sex every other day. I found your post and I started eating healthy, exercising, was taking maca, rasbberry red leaf, and nettel. I have started a gluten free lifestyle for the past 3 months with limited sugar to deal with a reoccurring yeast infection. And to say she should care more about her kids than her own desires is very disrespectful. Does this mean that I should expect my cycle to start on Day 24. I was told I have PCOS and that it would be harder to conceive. I am still new to tracking and thinking about my cycles. Hello, my husband and I have been TTC for two years now. Dear Wellness Mama, I have PCOS and it seems my biggest problem with fertility is staying pregnant which more than likely is due to my low Progesterone. I have high prolactin levels so adding vitex in a tea blend would be great. Even though my husband is deployed right now will it still be needed despite that fact he is gone. My husband and I have been trying for 13 years to conceive. I am 41, and have been trying to get pregnant for 2. Do these changes affect or improve egg quality. How long do we need to take those herbs and where do you suggest us to buy those herbs. Any doctor, or even a Google search, should reveal that habits like smoking, drug use, and high caffeine intake can severely impair fertility. I also tend to bleed longer than normal while on my period like. I wondered if you had any advice for me please. I am 43 and have been ttc for 3 moths which is not that long cause some people tell me it took them years. My temperature dropped today (not below the coverline my app drew) so I may not have actually conceived. I am waiting for my period to start if it will, tomorrow. I started testing my LH and found that I can ovulate anywhere between Day 16 and Day 21 with a luteal phase of 14 days. I am so overwhelmed with all this fantastic information. Ive had 6 live births and 7 miscarriages (mostly blighted ovums that just didnt implant). I stumbled upon your site while looking at lotion bars on Pinterest. However after reading your posts, I changed my eating habits and started taking Maca and fell pregnant the same month. It is available in capsule form, but makes an excellent hot or cold tea. All my tests are normal but the fear of trying again is there. It contains lots of chlorophyll and is nourishing to the adrenals and kidneys. Thank you for your time and the information. I add nettle leaf to a tea that I drink before and during pregnancy. Did you try some of the things she mentioned in this article. I really want to try natural approach to getting pregnant before I consider IVF. My husband and I just recently starting trying for our first baby. I finally found a store which carries FCLO and had a period within 3 weeks of starting it. My intention is NOT to give him a bad name, but I definitely want to help other women avoid the pain and suffering he causes. You CAN get pregnant naturally regardless of how long you have been trying without success. Age plays less of a role before menopause than was originally thought. I have been to the chiropractor, done yoga, tried meditation and daily affirmations. Again thank you for your post I do believe I got pregnant following your advice. Would love to do this naturally, but after 2 years of trying, I feel that I need to see what else is going on in this body of mine. Contains trace minerals and vitamin K and is often added to commercial vitamins because of its high vitamin profile. I have two kids, one is 14 and second is 10 and a half years old. You can get the American and European brands of fertility herbs and supplements in South Africa. My husband and I have gone through 6 rounds of iui and still no luck. On my last draw blood test assessment ovarian reserve for people over 38 the results was that I have low reserve eggs, They says related to my age, and that I have no many chances unless i do and IVF which is extremely expensive for us and we can not afford it, I found out about Coq10 micronized and Ubiquinol it might help to get healthier eggs hopefully that help. Your body is amazing and can do amazing things when there is no interference. You are already blessed with five children, be grateful for that. Eat a lot of vegetables, especially green leafy varieties like lettuce, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, collard, chard, cabbage, Brussels sprouts and similar veggies. Just had my 8 week appointment and baby looks perfect with a strong heartbeat. I am going to do the Dandelion Root Tea Liver detox for a week. What Herbal meds are good for that purpose. I needed two uterine artery embolizations and several blood transfusions. Pills that have rose hips and bioflavinoids will assist with fertility, but if those ingredients are missing the opposite effect might be seen. Do you know of any herbs to take to induce a missed miscarriage. Many women turn to a low-fat, high fiber diet in an attempt to increase health and lose weight. I already follow your diet, and would like to try out some of the vitamins and supplements that you have suggested. Now my children are pretty well spaced, and not of. I have stage 4 endometriosis and en route for IVF in a few months. There is so much pressure for women to have children before 30. That being said, I have seen a lot of women have drastic improvements from diet and supplements alone. Had 2 sessions and she said left tube (blocked at proximal) was open again. I was also diagnosed with diminished oviarian reserve but finally conceived after being on clomid for 8 mos and on the 4th IUI. The gastroenterologist none of the other four doctors I saw were taking me seriously that I needed PT, which I find utterly disgusting and despicable. Many women also benefit from working with a naturopathic doctor or specialist to address nutrition, supplements and lifestyle changes that can help. We have been trying to have a baby for about 6 month and my sister suggested I take a look at your website. Now I did see a doctor to lose the 37lbs I have lost so far but became uncomfortable when he wanted to hyper excelerate my thyroid (which is