Field notes.

Here is a collection of resources born from relentless curiosity. A belief that fertility care begs for a new approach. This is the result of continual dedication to study, investigation and seeking.

Vaginal, Uterine and Seminal Microbiome Testing and Fertility

Understanding the balance of healthy and harmful bacteria, fungi or viruses sitting in the vagina, the uterus and/or the semen can provide further information into causes of infertility.  The vaginal microbiome refers to the community of bacteria that naturally live in the vagina. The uterine microbiome is a more recently discovered community of microorganisms in the uterus.  A healthy […]

DUTCH Testing and Fertility

The DUTCH or dried urine test for comprehensive hormones has been around for years. It involves testing dried urine from various samples during a day in your mid luteal phase. This test measures levels of sex hormone (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone), their metabolites, adrenal hormones (cortisol, cortisone, DHEA), melatonin and other markers of detoxification/oxidative stress over […]

Male Fertility Matters: Understanding Sperm’s Role in Pregnancy Loss

Sperm DNA fragmentation refers to ‘breaks’ in the genetic material (DNA) within sperm cells.  DNA in sperm is responsible for carrying half of the genetic blueprint to the embryo. High levels of DNA fragmentation can: Reduce the chance of fertilisation Increase the risk of miscarriage Impact embryo development Contribute to unexplained infertility Common Causes of DNA […]

Liver Qi Stagnation and Feeling Stuck

Liver Qi Stagnation is one of the most common patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). I don’t know that I’ve ever treated a person without some form of Liver Qi Stagnation. When Liver Qi is stuck, it can in turn disrupt Qi movement in the whole body. The main functions of the Liver in TCM […]

Nourishing Mothers After Birth with Acupuncture

Acupuncture For the Fourth Trimester: from delivery to 4 months “Postpartum is a sacred window – feed her body with warmth, her heart with love, and her spirit with stillness.” The fourth trimester – the 12 weeks post baby delivery is a unique time. It’s the time when you so desperately need love and support, […]

“The important thing is not to stop questioning.”

Albert Einstein