My Fertology

Have you heard of the commonly prescribed type two diabetes medication called Metformin? It’s originally derived from French Lilac (Galega officinalis), a plant extracted for its medicinal value to treat diabetes employed in Europe since 1927.  At the fertility clinic, Metformin is commonly prescribed for women with PCOS.  It can be effective to regulate periods for some, but Dr. Bentov,...

As implied, orgasmic childbirth is when a woman experiences an orgasm while she is in labour.  Stacy McPherson, doula, pregnancy coach, and gave birth naturally seven times, says it’s REAL and shares the secrets. Instead of fearing labour and delivery, check out this juicy conversation and maybe we can all look forward to childbirth … and finish with a big bang! Instagram: @drtanyawylde_nd @a...

Self care is a buzz term that gets thrown  around a lot. Here’s the thing, self care is essential and a form of self-love. But what does self care even mean?  If you think selfcare is selfish or self-indulgent, we invite you to look at it differently. Selfcare is necessary so you can be the best version of yourself which impacts others positively! So, there’s no excuse. Make the time to...

Trigger warning:  If the topic of childbirth raises your feathers, please don’t listen or watch this podcast. We invite you to Scroll down for other episodes and come back when you’re ready…but if an orgasmic birth sounds interesting, don’t miss this!  We all want a positive birthing experience but if you’ve had a long road to conceive, the fears and worries don’t go away when you finall...

Can taking supplements correct your thyroid to help with weight loss? Check out this episode where we debunk 4 myths so that you can take action now. Instagram: @drtanyawylde_nd @aliveholistichealthclinic @meetmarywong Please like, comment, share and give us ideas what content is resonating with you, or what you’d like to hear. Subscribe, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcasts! To find out more...

Is desiccated thyroid more natural and better than synthroid (levothyroxine) to treat an underactive thyroid? As a naturopathic doctor with specialized training, Dr. Tanya has been prescribing and monitoring women with hormonal imbalance for over a decade. Because our mission is to boost your mood, your bod and your inner mama spirit with less stress and more joy, we are arming you with knowledge...

When it comes to fatigue and weight gain, we need to rule out a thyroid problem. Your thyroid can be thrown off depending on the seasons of your life. So, how should you assess it and when should you treat it or can you just leave it and hope for the best? Instead of taking meds blindly, we want to arm you with information to make the right choice for you. It’s important to look at the clinical la...

Does it seem like you’re tired all the time or wonder what normal energy level is? Maybe you’re even feeling a bit anxious. Iron deficiency anemia is one of the most common reasons why women feel fatigue. That said, it can present itself like you have an underactive thyroid issue. Low iron can even impact your metabolism and affect your ability to lose weight loss! Do we have your attention yet?&n...

Did you ever think that you'd have a life without kids but then your maternal clock kicked in and the next thing you know an insatiable drive to have kids? The drive is there, but then you realize there are technical issues. When it comes to creating a family, technical issues can arise in many circumstances from blocked fallopian tubes to needing donor eggs or sperm. It can be even more challengi...

Even though it may sound woo-woo, Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) precedes Western science by thousands of years. (… which makes it not so woo-woo). In fact, this system of medicine includes different arsenals to approach issues which includes acupuncture, various mind and body practices, Chinese Herbs, Eastern dietary therapy, Tai Chi and Qi Gong.  It’s effects on patients both physically...

Hormones are constantly shifting. Tracking your menstrual cycle is useful on many levels. The more you tune in, the more you learn what’s normal and healthy for you and what’s not. You can even predict your mood, energy level, and behaviour at different phases of your monthly. It may sound crazy but it’s true. Check out what we have to share and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions. I...

What type of menstrual protection do you use? We are sharing our menstrual cycle secrets with you! Really they shouldn’t be secrets since women (with uteruses) spend over 2,000 days or 6.5 years bleeding in a lifetime. What does this mean? Selecting the best quality menstrual protection and understanding your menstrual flow is important which is why we are discussing what a normal cycle looks like...

EP 27: Abnormal Embryos Make Healthy Babies - Fact or Fiction? Subtitle What you should know about IVF genetic testing ( PGT-A)  Do you need genetic testing on IVF embryos? It’s difficult enough to embark on an IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) journey, let alone decide what “add ons'' you need to have to get your baby… faster.  To minimize overwhelm and confusion, we are taking a close look...