perfectly normal). I came off microgynon Contraceptive pill back in May. Wish there were more research and information about ectopic pregnancies out there. It is designed to address all issues that can contribute, and short of a physical inability to conceive, it will work. Weight Loss To lose excess body fat, you have to reduce insulin resistance caused by diet-induced inflammation. This seems to be the general consensus, however, I have been a lacto vegetarian since birth and am unable to consume animals. I have done some research and found some good natural stuff. I just started taking folic acid for a month now. For the first time in a while I am feeling more positive about my chances. I want to what you suggest to both of us. I eat pretty well (except my coffee intake, which I will try to lower), take my vitamins (multi, folic acid, and C), and exercise regularly. Also, soy contains some estrogen naturally which might interfere differently with hormones. The first one is I cut out all grains etc and now I am on CD 20 with no sign of ovulating. The Chiropractor aligns your spine to take the pressure off of your organs and make sure you whole body is working as a whole unit. After reading this I want to get the getting pregnant and pregnancy thing as natural as I can. Lucky for us though, we were blessed with our sweet little girl almost three years ago through private adoption. Infertility, like any disease, is simply a sign that something is not right inside the body and must be fixed. I have implementaed a lot of this already. If he were to wean himself off of caffeine before we try to conceive, about how long should it take for his body to recover from its effects (in terms of fertility). I had been diagnosed with PCOS and told I would never conceive on my own. My only son was stillborn, likely because of the life threatening disease I was developing, and it just kills me not to ever have another baby. NOTE: It is important to check with a doctor or qualified specialist for problems like infertility and to address any potentially serious underlying health issues. Optimizing dietary factors with the above methods will help make your body more sensitive to insulin, which will help production of other hormones and proper function of the body. I highly recommend finding a highly rated PT, just beware not all are knowledgeable in the issue you have so be picky. Why would you dis a post that is naturally trying to help women get pregnant. Life is making her a favor by not allowing her to get pregnant. Second question is do you recommend vitex and maca together. I plan to try some of these recommendations but im afraid my hormones are just too low. I tried to find accurate info on how much is spent annually on infertility treatments, and I kept getting results for ways to finance treatments for infertility. My partner has never conceived a child before (or tried to). He drinks about 2 cups of coffee per day. Which supplements above did you notice decrease bleeding. It would depend on how aggressively I was trying to reverse the infertility. I have been trying for 9 years with my husband. I hope you find it in yourself to be a more positive person in the future. Please share if you try PT and if it helps you. 5 years. A friend sent me to your site it looks awesome. Then I got pregnant on naturally but sadly miscarried at 9 weeks. I would love some advice for my particular situation. Can you share with us please, which is this safe and natural method. I am 44 years of age and I have never been pregnant. I was thinking of taking the progesterone cream but a lot of the other supplements look as if they would be good for all over health as well but am scared to mix too many together. Obtain more nutrient dense carbohydrates from vegetables, some fruits and starchy sources like sweet potatoes and squash. I still get my period but ovulation is not consistent. In 3 months my sister in-law was expecting after 2 years of trying everything. And at what point in the cycle do you take them. Changing our diet and taking supplements does not cure everything. After the third child, I suffered an ectopic pregnancy that resulted in a tubal litigation. A husband will make more sense to me, but to get pregnant to give a child to a boyfriend. Chelsea, I recently lost my baby at 36 weeks due to a blood clotting disorder. We have a 11 year old daughter and have not been able to have another baby. We did a round of IUI, but were not able to do another due to finances. I continue the magnesium, fermented cod liver oil and and coconut oil during pregnancy but stop the macs and red raspberry at that point. I have been tracking my ovulation for about a cycle and a half, and have pretty regular menstrual periods. Alfalfa- Has vitamins A, D, E and K and 8 digestive enzymes. Thanks again for the reply and for all your posts x. I also ordered the Raspberry tea and Vitex. The can impact hormones, and taking them with other drugs that also impact hormones can lead to dangerous effects. While this is certainly not true for everyone, reducing stress is a good idea. Thanks so much for this article, really reassuring to know there is a natural way to beat fertility issues. Truly have to force myself (my poor hubby). Sometimes u need to trust in God not what a doctor say. I am overweight, but my a1c is 5. I do however have a very small cervix, actually. I would definitely try herbs and conceive naturally in short period of time. The only reason for why wants another one is to please the boyfriend. PCOS will often disappear with a diet of no gluten and that evens out blood sugar levels. I was thinking I would start with the Fermented Cod Liver Oil, Red Clover and Vitamin D. Especially because of the endometriosis I really want to try it. He does presently take vitamin c, vitamin e, folic acid and selenium. This has been a stressful and painful process. I also want to take DHEA for my ovarian reserve. thou Im still curious which natural supplements would work best with me. He said it stop growing I did some blood work, and schedule an appointment to see him in