Why is Vitamin D So Important For Fertility?
When we think of the importance of vitamin D, our minds automatically jump to calcium absorption and bone health and that if we do not get enough, our bones would not be strong. Other than bone health, vitamin D is a warrior against many other ailments. People who are deficient in vitamin D can experience many different diseases such...
Drinking and IVF
Our patients ask us all the time if they should stop drinking during fertility treatments (IVF and IUIs) and the answer is absolutely yes, even moderate drinking (1 to 2 drinks per night). Even a small amount of alcohol can have a negative impact on follicular development and quality. So that glass of “stress relief” is actually...
Unique Benefits of Acupuncture During Pregnancy
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! The next nine months will be full of excitement, revelations, and challenges. As your baby develops, your body may go through changes that all the preparation and research can’t prepare you for. Acupuncture is a proven safe and effective way to help you through this period and create the best...
Benefits of Acupuncture During Pregnancy
Patients often ask if I received acupuncture while pregnant with my daughter. You bet I did! I wholeheartedly recommend getting acupuncture throughout pregnancy. It is safe and benefits both mom and baby. (Make sure you see a licensed acupuncturist with appropriate training though -- in New York State, licensed acupuncturists are...