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Have you ever heard of seed cycling? In the wellness world, this practice is trending, and for good reason. Seed cycling is one way women can overcome hormone imbalances gently, naturally, and effectively. Seed cycling benefits are many, and this article will cover...

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I’M DR. MANDY PATTERSON, a FUNCTIONAL NATUROPATH SPECIALIZING in FERTILITY & THE founder OF A BOUTIQUE fertility focused WELLNESS PRACTICE.

One of my favorite things about writing blog posts for you is getting to share everything I’ve learned with you!

Using a lifetime of experience and science-backed recommendations, I help women like you get to the root cause of your health issues and find optimal health by educating, inspiring, and empowering you to be your own best health advocate.

If you’re ready to successfully overcome your fertility struggles, boost your overall wellness and health, and invite joy and happiness into your life – I can’t wait to get to know you!

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37 Positive Fertility Affirmations 

37 Positive Fertility Affirmations 

When I was wrestling my way through infertility, I felt like an awful human being. I was wretched to other mothers, to my spouse (who was also super sad by the way), and to my friends. But most of all I was hateful to myself. And why wouldn’t I be? My inner dialogue...

How to Build Your Fertility Dream Team

How to Build Your Fertility Dream Team

If you've seen one doctor, you've seen them all. At least that's how it feels to a patient dealing with Infertility. You've been passed around practices and specialists, desperate for answers and no one seems to be able to give you a clear plan of action.  That...

RECIPE Index

Looking for your next great meal that supports optimal wellness and fertility? This recipe index has you covered. My recipe philosophies center on fresh, healthy, whole food-based recipes that center around optimal wellness. Recipes are organized by meal type to help you find what you need.

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Top 7 Essential Products to help Enhance Fertility naturally

Top 7 Essential Products to help Enhance Fertility naturally

Starting your fertility journey can be a deeply personal, and oftentimes challenging experience. Trust me, I fully understand! Many of my patients come to me after years of frustration trying to navigate the maze of conventional medical advice which oftentimes focuses...

Seed Cycling Benefits

Have you ever heard of seed cycling? In the wellness world, this practice is trending, and for good reason. Seed cycling is one way women can overcome hormone imbalances gently, naturally, and effectively. Seed cycling benefits are many, and this article will cover...

How to Lose Belly Fat After Menopause?

Ladies, as we age, our bodies change. It may be hard to believe if you are in your 20s to 30s. If you are in your 40s to 50s, this fact is becoming more real each day. The truth is, as women, we are so unaware of our health. We go from taking care of everyone else,...

Home Remedies for PMS

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) sucks, and truthfully, it often indicates an underlying hormonal imbalance. In some cases, you can restore balance to your hormones with a few simple lifestyle changes. Other times, it will take more drastic measures, functional lab work,...

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How to Build Your Fertility Dream Team

How to Build Your Fertility Dream Team

If you've seen one doctor, you've seen them all. At least that's how it feels to a patient dealing with Infertility. You've been passed around practices and specialists, desperate for answers and no one seems to be able to give you a clear plan of action.  That...

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How Does AMH Impact Your Fertility Journey?

How Does AMH Impact Your Fertility Journey?

A lot of factors impact how fertile you are. Age, lifestyle, current health, and medical history all play a part in determining your ability to conceive. If you are looking to start a family, a few tests can give you an overview of your fertility and indicate any...

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Home Remedies for PMS

Home Remedies for PMS

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) sucks, and truthfully, it often indicates an underlying hormonal imbalance. In some cases, you can restore balance to your hormones with a few simple lifestyle changes. Other times, it will take more drastic measures, functional lab work,...

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What is a PMDD Diet Plan?

What is a PMDD Diet Plan?

Anxiety, bloating, constipation, back pain, crying for no reason, turning to food for comfort - yes, the symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome) are so relatable for many women. For a lot of us females, PMS comes and goes, lasting for no longer than a few days before...

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Natural Remedies for Heavy Periods

Natural Remedies for Heavy Periods

Heavy periods can be frightening as well as frustrating. No one wants to feel like their insides are falling out (YIKES) or be pinned to the couch because of debilitating period pain! Luckily, there are effective natural solutions to address abnormally heavy menstrual...

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Tips for Optimizing Fertility in Your 30s

Tips for Optimizing Fertility in Your 30s

If you’ve always imagined being a mom one day, you might be left wondering, is it too late to optimize my fertility? There are a lot of misconceptions about fertility in your 30s. The good news is that it’s NOT too late!  Women are giving birth later, and it’s no...

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Reproductive Health: Optimize Egg Quality with Nutrition

Reproductive Health: Optimize Egg Quality with Nutrition

Ladies, if you’re trying to get pregnant and looking for natural ways to support your fertility, there is no better place to start than by optimizing your eggs with nutrition. The fact of the matter is that what you eat directly affects your health, especially the...

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