a week. Hi iam 34 years old try to conceive since from last 4 years nn diagnose with one leftfellopian tube blocked. Forexamole i have been menstrauting for the last fifty (50) days. Reading stuff like this gives me hope that this past year and a half of ttc will eventually pay off. I have an appt to see the doctor and check my hormone levels but my nutritionist says this just provides a snap shot and probably wont be that useful. I have been havin accupuncture and am taking some chinese herbs. There is always a smell of ink or chemicals in the air, could this be contributing to my not getting pregnant and is there a way to counter this. My husband and I have been TTC for 13 months. My husband and I have been TTC for 3 years. Have you written a post on male fertility. I went to see my doctor I was so excited with the news of still being able to get pregnant at my age. Hi- My right tube is blocked in the proximal location. I believe maca is what helped me get pregnant. Good for both men and women to increase fertility, though women should only take between menses and ovulation and discontinue to make sure it is not taken during pregnancy. I have learn so much from you post i earnestly appreciate your efforts and concerns towards humanity i have an issue i have had two missed abortion i need an advise on how to go about it so that it does not occur again. Minimize exposure to harmful chemicals- this should be a book in itself, but most women notice improvement from limiting exposure to household chemicals, plastic water bottles and conventional cosmetic and beauty products. Oh my God congrats, pls I desperately need to get pregnant too. Hubbie and I have 2 children, but have been trying for 2 years to get pregnant with another. Was trying to find where I read it, but cannot. Make sleep a priority and get enough to feel rested, not just awake. Of course I know the insulin is a most but my a1c has not been over 6 it 2 years. Apple cider vinegar with the mother can also shrink n dissolve cysts. My menstrual cycle from there I skipped mpnth of Aug and they started in Sep. I was charting all my CM, and that all looked good. My midwife practitioner had me start using Prolief hormone balancing cream by Arbonne, but I noticed on the bottle it says not to use it if you are planning on becoming pregnant. When the test is positive, we have intercourse 3 days in a row. I just gave birth to a healthy, 8 pound baby boy. The problem was that there was no thermal shift. Also, is there a way to take bee pollen that tastes good. I am 44, have a large family but would love to have another child. I use progesterone (when needed) for the second half of my cycle. I have been trying to conceive for ten years. After being diagnosed with yet another thing my husband I started making some changes it our life. I have fermented cod liver oil at home but am wondering if its okay to take together with my multivitamin which has 1500 IU of vitamin A already. Hi, I would like to know what help you got from the chiropractor. Hi Laura, do you provide consultation on your herbal services. I am hoping to find a natural doctor nearby before taking any more expensive and extreme measures. I Just finished my second iui in which the results came back negative, about 2 weeks ago. These herbs are very powerful in their own right. Anger is often a problem associate with the liver, and is a sign that the liver needs help to remove toxins, especially after cycles of IVF whilst not carry a baby or after having given birth. A lot of that can be an adjustment while hormones normalize. I am going to start working on weaning myself off of grains. I had an ovarian cyst they removed surgically and had to remove my left Fallopian tube. We have been trying for almost three years now. It depends on your body, but it might be fine, especially if you are still consuming enough good fats. Therefore you really do not know if she could have helped you or not. I noticed that the 1000 mg one say this but the 500 mg bottles do not. Is there a particular reason why you are recommending one that is soy-free. It just kills the flavor of the smoothie for me. I vowed a few days ago to take care of my self more by having massages and mediate to help relax. In the 4 years prior we had nothing not even a failed pregnancy. Unfortunately when he did the ultra sound he did not see a heartbeat. I am set to get married in about a year, and we both want children. It is very important to continue these things once pregnant, and not stop giving yourself proper nutrition, which is even more vital for the growth of an unborn child. I think this post is brilliant and thank Wellness Mama for the time free detail she has supplied. I have had ultrasounds, and have never had an abnormal annual visit. Well, I went on to have 2 more pregnancies. Many Fertility specialists will NOT recognise food (nutrition) as medicine to help fertility because this means you may not even require the procedure of IVF in many cases if you simply eat right (this usually means no sugar), detox, exercise and use supplements etc. My doctor has not been extremely helpful besides suggesting metformin and clomid which I have refused to take up to this point. I have very irregular periods. I saw this article and was immediately intrigued, as I had been TTC for 9 months. 