Below are some simple tips to getting pregnant – these have been proven to increase chances of conception. Quality over quantity. It is important to have regular attempts in your fertile window. Thisis usually around 4 days before ovulation until 1 day after. During the days leading up to ovulation and the few days directly...Read More

Consume a nutrient dense diet What you eat really does make a huge difference to your overall health and fertility. Every meal should focus on fresh wholefoods and contain good quality protein, healthy fats and something fresh (ideally veggies). Aim for 7 types of vegetables every day and reduce the nutrient poor “shut up foods”...Read More

Pre-menstrual Syndrome, is often known simply as PMS, and refers to the combination of symptoms that a woman might experience before her period. While these symptoms can be many and varied, most people use the term PMS when they are referring to mood and emotional symptoms. The mood changes before your period can be many...Read More

Good thyroid health and function is essential for good hormonal health (and especially for conception and pregnancy maintenance). Many people associate poor thyroid function with weight gain and fatigue, however there are a range of symptoms that might indicate your thyroid is under functioning. In my clinic, I see lots of women with sub-clinical hypothyroidism...Read More

Chia seeds are truly one of nature’s super super superfoods! They are high in protein, fibre, calcium, omega 3’s, vitamin C. Chia seeds are amazing for increasing satiety (and so can help with weight loss :)), balance blood sugar levels, improve sluggish bowels, improve energy levels and provide a great school or work lunch box...Read More

At school and when we are young we are taught about periods but nobody thought to teach us about ovulation! Knowing when you are ovulating and are potentially fertile is important for both conception but also for contraception. So many women ask the question “How do I know when I am ovulating” so at Seed...Read More

Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition with an abnormal immune response in which uterine tissue grows outside the uterus and onto other parts of the body including the bowel, bladder and ovaries. The most common symptom is pelvic pain which can be severe and may last throughout the whole cycle, not just during menstruation. Endometriosis is...Read More

Heavy bleeding (known as menorrhagia) is common for many women but should be investigated when it is a new symptom or is excessive. Some women will bleed so heavily that they leak through super tampons and pads and can experience flooding. The cause of heavy bleeding may be due to hormonal imbalance (high oestrogen and...Read More

Research sadly shows that approximately one in five pregnancies result in miscarriage. Some couples have difficulty with conception and/or they conceive and experience miscarriage. Many are then told they have ‘unexplained infertility’ where this is often a case of ‘sub-fertility’. By following a preconception health care plan, Naturopathic treatment aims to reduce the incidence of...Read More

Antioxidants are your cell’s protectors. They protect your body’s cells just as paint protects your car from rust or lemon juice prevents a cut apple from turning brown, or ‘oxidising’. The process of oxidation causes free radicals to be produced which can damage cells and other structures including proteins, fats and DNA. The body can...Read More