The Journal

5 Things to Consider Before Conceiving

Not sure where to start when you are thinking about conceiving? Wonder Womb & Co's Tyger and Ari - a Psychotherapist and Midwife duo - share five things worth considering before you begin trying.

Holistic IVF Add-ons: Acupuncture, Nutrition and Support That Actually Helps

Holistic support during IVF is not fringe wellness. Here is what the evidence actually says about acupuncture, Mediterranean diet, naturopathic support and fertility doulas for women undergoing IVF.

What Is a Preconception Diet? A Nutritionist's Guide to Eating for Fertility

A preconception diet cannot guarantee conception, but it can meaningfully influence egg quality, hormone balance and the body's ability to sustain a healthy pregnancy. Fertility Nutritionist Moniqu...

When the Age Gap Between Babies Is Bigger Than You Planned

Charlotte Brodie waited six years between her daughters Billie and Scout — not by design, but because postpartum depression, her relationship, and her mental health needed to come first. This is he...

When Should I Start Taking a Prenatal Vitamin?

Most women start a prenatal when they get a positive test. Here is why that is too late, and what your body actually needs before you begin trying to conceive.

What Is Ovulation Tracking? A Naturopath's Guide to Your Fertile Window

Understanding when you ovulate is one of the most useful things you can do when trying to conceive. Fertility Naturopath Aimee Lewis of Flow Naturopathy walks through ovulation tracking, your ferti...

Sex and Intimacy When You're Trying to Conceive

For many couples trying to conceive, the intimacy disappears before a baby is even in the picture. Here is the honest guide to preconception sex - what your body needs, what the research says, and ...

A Fertility Nutritionist's Guide to Preconception Preparation

Preconception planning is the prep work nobody tells you about. Fertility nutritionist Kelly Benton of Feeding the Bump shares exactly how to get your body ready in the months before you start tryi...

Why Prenatal Vitamins Matter Postpartum (Not Just During Pregnancy)

Pregnancy, labour and birth demand a lot from the body, often leaving new mothers depleted from the moment mothering begins. Here's why a prenatal vitamin still matters after your baby arrives, how...

Egg Freezing Explained: How It Works, Costs and What to Expect

What is egg freezing, who should consider it, how does it actually work, and what does it cost? Here's the clear, honest, slightly cheeky guide to getting your eggs on ice, from the first GP visit ...