5 year old. I got a puppy and honestly it saved my sanity. Lots of good fat, good protein and carbs mostly from good veggies. I am struggling right now with getting a period, and I truly believe it is from. What dosage should i start with and when in my cycle should i start taking these supplements. My brand new Wellness Mama Cookbook is now available to purchase. I am now looking for a more natural way to conceive as I am done pumping all those hormones into me. Most women do well with several hours of recreational activity a week (walking, fun sports, or swimming) and a few weight training sessions. My youngest is now 8 and i really would love to try once more for a girl. I know I have a progesterone deficiency from the old birth control I was taking many years ago that did a lot of damage to my hormones. I went to chiropractic and acupuncture religiously, changed my diet dramatically, removing dairy, sugar and gluten, and within 3 months was pregnant. We just as well both started doing acupuncture as we are getting desperate. The great news is that dietary and lifestyle changes can make a tremendous difference in fertility, and often help with other issues like excess weight, lack of energy, blood sugar problems, skin issues, and insomnia in the process. I am really looking forward to any advice as it can help me greatly. This post is inspiring me to REALLY commit. Vitamin D- Vitamin D deficiency is very common in America, especially during the winter, and can be very detrimental to overall health. Do you suggest prenatal vitamins plus extra vitamins. Hi, its me again, so over the weekend i went and purchased maca, FCLO, chaste berry extract, red raspberry leaf, evening primrose oil, and the progesterone cream. Especially for those with short cycles or short second phase of their cycle (ovulation through start of menses), progesterone can be the issue. Before we are born all of our organs and nerves are little buds or stems off of the spine. Even those who choose to undergo conventional fertility treatments can help improve their chance of working by supporting their bodies in natural ways as well. Some natural doctors recommend taking up to 5,000 micrograms a day and women hoping to get pregnant should take at least 2,000 micrograms a day. Mt husband and I have only been married 1 year. Can I take red raspberry leaf tea, and maca while ttc.
I decided to start buying the various components separately as independent reading said that some of the ingredients should be mixed. So, Skye, I do hope you have checked Pope Paul VI and Dr. Thanks Deshawn for encouraging all the women with such lovely words. This may mean taking a nap during the day or going to bed a few hours earlier. Obviously this has helped other women get pregnant. She said because I kept getting cysts and fibroids that I may as well have a hysterectomy. My husband does smoke and is trying to quit, however it is a work in progress. My partner and I have decided to extend our family, but we are trying to time conception (so we can try for a summertime birth because of the school year). Hello, I am 42 years old and trying to conceive. These herbs are also often recommended to help increase fertility. For some women, this alone will increase fertility. Personally, I drink Red Raspberry leaf tea throughout pregnancy, and my midwife has said this is fine, but some people are more comfortable only doing that in the later half of pregnancy or not at all. Maybe I am too old and should forget all about it. I know there are lots of women who try for years before they finally have a baby. Check with your doctor to see if any medications you are taking could impair fertility. Also, I have a bit of facial hair that I am always plucking, could this be because of low estrogen if so it there a natural way to fix this. Hi Ladies, I just joined and saw this thread. I might miss out on a second baby, as I am radically changing my diet at 42, but it is a comfort to me to understand why we might have had so many problems. Both of us have gone through so many tests and each one comes back with great results, but yet still no conception. I have undergone multiple treatments from past 5 yrs. My husband and I have been TTC for almost 2 years. Would love to know how to treat yourself after an ectopic pregnancy as well. At 28 I was not eating right I had 23 eggs picked up and only 3 fertilized, so for 10 years I researched and I had achieved brilliant success. Now 23 I am married wanting to start a family and still cant. Weight loss has been shown to increase fertility, but losing weight in this way is rarely effective for increasing fertility because it deprives the body of the necessary proteins and fats necessary for hormone production. I already drink raspberry leaf tea but would like to add some of the other recommended herbs in as well. This is the specific system I use when working with women on fertility, but it is also very useful for helping with PMS, cramping, fatigue, heavy periods and other hormone related problems. His sperm count did increase a bit but still no pregnancy. This is also important during pregnancy as adequate protein can help minimize the risk of certain pregnancy complications. ) Hope i get the same results. Aim for at least 2,000 mg a day pre-conception. We have been trying to have a baby for about 6 month and my sister suggested I take a look at your website. I would like to know how you were able to conceive in 2 months. As an animal lover this one is still a bit tough for me but I try to eat meat or fish 1-2 a week now, plus lots of eggs, grass-fed butter, raw cheese and coconut oil. My husband has low sperm count and motility. I am aware this post is old but would appreciate if you could take a few mins to reply to the below. We have been through all of the testing, and were diagnosed with unexplained infertility. As someone who leads a healthy life style this is perfect for us. My husband and I eat paleo but I suspect a short LP. This has worked for many of my family and friends. Low progesterone is the most common cause of not ovulating, and the natural cream is usually an easy solution. I recently had a positive home pregnancy test, but have been spotting for ten days. I will be soon 35 and my husband is 47 years and he smokes. Hi i have a question, im 28 with endometriosis. Read More Aging Your rate of aging is determined by the levels of chronic inflammation in your body. I have been to a fertility clinic to tri IUI bit never got to the procedure because the meds. This post is free advice that can guide many couples to having a take home baby. Can you please advice if these are all safe to be taken together along with a healthy diet. Of the herbs you suggest which do you think I should try. Do you get pregnant just by washing your laundry with your husband. They also said I will need to put on heparin when