High FSH or Premature Ovarian Failure basically means that the ovaries have a diminished reserve or poor function.  This is often seen in older women although it can be seen in younger women.  This condition is basically an early menopause with less response from follicles after hormonal stimulation.   Read the rest of this entry »

An estimated 10% of woman of childbearing age are diagnosed with PCOS.  Many times women with PCOS don’t have a period and don’t ovulate.  Usually they are two body types that are prevalent in PCOS.  One is more overweight and the other is thin.  Besides cysts on the ovaries, the patient can exhibit hair loss, facial hair, obesity, oily skin, acne, insulin resistance, amenorrhea and anovulation.   Read the rest of this entry »

Stress is probably the biggest hindrance in conception.  The affects of stress can be so damaging and at the same time so subtle that many do not even know that it is the culprit.  However, we know that stress can have detrimental effects on one’s health.  Many people under heavy stress and pressure can experience a number of problems like neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, digestive disturbance, sleep disturbance, immune weakness, inflammation and infections anywhere in the body.   Read the rest of this entry »

Today, infertility affects 20% of North American couples.  Infertility is becoming an epidemic and their are many reasons for it.  One, people are waiting much later to get married and have children.  According to Western Medicine, ovaries begin to decline at age 32.   Read the rest of this entry »

A fertilized egg wants to find a nice spot to implant and getting rid of a large fibroid will free up space in the uterus for implantation.  Many women come into the clinic hoping to avoid surgery and get pregnant with Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs despite having uterine fibroids. Read the rest of this entry »

With all the different diet recommendations, it be can difficult understanding what is best for you, especially if your trying to get pregnant. The one thing you must avoid is the “no fat” diet. The “no fat” diet is based on cutting your cholesterol to watch your weight. However, cholesterol is what makes hormones in your body. Read the rest of this entry »