Holistic Health
Helpful Tips to Manage Endometriosis with Nutrition
Proper nutrition plays a significant role in managing endometriosis and can have a positive impact on symptoms. While it may not “cure” endometriosis, the right diet can help reduce inflammation, […]
Tips to Practice Self-Love and Compassion
Practicing self-love and compassion involves cultivating habits and mindsets that prioritize your well-being and emotional health. Here are some ways to do that: By incorporating these practices into your daily […]
Helpful Fertility Books & Podcasts from a Licensed Therapist
Podcast List: https://www.pfcla.com/blog/best-fertility-podcasts
My Personal Journey Towards Deeper Empathy in Fertility Care
In a candid exploration, a fertility doctor shares her personal experience with divorce, vulnerability, and healing. Dive deep into a story that highlights the intersections of personal struggles, patient care, and the shared journey towards hope and understanding.
How to Avoid Medical Gaslighting: Tips from Dr. Debo
Medical gaslighting refers to when a healthcare provider downplays or ignores your symptoms and/or complaints. Studies show that women, people of color and people who identify as LGBTQ are less […]
Why Support Groups Work
“I didn’t want to upset my loved ones, but I couldn’t carry this alone.” ― Julie Flygare For many of us, the story of our journey toward parenthood is a […]
Supporting a Loved One Through Infertility
It can be really difficult to know what to say or do to comfort a friend or family member who is dealing with infertility. The experience of infertility, pregnancy loss, […]
What Makes a Mother?
What makes a mother? Are you a mother if you gave birth? If you had a C section? If you lost a child? If you had a miscarriage? Are you […]
7 Foods to Support Endometriosis
7 foods to support Endometriosis By Kriszta Tiwari Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women through their reproductive years. It is a complex chronic inflammatory disease with a myriad of symptoms […]
Racial Disparities in Infertility for Black Women
By Tonya Wood, PhD Dr. Wood is a licensed psychologist who provides consultation, evaluation and psychotherapy. She is also on the faculty at Pepperdine University. Her academic scholarship focuses on […]