I become pregnant. We decided to stop trying because I was so stressed out. Proper diet and nutrition can greatly aid the body in conceiving and carrying a healthy baby, and are beneficial in overall health. My hormones are totally imbalanced. I have pcos and i only uave my period once a year if i dont take pills or provera. It is important to note that many people have trouble using the synthetic form, folic acid, and do better with folate or methylfolate ( this post explains more ). The above system is also helpful for women struggling with PMS, PCOS, endometriosis, heavy periods or other hormonal problems. Get enough protein especially from grass fed meats, eggs, and nuts. Have your levels checked to find out how much you need. Because of money it will probably be our last. Known to help cell division and might prevent miscarriage. I have started to use progesterone cream also and nettle and rasberry leaf infusions. I am having a tough time deciding what will be my best bet. Other doctors have told me the same thing. I decide to get Maca powder yersteday and also Raspberry leaves, I am getting the Natula Progesterone Cream today. My husband has a child from ahis previous marriage and no sperm issues. IMPORTANT: Do not take any of these herbs in combination with fertility drugs, hormone treatments, or hormonal birth control. As a consequence I have upped my soya intake which I know is not good for fertility. He works on night shift while I went back to school for another college degree. So if the spine is in the wrong position it can be pinching, amongst other things, the organs that we need. I have had 2 recurrent miscarriages one at 7. I used deposhort for 3 years after i had my 9year old son. Then I had recurring problems with large cysts on one ovary and ended up having to have that ovary removed and told that it would be near impossible for me to get pregnant on my own now with my past history and now only 1 ovary. The physical therapist loosens the scar tissue that was causing persistent nausea from intestinal pain, and prevent tubal blockage. But I would like to know what you suggest. I had a son 17yrs Ago without trying, he was via emergency c-section. I had a HTC, everything was clear, my husband had a sperm test, the doctor commented on how good of a sample he gave. I hope that it will happen naturally when there is not so much pressure. They could be taken together but the progesterone cream, red raspberry and Maca together are the most potent. That will assist as times of high fertility. Will taking the above supplements help me or would you recommend something else. I came across this web site and wanted to know what, if anything you thought could help or if the medications he suggested are good. I was just past ovulation, so the next day I started taking cod liver oil. I am a year late in this post stream, so not sure how that works. Zone Labs offers inflammation-reducing products including OmegaRx fish oil, Polyphenols and Pasta. At the moment, I am taking Promise prenatal multivitamin ( mainly because high dose of folic acid and iron). I am an herbologist as well as a mother of 7 others. Do you think this system and herbs will work to help me conceive. Please tell me about it below, and share how you have overcome infertility or what you still struggle with. My cycle is every 28 days and it started today. been doing ferility drugs right now but anything extra that i can do to help is great. Poor nutrition often plays a major role, as does exposure to certain chemicals. Iam finding it hard to conceive having tried for two years. Your doctor has to believe in your goals or at least not be openly critical of your efforts. Truth be told I am terrified to open my heart up again it almost destroyed me last time (thankfully I have my sweet girl to remind me that even if we are not blessed with more, we are truly blessed with her). I read that wheat grass and spirulina is good as well. We just started the testing process, so we are still waiting on the results of my thyroid and his sperm count. I was diagnosed with diminished ovarian reserve meaning that I had the ovaries of someone 15 years older. I am 39 and have been trying to conceive for the past 5 years. I take a multi vitamin for woman, Dong quai, vitex, hyponid, melatonin-mostly for my sleep aide, vitamin c, vitamin e, b-12, iron, calcium, zinc. Seems like a good option if you are looking to go a more natural route. Right now DH is taking Coast Male Reproductive Fertility Supplement. I changed EVERYTHING in my life: took supplements, gained weight (so that I was a healthy 19-20% body fat), stopped running, changed my diet and did not get pregnant naturally (and, yes, I was having sex when ovulating). Secondly, track your discharge for an egg-white consistency. Often, the ideas above will help with many of the physical causes of stress, leaving you more time to (hopefully) relax. I used to take birth control only from Jan to July (7months). I have regular periods that come at the exact same time each month. While there are many wonderful naturally minded fertility specialists out there, in many cases it is not possible for them to test for and address any of these possible underlying issues. My husband and I have been TTC for over 3 years now. That put it in my head back then but every pap since said all was fine. I have added magnesium lotion, progesterone cream, vitex, and DIM along with the dietary recommendations you made over the last couple of months and I have already noticed a huge difference in my fertility signs. I have just started taking maca and it works wonders with me and my husband I found it at the vitamin shoppe or you can get it at GNC or online im using that to help with fertility along with royal jelly and Bee propolis good luck. I noticed it said to Maca day 1 of cycle to ovulation date. I am fearful of the process being that I would prefer to get pregnant naturally. I am really confused by this because before this cycle I was having 34 day cycles. After over 5 years of infertility, we were able to conceive after I had a laparotomy