Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are two types of polyunsaturated fats that are essential for our bodies to function properly. Since these essential fats can’t be made inside the body, we must consume them through food and/or supplements. In general, omega-6 fats have...
Taking time for ourselves can at times feel selfish, especially during a season devoted to giving. It may be helpful to consider that taking time for yourself is actually a form of self-care that can help you recharge, allowing you to show up more effectively for others.
Planning and executing a healthy dinner is not always easy! Especially for those that are working on wellness goals or feeding other people on a regular basis. Even as a foodie nutritionist, I still can find myself in a rut with cooking sometimes! Below are a few...
By, Chelsea Fechtner, MScN, CN Before diving in, consider what your own optimal movement routine would look like. What types of activities will you be doing? Are you moving with others or alone? How will your movement routine make you feel? Hopefully these questions...
Take a moment to consider your typical eating environment: How much time do you typically allot for your meals? Where do you eat most of your meals? Do you sit, stand, walk, or drive while eating? Are you engaged in other activities while eating – texting, social...
By, Chelsea Fechtner, MScN, CN Building healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits is important for optimizing fertility and overall health. The food we eat, how much or little we move our bodies, how we manage stress, and ultimately how we care for ourselves can make a...
Ruby Booras and Anne Judge, from The Whole Pineapple Podcast and SRM, recently met with Dr. Nichole Barker to ask her some questions about what to expect at your first visit to a fertility clinic and how best to prepare. Here’s some of the highlights from their...
By, Chelsea Fechtner, MScN, CN As a nutritionist, the majority of my workday is spent talking about food! Naturally, this makes meal planning one of my favorite wellness routines that supports me in eating healthy meals throughout the week. If you don’t have the same...
The holiday season is in full swing! Whether you’re traveling or staying local, holiday busyness can make it challenging to stick to your health and wellness routines. Incorporating nourishment and self-care throughout the season is key for continuing to manage PCOS...
By, Chelsea Fechtner, MScN, CN Confused about carbs? Wondering if fruit is ok for PCOS? Blood sugar balance is an important piece of this puzzle and below are strategies and information to help you understand why and how to create balanced meals! Blood Sugar...
By, Chelsea Fechtner, MScN, CN How are you feeling about the holidays the year? While this can be a joyful and indulgent time, it can also bring up other emotions around family, fertility, food and even body image. Below are a few strategies to try out this year that...
The short answer: it depends! Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in reproductive women, affecting nearly 10% in this age range. PCOS can cause symptoms like acne, unwanted body hair growth, scalp hair thinning, weight gain, insulin...
More information about SRM’s Wellness Program can be found here. Chelsea Fechtner, our Nutrition and Wellness Coach, is leading a free PCOS Wellness Support Group starting Tuesday, Nov. 9th, register soon!
I know I'm not the first to tell you that fertility is complex! Our bodies are like intricate machines and there are many different biological processes involved in fertility. Whether you're trying to conceive or just looking to optimize your fertility to improve your...
This holiday season, remember you are not alone. 1-in-8 couples, and over 7 million individuals are struggling with infertility… And they’re going to be dealing with this same kind of stress during the holiday season. Sometimes, all you want to do is vent to someone who understands.
Receiving a diagnosis of infertility can be a painful time for couples and the stress of fertility treatment can test even the strongest bonds… And IVF? It’s a rough process to go through as a couple. The hormones, the not knowing, the whole experience can make you feel totally insane. But don’t worry, you’re not alone.
Going through infertility is a journey. It can be long, hard and stressful, and you may even feel lost at times on what to do next. Tamara Tobias, a Nurse Practitioner at SRM has gone on this journey in the past. In her new book, Fertility Walk: A Fertility Nurse’s Guide Along Your Journey, she shares some words of wisdom to help inspire and keep you sane throughout your infertility journey.
The holidays are a wonderful time of year, but they can also be difficult for people struggling with infertility. In this week’s blog post, we offer a few suggestions for making the most of the holidays.
Flu season is upon us. If you’re trying to conceive, you may be debating on whether or not to get the flu vaccine this year. One of our Nurse Practitioners, Ruby Booras shares the answers to some of our patients most commonly asked questions about the flu vaccine.
There has been a lot of talk in the news recently about the Zika virus and its effect on reproduction. SRM is closely following developments related to the Zika virus. As many of our patients are thinking about, or actively trying to get pregnant, we wanted to share the latest recommendations regarding the Zika virus.
What is it about PCOS that makes it so easy to gain weight but so hard to lose it? Dr. Angela Thyer explains what can cause the weight gain and provides some tips for things those suffering from PCOS can do to fix it.