The importance of stress management when trying for a baby
Trying for a baby, whether naturally or going through IVF treatment, can be an emotionally draining experience and we wanted...
Preconception & Fertility
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We combine over 20 years' of experience with the latest science and research to bring you the most up-to-date information. Our Preconception and Fertility blog covers a wide range of topics from diet and nutrition during preconception to getting prepared for IVF.
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A chat with nutritionist Rebecca from Probio7 about the role of the microbiome in fertility
I am going to be talking to Rebecca Traylen from Probio7 about the microbiome and its importance in health. It... -
The benefits of baths throughout your fertility journey
There’s nothing quite like sinking into the comforting and calming warmth of a bath to sooth your mind and body.... -
How long does it take to build up my microbiome for fertility?
If you begin on what many refer to as a gut healing journey, some studies have shown that you can... -
The vaginal microbiome – all you need to know!
Research has shown that the dominance of Lactobacillus in the vaginal microbiome plays a vital role in fertility outcomes. Women with a dominant Lactobacillus vaginal microbiota (≥ 90%) have a higher success rate in both term pregnancy and live birth rate. Whereas, non-predominance (<90%) of the genus Lactobacillus has a direct correlation with miscarriage.