to remove stage 4 endometriosis. I have read so many articles on what stuff to take when ttc or helping with pcos that sometimes I get so overwhelmed. I am not in the process of trying IVF, however the two cycles I tried, again the hormones did not work. I agree that nutrition and sleep can definitely play a vital role in fertility. Wow Kat Kavran that was very rude and insensitive. I am 30 years old and unfortunately have lots of friends who are struggling with the heartbreak of finding it diffcult to conceive. You have 2 children, but you sound so bitter and angry in the post. my first results showed that i had PCOS. You should care about your children more than your own desires. During the weekend I cam accross this powerful article. Fertility drugs and artificial hormones of any kind, including birth control, can make underlying problems better, but can also make them even worse and make future fertility more difficult (this is sad, because hormonal birth control is often prescribed for various hormonal imbalances and problems). I just went out and bought Maca, Cod liver oil, and red raspberry leaf. I increased my calories quite a bit and started vitex and finally ovulated. to take, is it wise to take them all at the same time. I am also working with a holistic doc to try to get my progesterone up and my liver cleansed. I also eat a lot of cocnut oil, stopped drinking wine on the weekends (switched to tea), and am in bed by 8:30-9:00 and wake up at 5am feeling rested. Should I start taking fermented cod liver oil and maca root (during the times you recommended). While sometimes medical treatment is necessary, couples should at least consider dietary changes first to support the body. After a few months of tracking temperatures, I figured I out I ovulate around day 18. However endometrio cyst ws removed on last year tgrough laproscopy n still unable to conceive after 2 iui done. Please help me with any recommendations you may have. Read More Athletic Performance Reducing inflammation is the key to recovery and better performance. Doc told me i have POF with 1% chance of getting pregnant. My chiropractor has me on ProgonB to try to help me bring my progesterone levels up. My husband and I are currently facing infertility obstacles. After a year of trying, we conceived however, lost the baby at 7 weeks. The most common lifestyle factors that can increase fertility are. I know 5 months is nothing like years but the idea of not becoming a mother made me very very depressed. Mine did. It was through the help of the charting and MD who is trained in NaPro that we were finally able to concieve. My progesterone is still at a 2 at ovulation, even on 150 mg of clomid. We just got the go-ahead to begin tryn again and so far have been unsuccessful. Hi Laura, I am trying to get pregnant at an older age. Also a test no doctor really test anyone for is mycoplasma. But I am trying to trust that the Lord has a plan and when I have kids (natural or adopted) it will all be worth it. i have unexplained non ovulation. I am 45 and have been trying for 3 years without any luck. I have been using these for the last 2 months I feel them working on my ovaries area. Serrapeptase is a good enzyme to take, nattokinase and bromeline they shrink cysts. Please try recalculation of days before going to hormone therapy. After the first mc, we tried for around 6 months to get pregnant with no luck. We have seen a specialist for 8 months and just did our 6th IUI but its. I am taking Maca, Red Raspberry leaf capsules (400mg), and Fermented Cod Liver Oil ttc. My husband has a similar issue and was recently advised to take L-Carnitine to increase his count. So I feel a bit better about my chances now, even if the attempts for pregnancy are still a long way off. I stopped because we decided to start a family. PCOS symptoms mimic some of of pregnancy ones. The stress of wanting something so bad can sometimes be what causes the stress that prevents us from having it. I have blocked tubes a d conceived my son through ivf. It has been known to help balance hormones and restore fertility. It makes me wonder, should I do something like that with natural estrogen and progesterone. Some of you people out there in this world are just so ignorant, so outspoken and ridiculous. Filed Under: Motherhood Print Friendly This post contains affiliate links. The only thing I have done is focusing on eating healthy, exercising and eliminating toxins from my body and environment. We did do a year worth of fertility treatments but they never took. My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for the past 6 months. For couples, struggles with infertility can be agonizing. I lost a little weight before I was married due to phentermine but went off and doubled back what I had lost. I will try some of the suggestions above. I know I have scarring but they said this last surgery to clear my tube and some scarring was successful. However, I am worried about these long cycles. I feel like life is passing my by, and just about once a month I have a friend announcing that they are pregnant. We had 11 embryos, we transferred two and hoped to freeze the rest. Who are you to tell someone what they should or should not do. Supposedly it works for several different causes of infertility within 2 or 3 cycles. While weight loss can greatly help fertility, having too little body fat (below 15-18%) can make the body go into an anovulatory state. Sometimes there are other factors at play that impact our fertility. I usually use at least a cup of herb per gallon of boiling water to make the tea, or a tablespoon if making a single cup. Soy is a phytoestrogen and can have reverse problems if you are trying to raise your Progesterone levels plus not all soy is non GMO and is linked to cancer. For some women, nutrition alone can be enough to support the body for fertility. Blog posts like this only alienate healthy women like me and make us feel guilty for not being healthier. I have some of the same stuff as you (vitamin D, prenatal, folic and Maca. Acupuncture has helped me regulate my