Pathways to Parenthood: Overcoming Infertility Together
My husband and I have been struggling to start a family. This list is to share any products and information that I think will be helpful for those struggling with infertility. Please be sure to consult with your doctor before trying any new supplement or herb.
Male Infertility
Male infertility is very common but it's not talked about nearly as much as it should.
Cooling the testicles by even just one degree may be able to increase sperm count dramatically. These undies come with cooling pads that you put in the freezer.
This tea is USDA certified organic and has lots of great ingredients to help sperm health
A supplement for men increase testosterone and improve sperm motility
Regular lubricants contain chemicals that kill sperm. Pre-seed doesn't harm sperm and can actually help their motility.
This is a great article that provides some basic information on foods to incorporate in your diet to help sperm health. It also tells you some foods to avoid.
Ovulation Tracking
Before I got married, I never even knew that you could only get pregnant about 3 days out of the month. It's very important to get those most fertile days right so that you can make the most of them.
A ring that tracks your body temperature and gives you a detailed analysis to track your most fertile days.
This is a very cost effective way to track ovulation. You can use the premom app for a more in depth analysis.
This is another option to track ovulation by wearing a vaginal sensor while you sleep.
A great overview of the basics of improving egg quality.
Books
Fertility is a tricky subject and you can't count on your doctor to teach you everything you need to know to maximize your chances. You need to learn as much as you can.
This book will help you understand the importance your egg quality and what you can do to improve it.
As I'm getting older and feel like my fertility clock is running out of time, I really like the idea of a 3 month fertility optimization plan.
This book offers a more holistic approach to treating infertility.