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.

Yoga and Self Compassion for Fertility by Lauren White (Yoga Teacher)

Compassion is derived from the word ‘com’ (with) and ‘passion’ (suffering) and roughly translates as how we sit with our suffering. When having difficulty with fertility, all kinds of suffering comes up. Blame, beliefs of inadequacy, attitudes of ‘why me?’, feelings of isolation and so much more.  Traditional comments such as ‘just think positive’ or […]

The Fight Against ‘Spermageddon’: Treatment of Male Infertility

At the end of July, I attended a two day workshop presented by an Austrian Medical Doctor and Chinese Medicine Practitioner who specialises and treats only male infertility, Dr Olivia Pojer.  She was one of the best presenters I have had the privelege to learn from. Her passion and her drive to improve the world’s […]

Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle

Understanding your menstrual cycle is the key to assessing your health and your fertility. Knowing when you ovulate and the quality of your ovulation really is the pinnacle of understanding your chances of conceiving, diagnosing causes of infertility and preventing miscarriage.  The first thing I ask you to do after your initial consultation is to start […]

Turning a Breech Baby with Moxibustion: A Gentle At-Home Guide

How to use moxibustion at home from 34 weeks to gently support a breech baby into a better position for birth.

Vaginal Microbiome and Fertility

Are you worried that your vaginal health might be impacting your fertility orpregnancy? The vaginal microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms, includingbacteria, fungi and viruses that naturally inhabit the vaginal environment. Thesemicrobial inhabitants play a crucial role in maintaining your intimate health.New understandings in this area suggest that certain beneficial bacteria, such aLactobacillus species, […]

“The important thing is not to stop questioning.”

Albert Einstein