period and Macca will do that too. Even if women need more fertility help, these steps will help improve their chances with fertility aids. February 2014 I skipped the whole month and had my periods the 07March, my nurse friend advises I take hormonsl bslsnce pills which I started on the day the 7th. Read More Wellness The secret to maintaining wellness is to reduce chronic diet-induced inflammation in every organ in your body. Well I had 2 pregnancies without drugs to get them. What I take to optimize nutrition before conceiving is: -1 tsp Fermented cod liver oil daily (both). I am not sure about chiro but I swear by acupuncture. I see this post is rather old but I have some questions and hope you will respond. I have endometriosis, this has been a long tough road. Mt husband and I have only been married 1 year. Take Folic Acid when TTC and during pregnancy -thought it was the same every where, but I could be wrong. My question for exercise: is Insanity too much exercise. We have decided instead to try Inter Uterine Insemination (IUI) since I have some sperm banked (5 frozen vials). Personally, I would try progesterone cream in the second half of cycle and early pregnancy, along with Maca (stop when pregnant) and the other supplements (folate, FCLO, etc) to prepare your body for healthy pregnancy. Limit Stress- Easier said than done, especially for anyone who is going through the emotions of fertility difficulties. Thank you for this great article, it really gives me hope. Soy is genetically modified unless it is organic. Infertility struggles can often be linked to specific hormone imbalances. Thank you for the concise breakdown of ways we can help ourselves naturally. My husband and I have been together 10 years and only used birth control once for a three months (it made me a bear to live with). You can take all but the progesterone cream during your who cycle and I use progesterone cream for the second half of a cycle (ovulation until period starts). I have no idea what these numbers mean other than the doctor telling me that I will need the assistance of a fertility clinic to get pregnant. I have been tracking my temperatures thru NFP and it has been helpful to see when I ovulate. We tried for only 1 month, after charting my cycles for 16 months and using FAM with a diaphragm during my fertile week. However, my reading has been giving conflicting advice: some say maca should be taken all month long, you say the first half. So I am trying to make sure my husband and myself are on the proper fertility supplements. We are the same age, generally eat as close to whole food as possible, and over the last year or so have eliminated artificial colors, sweeteners, flavors, and preservatives from our diets. Hi I am a 44 year old mom of a 2. I was told to purchase that one by the herb shop owner. Can help cleanse the body and remove toxins. I want to know if certain vitamins could help drastically improve my husbands count. We have always been health minded people (mostly vegan) but we started getting rid of all the toxins in our life (thanks again for all the recipes). What I am wondering is how I calculate timing on supplements and if I will get enough taking supplements only 5 days (from menses to ovulation). I would love to make her a big sister, she is an amazing little human being and I am blessed every day because of her. We have now been tryig for 18 months to get pregnant again, with no luck. This was the one thing that had been different from the previous 3 cycles. It has a high nutrient profile and is especially high in calcium and is a uterine tonic. We rescued a dog a few months ago, which does help give me something to cuddle with, but I still want to be a mom. I was told i was inferile due to hypothyroiditis. I have been through 2 unsuccessful cycles of IVF. some say red raspberry leaf should not be taken when pregnant so its better only have if the first half of the cycle. We have been very resistant to hormones because. It was so easy to get pregnant the first time and had the healthiest and easiest pregnancy. His results after wash was 1000 only, so extremely low. Two months later, I was pregnant at age 39. I am not overweight and exercise regularly, I eat well and so does my husband. Both of us are of a healthy weight and for the most part do eat relatively healthy. Where I do agree that a change in life style COULD help some people to conceive. I know I have scarring but they said this last surgery to clear my tube and some scarring was successful. Sorry for the format, wrote it all out, pressed the wrong button and it all disappeared, no patience for technology. Thank you and I will look forward to hear any outcome. I have one tube blocked and low ovarian reserve ( no idea what it means). Recently, we found that my husband has low sperm count and motility. I have read your article and I am planning to try taking Maca. I had my blood work done on CD 3 and my results are as follows. Since June I became more aware of the nutrition aspect and have started incorporating daily bone broth, lots of fats, organ meats, CLO etc. Would very much appreciate your thoughts and insights. He did tests on my hubby and he is healthy and strong with lots of good swimmers. My husband is on CO Q10, B complex, folic. We have charted, not charted, and we even went to visit a Indian Healer. I am only 25, but I have been starting to get concerned. My husband and I have been ting to conceive for 2 years. We have had fertility problems over the years. Lovely Deel, know that your cycle is longer days and not months. I am concerned because I am 24 and my husband is 32 we have been trying since Aug 2013. Do you suggest just choosing one of the herbs or can I take as many of them as I want in any combination. There are many other lifestyle factors that contribute as well. I am trying to gather trustworthy resources for men and women separately. I just started on this cycle (I am currently cycle day 13) and I have been charting bbt and taking Vitex twice a day and 2 red clover a day. I also have a bicornuate uterus and a blood disorder