EP 26: Mothering the Mother Within (with Dr. Susan Fox) With the anticipated Mother's Day coming up, this time and many other holidays can be triggering for those who are trying to conceive. When every waking thought is to fulfill on becoming a mother, the desire to build or expand one's family may feel like it's out of reach. This desire can build up to an energetic level that creates what we cal...

EP 25:  Natural strategies for Menstrual Pain and Endometriosis “I’ve been in and out of the hospital for the past few weeks dealing with some new challenges,” #Halsey, 27 year old American singer songwriter says on her IG post the other day. Kudos to her for being brave and sharing publicly about her struggle and the surgery she had for endometriosis. Surgery is certainly a viable option but...

EP 24: Organic or No Organic Do you ever wonder if it’s really necessary to go organic? Is it a farce? Will it make a difference in your health. What fruits and vegetables can I buy that doesn’t have to be organic? Finding reasonably priced Certified organic to lessen pesticide load is possible. Healthy skin longer, younger, liver doesn’t have to work as hard to detoxify so if I do little things t...

EP 23: TCM Perspectives Have you ever looked at your tongue and wondered what it means?  Did you know that you can get a lot of information about your body by looking at your tongue, checking your pulse and menstrual cycle blood? Are you suffering from menstrual pain and wondering what to do about it? Have you ever wanted to treat your pain before it comes!? Getting a proper western diagnosis...

EP 22: Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility? w/ Dr. Prati Sharma Many women live with endometriosis (Endo) and don’t even know it. Some women with Endo have pain.   Some have such debilitating pain, that they can’t even go to school or work when they get their periods… and they just live with it. Then, there are others who don't experience pain at all. Special guest Dr Prati Sharma, fertility...

EP 21: Does IVF Cause Early Menopause? w/ Dr. Ari Baratz Does IVF put you into early menopause? Hello Magazine led many to believe this to be true when they quoted celebrity Kourtney Kardashian who is currently going through IVF treatments to try to have another baby. Kourtney said "The medication that they’ve been giving me, put me into menopause. Literally into menopause." Facing infertility is...

EP 20: Fertility Myth Busting w/ Dr. Meivys Garcia If you haven’t already, go back and listen to Part 1 of this amazing interview on EP 19! Do Fertility drugs cause cancer or can IVF cause autism or ADHD? These are some of the most common concerns women have when thinking about fertility drugs. The short answer is NO. Even though fertility specialist Dr. Garcia knew better, it didn't stop her from...

Dr. Meivys Garcia thought that she would become a doctor, get married, have kids and look after them .... and life would be that simple.  As a fertility doctor, she had NO idea she would become someone that needed fertility help, herself! In this episode she gets real and shares her truths including the shame she felt, how she kept her difficulties to herself and didn't feel she could share h...

Have you ever wondered (but afraid to ask) if it's safe to have S3X ... During the two week wait? When you are pregnant? After an IVF transfer? Whether you are trying to have a baby the good old fashioned way or getting help at the fertility clinic, fears and questions may creep up. At least they did for both Dr. Tanya and Mary even though they are healthcare professionals who have treated over 10...

This week Mary Wong and Dr. Tanya Wylde interview Dr. Lorna Marshall, this week we’re going to talk Mosaicism, which is a whole other deep dive conversation! We are super excited because Dr. Marshall has actually done research on it as well! Tune in for these not to be missed conversations with Dr. Lorna Marshall. Dr. Lorna Marshall is the co-founder and medical director of PNWF and is double boar...

Pros and cons of Genetic testing With Dr. Lorna Marshall This week Mary Wong and Dr. Tanya Wilde interview Dr. Lorna Marshall, and we are super excited to do a deep dive into genetic testing, and next week we’re going to talk Mosaicism, which is a whole other deep dive conversation! We are super excited because Dr. Marshall has actually done research on it as well! Tune in for these not to be miss...

EP 15: Are prenatal tests wrong? - A Review of first trimester Screens with fertility doctor Dr. Prati Sharma & genetic counsellor Nikki Logan When you've been trying to have a baby for a long time and you are finally pregnant ... you can't help but want to know if your baby is healthy. This episode was born because of a recent New York Times article about genetic testing. To get our facts str...