Lifegate Fertility Blog
Lifegate Fetility Blog
Autoimmune Disorders and Fertility: Challenges and Solutions
Autoimmune disorders affect millions of people worldwide, presenting unique challenges for those trying to conceive. These conditions, which occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the...
Understanding Ovarian Cysts and Their Role in Infertility
Ovarian cysts are a common condition that affects many women, yet they remain widely misunderstood. While some ovarian cysts are harmless and resolve on their own, others can lead to complications,...
Understanding AMH Levels: A Key Marker of Fertility
When it comes to assessing fertility, one of the most significant markers is the Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH). Understanding your AMH levels can provide valuable insights into your ovarian reserve...
Male Infertility: How Common Is It and What Are Its Main Causes?
Infertility is often seen as a women’s health issue, but men are equally likely to be the cause of a couple’s struggles to conceive. Male infertility accounts for nearly 40-50% of all infertility...
How Does Male Infertility Impact IVF and Other Assisted Reproductive Technologies?
Male infertility is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of the fertility equation. While much attention tends to focus on female factors, research shows that male infertility contributes to about...
Dangers of PCOS: Why Treating the Root Cause Matters
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is more than a reproductive health issue—it’s a systemic condition that can affect nearly every aspect of a woman’s health. Unfortunately, many women either dismiss...
Why Should Men with Fertility Issues Consider Acupuncture Before Medication or Surgery?
When it comes to addressing fertility issues, men often focus on medical interventions like medications or surgeries. However, an ancient practice called acupuncture is emerging as a highly...
Male Infertility and Hormonal Imbalances: Understanding the Link
Infertility is often viewed as a female-centric issue, but the truth is, male factors contribute to about 40-50% of all infertility cases. One of the key contributors to male infertility is hormonal...
The Role of Mindfulness and Meditation in Boosting Fertility
Fertility is a complex interplay of physical, emotional, and psychological factors. While medical treatments and lifestyle adjustments often take center stage in the journey to parenthood,...
Fertility Foods – Unlocking the Power of Eating for Your Type
They say, “You are what you eat,” but in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it’s more than that. What you eat shapes how energy, or Qi, flows through your body. When it comes to fertility, your...
When Desire Dies: Why Women Are Quietly Leaving Their Marriages and How TCM Can Save Them
The Silent Divorce Epidemic No One’s Talking About There’s a crisis brewing in relationships everywhere — and it’s not about infidelity, finances, or parenting conflicts. It’s about desire — or,...
The Art of Foreplay – Priming Your Body, Relationship, and Energy
Foreplay is often seen as the prelude, a mere warm-up for what’s to come. But in the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is so much more. Foreplay is the bridge, the sacred ritual that...
The Spark of Desire – How Passion Fuels Creation
The creation of a child isn’t just a biological process—it’s an alchemy, a magical transformation fueled by more than just egg and sperm. At the heart of this miracle lies something often...
Why Birth Control Pills Are Not the Answer for Painful Periods
A Common Misstep For many women, the story begins the same way: they walk into a doctor’s office as teenagers or young adults, grappling with painful periods that disrupt school, sports, or social...
The Importance of a 3-Month Preconception Program Before IVF
Preparing the Soil Before Planting the Seed In the rush to conceive, many couples leap straight into in vitro fertilization (IVF) without giving much thought to preparation. But imagine trying to...
Acupuncture and Lifestyle: How Nutrition, Sleep, and Exercise Impact Fertility
Fertility is a complex and multifaceted aspect of health that is influenced by various factors, from hormones and age to lifestyle habits. While acupuncture is a well-known natural treatment for...
The Surprising Truth About Fertility Health for Millennials and Gen Z: Why It Matters Even If You’re Not Planning for Kids
Did you know that over half of Millennials and Gen Z have expressed little to no interest in having children? This trend is shifting ideas about family and lifestyle, and that’s okay. But here’s...
Acupuncture for Couples: How It Can Benefit Both Partners on Their Fertility Journey
When couples decide to embark on the journey to start or expand their family, the process can sometimes come with its own set of challenges. For many, fertility isn’t just about one person; it...
Fertility Preservation: How Acupuncture Can Powerfully Support Egg Freezing
Egg freezing has revolutionized fertility preservation, offering women the chance to take control of their reproductive future. As more individuals choose to delay pregnancy for various...
Acupuncture for Improving Egg Quality and Ovarian Function: A Natural Approach to Enhancing Fertility
Fertility challenges can be emotionally taxing, especially when couples dream of starting a family. While medical advancements provide numerous options, many are turning to natural therapies like...
Struggling with Fertility After 35
How Aging Affects Fertility and Pregnancy Fertility can be a sensitive and emotional journey, especially for women over 35 who may find themselves struggling to conceive. While age is just a number...
Rituals to Prime Your Body for Conception – Food, Herbs, and Daily Practices to Harmonize Fertility
How to Nourish Yin, Strengthen Yang, and Support Your Jing with TCM Wisdom Now that we’ve explored how your hormonal symphony and the energetic flow of Yin and Yang work together to enhance...
Understanding Gestational Diabetes and How It Affects Fertility
Gestational diabetes (GD) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy when the body cannot produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar. While it typically resolves after childbirth,...
The Hormonal Symphony – How Sex, Hormones, and Energy Work Together for Fertility
In our last post, we dove deep into the primal power of sexual intimacy and how it primes your body for conception. But what exactly is happening behind the scenes when you engage in intimacy? How...
Overcoming Acupuncture Fears: Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Try It
Does the thought of needles make you hesitate to try acupuncture? You're not alone! Many people have concerns about acupuncture, but the reality is far from what you might expect. Acupuncture is a...
Let’s Talk About Sex (And How it Supercharges Your Fertility Journey)
The Importance of Sexual Intimacy in Your Baby-Making Success Let’s be real for a second—when it comes to baby-making, sex is much more than just a means to an end. It’s a primal, juicy act that...
Boosting Fertility with Acupuncture
For many couples, the journey to parenthood can be longer and more difficult than expected. While conceiving a child may seem straightforward, there are a variety of factors that can make it a...
Understanding Bell’s Palsy and the Healing Power of Acupuncture
What is Bell's Palsy? Bell's palsy is a condition that causes sudden weakness or paralysis on one side of the face. This occurs when the facial nerve, which controls facial muscles, becomes inflamed...
The Silent Threat to Fertility: Reducing Exposure to Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals
In our modern world, we are constantly exposed to a myriad of chemicals in our environment, many of which are harmful to our health. Among these, endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) pose a...
The Hidden Truth About IVF: Why A Holistic Approach Could Be Your Best Path to Parenthood
Introduction Embarking on the journey to parenthood is a profound and emotional experience. For couples in their 30s just beginning this journey, the path can be filled with hope and anticipation,...