called Latent Factor Five (it makes my blood clot easily) which increases infertility. I started taking Maca Root on cd 2 through ovulation. Hi I am also trying to get pregnant my period comes once a year and have decided to change my diet just like Mitchell and hoping for the best having trouble finding maca capsules in Botswana anyone know where i can get this. 4 years trying nothing. I am 30 years old and have a child from my previous marriage who was conceived when I was 24. Thank you so much for all the great advice on this website. I already follow the nutritional guidelines, and no one on this earth could make me forgo my 8-10 hours of sleep. Accu and some natural supplements is all I changed. I have always had a very short cycle (23days, day 1-5 being menses PMS starts around day12-14), I seem to ovulate around day 10, and I can feel the cramping in the ovary for ovulation as well as checked via ovulation kit. It should only be from the start of menses (day 1) to the day of ovulation and not during the luteal phase. I also had hydrosalpinx in one of my fallopian tubes which had to be closed. This information is just so everyone knows how to apply progesterone cream properly. I used to think the same until I counted the DAYS between first day of bleeding. Would you suggest anything else, or in addition to this. A lab tech told us that even with 5 vials there are probably less than 100 sperm so doing an at home insemination using a kit would never work. While diet and lifestyle alone often reverse infertility, some women notice better or faster results with the aid of natural supplements and herbs. By the way, I just order the maca, raspberry leaf, and the progesterone cream online. My husband and I have been trying for more then 2 years. I have a 3 year old and have been now trying to conceive number 2 for 4 months now with no luck. These doctors are so quick to put you on artificial drugs. I have a question regarding what may be the best route for my husband and I as we are vegetarians (we do eat dairy and fish), and have been trying to get pregnant for one and a half years. The pregnancy was unplanned, but I had no complications during pregnancy or birth. So many supplements. The saddest part is that in many cases, the body can reverse infertility naturally if given the correct resources. I was wondering if you have any specific suggestions just based off this brief reply. A completely dark sleep environment may also help melatonin levels and sleep. Remove processed grains, other processed foods, sugars and starches from the diet. Hello, I just stumbled on this site and am so interested in all the info. I have just had my 46th birthday and am very excited to welcome this little person into our world in October 2016. I would love to know what you recommend. I also have ovarian cysts every now and then. About a year later we tried again and thought we were successful until I miscarried and it turned out to be a partial molar pregnancy. This happened the last time I adopted a whole foods diet as well. I am worried about the creams containing parabens, xenoestrogens, preservatives and anything else that might be considered harmful. I started taking maca, i eat as much coconut oil, grassfed butter and fermented food as I can. Im 35 now but have never had a normal period. I finally had time to read through the comments and got the answer to my question. I have pcos but have had regular periods (abou32-35 days) since having surgery in 2009. But if not, um vitamin c, fried sesame seeds with honey, a lot of chamomile tea, parsley tea, laxatives. How much of each of these should I be taking every day. I see you have a list of vitamins supliments etc. I will buy the Maca supplement and some Red Rasberry leaf. Should he start taking maca root as well. Hilgers and his associates helped treat the root causes of infertility without making promises about delivering a baby. I am thankful that the journey has made me more conscious about what I put into my body and that my body stronger and more able to carry a baby to term when and if we conceive. I am a lacto vegetarian and I have been trying really hard to do a low carb diet without grains, but am finding impossible. We are at the point of IVF now and it seem that I am not producing enough eggs. Since my ectopic was cervical (not tubal) it has to be treated chemically I got two doses of metrotrexate (chemotherapy) which caused severe bleeding. Start with the dosage on the bottles you got and then work up in your next cycle after you see how your body responds. Like you I will take asprin and heparin with any future pregnancies. I have a list of vitamins that I am currently taking and I would like to add Maca, red raspberry leaf, and progesterone cream to the mix. Oh and big issue, libido all but non existent. Extreme fertility treatments do work for some, but can be very emotionally and physically exhausting, not to mention very expensive. We are here to multiply and trust in God for everything. Ive been trying for two years, with accupuncture and chiro help and still dont get regular periods and two failed ivf attempts. What a blessing-and I have more energy and vitality than I did when I was 30. I started taking Vit D, folic acid, prenatal vitamins and the sperm friendly lubricant Pre-Seed along w an OPK kit and thankfully got pregnant on our first round. It comes in powder form or capsule form. I have a list of the herbs I would like to try. 5 weeks Dec 2012 and the other one at 8. Only two months into this, we discovered we were expecting. I have been officially trying to conceive since last December. I seem to have low ovarian reserve and have irregular period since miscarriage 3 years back. Zinc- Very important for cell division including sperm production and ovulation. Do you have any recommendations for how to go about finding a naturopathic doctor. I suffered a late miscarriage last summer and was determined for it not to be another 2 to 4 years before I was pregnant again. Thank you. I have no hormonal problems.
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