Fertility Blog

At one point or another, most of us have wondered what "magic" food could help us lose weight, improve our mood or boost our energy levels. For fertility patients, the question becomes "What foods will help me get pregnant?" While there aren't any foods that can guarantee conception, incorporating these fertility superfoods can help set you up for success.

One of the most challenging parts about managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is often learning how to nourish your body in a way that keeps your blood sugar stable and keeps you feeling good. After working as a registered dietitian nutritionist for over 20 years, I've collected a variety of delicious PCOS-friendly snack ideas that are both easy to prepare and pack a nutritional punch! 

In theory, taking a prenatal vitamin could be considered one of the easiest parts of trying to conceive. In reality, choosing which supplements to take can be a confusing and overwhelming task, especially since these things can seemingly be a key ingredient to achieving all of your hopes and dreams. With nearly 20 years of experience as a registered dietitian nutritionist, I'm here to share my top 10 tips for choosing the best prenatal vitamin!

“I’m doing keto.” “I was on Whole 30.” “I'm doing a cleanse.” “I've been yo-yo dieting my whole life.” If I had a dollar for every time I've heard something of this sort, I would be a rich woman. 

We’ve all heard this advice before: “If you’re trying to conceive, take folic acid.” But why? And what is folic acid? How does it help? Is it different than folate? So. Many. Questions.

It’s a typical day. I have my lunch ready to go, packed perfectly with leftovers from the night before, or with a colorful salad I loaded up with whole grains this morning. I also have my nuts and fruit for a snack. It’s a perfect lunch-boxed plan, made ahead of time and with enough options to get me through the day, feeling energized and productive at work.