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In the fertility community, the rumors abound. There are so many myths about what causes infertility and what increases your chances of getting pregnant. “You can’t get pregnant while you’re breastfeeding.” “Put your legs in the air for 20 minutes after sex to help...
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,...
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,...
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder based on a collection of symptoms that affects females of reproductive age. Women diagnosed with PCOS are often given prescription medicine and birth control pills to manage their symptoms. However, these...
Did you know that Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common causes of female infertility? That’s right! What’s more, PCOS symptoms vary for each individual, making it a unique condition to treat. However, in all cases, PCOS can interfere with a...
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...
There are a million different advice columns on what you should or should not do when pregnant. After all, you’re growing a baby which is difficult work. Regardless, it begs the question what should you do when you’re trying to get pregnant? How can you prepare your...
The majority of people don’t know where to start when trying to conceive. Contrary to what you might think, it’s not as easy as a little romance in bed. Fertility coaching exists to help you navigate the path to parenthood. Between alarming costs and uncertainty,...
Thyroid hormone is one of the most misunderstood hormones. It’s so misunderstood that as many as 60% of people who have a thyroid issue don’t even know it. Your thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ at the base of your neck. It releases thyroid hormone, which...
Intermittent fasting (IF) is all the rage in the wellness world currently, and not without cause. The practice can be helpful in a myriad of health benefits such as anti-aging, weight loss, and focus and concentration. Unfortunately, there is less information on how...
The search for knowledge about food and how it impacts your overall health has increased in the last few decades. Born out of that quest is the science of nutrigenomics. This emerging science seeks to answer the call for a more personalized approach to medicine. I...
Life changes when children enter the picture. Every new season brings with it new challenges. As a mom of six I will be the first to tell you that being a mom is one of the most rewarding and difficult jobs you will ever do. Amidst all the crazy of taking care of...
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dr. mandy patterson, ND, fertility practitioner, & speaker
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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!