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When TTC Becomes More than 1+1=2
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items Baby #1 was not planned so this whole actually trying to conceive thing has been quite a journey. Here are some things that have been supporting us in this unchartered season.
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Hormone Tracking
Literature Resources
TTC Supplements (Pill Version)
TTC Supplements (Liquid / Powder Versions)
Other TTC Supports
Hormone Tracking
Turns out conception is actually a science project 😅 Learn the ins and outs of how your hormones function to optimize your chances and time to conception.
Test your urine daily to identify your peak fertility window
Easy@Home Ovulation Test Strips 50-Pack
The handle is a must #iykyk 🫠
Premom 2 Reusable Collapsible Urine Cups for Ovulation & Pregnancy Tests
Tracking your temp daily can help identify ovulation and optimize the timing of baby dancing
Easy@Home 100 Degree Basal Body Thermometer for Ovulation, EBT-018 (Purple) HSA/FSA Eligible - Walmart.com
I love this app because you can input your LH tests and temp results alongside all your other symptoms and it keeps track of everything for you
Premom App
This at-home hormone tracker gives you super helpful insight into exactly what estrogen, progesterone, LH and FSH are doing throughout your cycle
Mira Hormone Monitor: Basic Kit
For the big moment!
First Response Comfort Check Pregnancy Test, Early Result and Test Strips, 8 Count
Literature Resources
There are tons of resources out there but these are two of my absolute favorites and a great way to learn about how best to support your body through your fertility journey.
You are what you eat and this book is an amazing resource to help prepare your body for the biggest job it will ever have by optimizing your fertility to ensure a healthy start for your future child.
Real Food for Fertility
If you have a uterus, this book is a must-read!
Taking Charge of Your Fertility: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, Pregnancy Achievement, and Reproductive Health (20th Anniversary Edition)
TTC Supplements (Pill Version)
A whole food, anti-inflammatory diet is key to supporting the body for good health in general. Supplementation can help fill in any gaps / add the sprinkles on top to optimize nutrient levels needed for conception.
Zinc is vital for both male and female fertility. It supports healthy egg development, regulates hormones, and promotes ovulation. In men, it is essential for all aspects of sperm health.
Thorne, Zinc Bisglycinate, 30 mg, 60 Capsules
CoQ10 supports fertility by boosting cellular energy and fighting oxidative damage in egg and sperm cells.
Thorne, CoQ10, 100 mg, 60 Gelcaps
Magnesium supports fertility by regulating hormones, lowering stress, reducing inflammation, and protecting egg and sperm quality.
Natural Factors, Magnesium Glycinate, 200 mg, 120 Vegetarian Capsules
Omega-3 fatty acids support reproductive health in both men and women. I love the lemon ones as they can help with the burp back that sometimes happens with fish oil supplements
Carlson, Maximum Omega 2000, Natural Lemon, 30 Soft Gels (1,000 mg per Soft Gel)
Vitamin C is an antioxidant and protects eggs and sperm from DNA damage. It also aids in regulating hormones, promoting ovulation, and improving sperm motility and count.
Thorne, Vitamin C with Flavonoids, 90 Capsules
B Vitamins supports fertility by improving egg quality and balancing hormones.
Thorne, Basic B Complex, 60 Capsules | iHerb
Maca is an adaptogenic herb that helps balance reduce stress to support the endocrine system (aka hormones).
Nature's Way, Maca Root, 525 mg, 100 Vegan Capsules
The cherry on top of a good diet, a Prenatal can help optimize the primary nutrients needed for fertility
Thorne, Basic Prenatal, 90 Capsules | iHerb
TTC Supplements (Liquid / Powder Versions)
If you hate taking pills or just physically can't swallow them (Hi, it's me), here are the same supplements in liquid / powder form. Make a smoothie, toss them all in (minus the fish oil - you don't want a fish smoothie) and you're golden!
Zinc is vital for both male and female fertility. It supports healthy egg development, regulates hormones, and promotes ovulation. In men, it is essential for all aspects of sperm health.
Trace, Ionic Zinc, 50 mg, 2 fl oz (59 ml)
CoQ10 supports fertility by boosting cellular energy and fighting oxidative damage in egg and sperm cells.
Trace, Liquid CoQ10, Tangerine, 4 fl oz (118 ml)
Magnesium supports fertility by regulating hormones, lowering stress, reducing inflammation, and protecting egg and sperm quality.
Thorne Magnesium Bisglycinate, 6.5 oz (187 g) | iHerb
Omega-3 fatty acids support reproductive health in both men and women. I love the lemon ones as they can help with the burp back that sometimes happens with fish oil supplements
Carlson, Norwegian, The Very Finest Fish Oil, Natural Lemon, 6.7 fl oz (200 ml)
Vitamin C is an antioxidant and protects eggs and sperm from DNA damage. It also aids in regulating hormones, promoting ovulation, and improving sperm motility and count.
Thorne, Vitamin C, High Potency, 8.47 oz (240 g)
B Vitamins supports fertility by improving egg quality and balancing hormones.
Nature's Answer, Liquid Vitamin B-Complex, Great Tasting Tangerine, 16 fl oz (480 ml)
Maca is an adaptogenic herb that helps balance reduce stress to support the endocrine system (aka hormones).
Navitas Organics, Organic Maca Powder, 4 oz (113 g)
Love love love this prenatal protein powder from Needed!
Prenatal Multivitamin Powder
Other TTC Supports
A few other items that can help support your body through TTC.
My acupuncturist told me that in Traditional Chinese Medicine it is important to keep the ankles warm for fertility, so enter all the cotton socks!
Loritta Women Crew Socks, Soft Cotton Dress Socks Pack Athletic Socks for Women Black, Size 9-11, 8 Pairs - Walmart.com
Sometimes TTC can be a bit more complicated than expected and it can be helpful to keep a record of all the things. Sometimes it's also just nice to put pen to paper and get your thoughts out.
Pen + Gear Pink Journal with Vegan Leather Cover and Stitched Spine for Teens and Adults