You're at the very end of your pregnancy and eager to give birth. But now, your baby just doesn't seem to be ready to come out. Except you... You can't take it anymore! A full bladder 24/7, false ...
Gestational diabetes is a bit like the surprise guest that shows up right in the middle of pregnancy. We didn't necessarily want to see it, but once it's there... there's no choice, you have to de...
Environmental pollution is increasingly being studied for its impact on female and male fertility. According to studies published in JAMA and by Santé publique France, atmospheric pollutants, heavy...
In brief: Contrary to popular belief, male fertility also declines with age: 78% of men under 25 conceive within 6 months, compared to only 58% of those over 35 [3]. Globally, one in seven couple...
“Do I really need a prenatal vitamin?” This is a question that we can legitimately ask ourselves during pregnancy or pre-pregnancy. Our mothers or grandmothers often told us that in their time...
In brief: There is no universal duration for the postpartum period. Medically, the WHO defines it as 6 to 8 weeks, the time it takes for the uterus to return to its original size [1]. However, fo...
Luteal phase, corpus luteum, luteal insufficiency... We explain this often-misunderstood stage of the menstrual cycle, essential for understanding your fertility.
Not pleasant to the ear, it is even less so for our body and our desire for pregnancy: “infertility” is a frightening word, still full of taboos and preconceived ideas. However, even if it rhymes ...
A pregnancy test detects the hCG hormone in urine or blood. For a reliable result, it's best to wait at least 24 hours after a missed period, using your first morning urine.
Coffee, tea, sodas... Can you really consume caffeine while pregnant? We review the recommendations, real risks, and best alternatives.
Have you heard of seed cycling? This nutritional practice aims to harmonize your menstrual cycles and your hormones for better hormonal balance. What is seed cycling? How to practice it? Does it...
Are you pregnant or planning to become pregnant and want to have the best supplementation? Congratulations, you have the right reflexes! But now, you are a little lost when it comes to choosing you...