Author: Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) Well, let’s break it down. In a typical menstrual cycle, ovulation is crucial. It happens every cycle for most women. First, an egg is released from the ovary. Then, hormone levels change—estrogen drops, then rises again. At the same time, progesterone levels
Trying to conceive can feel like a mix of excitement, hope, and maybe a little bit of confusion. With so much information (and misinformation) out there, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. When is the best time to conceive? Does it have to be on the day of ovulation? And how long
How sleep, melatonin, and acupuncture may improve your chances of conceiving in Melbourne acupuncture for sleep and fertility Why Sleep Matters More Than You Think When Trying to Conceive When you’re trying to fall pregnant – naturally or through IVF – it’s easy to focus on supplements, ovulation timing, or
By Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) When 31-year-old Sarah arrived at Almond Wellness Centre, acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinic in Coburg, she was understandably anxious. She had been trying to conceive for over a year. Her primary concern? She appeared to be having two periods every month. Sarah’s
An estimated 15% of couples in the world suffer from infertility. According to a survey in 2013 by the National Institute of Health and Clinical Optimization (NICE) in the United Kingdom, male factors have become the main reason for infertile couples to use assisted reproductive therapy (ART). Male infertility is
Question Is maternal caffeine intake associated with neonatal anthropometry? Findings In this cohort study of 2055 women from 12 clinical sites, measures of caffeine consumption (plasma caffeine and paraxanthine and self-reported consumption) were associated with neonatal size at birth. Increasing caffeine measures were significantly associated with lower birth weight, shorter
Author：Dr. Richard Zeng Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor Natural Ways to Decrease Oestrogen Eat cruciferous vegetables broccoli is the star but eating plenty of green vegetables of the cruciferous family help the liver metabolise oestrogen. Other cruciferous vegetables include: Bok-Choy, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Chinese cabbage, Daikon radish, Horseradish, Kale, Radish,
Iron Iron plays a crucial role in fetal development. It supporting blood, brain, and bone formation, as well as overall growth. It’s also vital for a healthy immune system and fertility. Low iron levels can lead to anovulation, hindering fertility. In a Harvard University study of 18,500 women, those supplementing