Let’s Talk About: Male Infertility

Male-factor infertility is still heavily stigmatized and therefore not openly discussed. We breakdown the statistics, the causes, the mental health aspect and the treatments on this important medical diagnosis that affects approximately 7% of men.

Mental Health Support: Fertility Edition

We recently spoke with fertility therapist and 4x (soon to be 5!) surrogate, Ariel Taylor of Carried With Love, all about mental health when it comes to fertility. Here's what we learned:

4 Ways The Use of BMI Damages the Reproductive Health of People in Larger Bodies

The Body Mass Index (BMI) might not be a familiar concept to everyone, but it continues to influence the way medical professionals assess their patients’ health, and the type of care we receive as a result.

Tube Removal as Birth Control: A Conversation About Options

Recently, we spoke with someone who underwent a bilateral salpingectomy. She shared her story and details about the procedure, the process, and the factors that helped her make this decision.

Think You Might Have Endometriosis? Here’s What You Should Know

Endometriosis is an often-painful inflammatory disease in which misplaced tissue (similar to the lining of the uterus) builds up outside the uterine cavity. It breaks down and causes bleeding inside the pelvis, which leads to inflammation, swelling and scarring. It affects over half a million Canadians, and approximately 176 million people worldwide.

Sperm Donors 101

Ready to become a parent while single or in a non-heterosexual relationship? Well, you might be interested in a sperm donor. Across Canada, this option is becoming more popular among single women and queer couples.

Male fertility declines with age

Fertility is an issue often tied to women’s health, but in a heterosexual couple, men are the other half of the conception equation. It’s often thought men can easily reproduce effectively throughout their entire lives; however, that’s only partly true. There are other factors that come into play when it comes to healthy sperm, and aging is one of them.

Ovulation Tracking: 5 common mistakes

Not all ovulation tests are the same. We breakdown the five most common mistakes people experience when tracking ovulation.

Our most frequently asked ovulation test questions

You asked. We answered. We have responses to your questions about our ovulation test strips, from accuracy to how to read your results to when to consult your doctor. 

COVID-19 Vaccine: Expert's opinion on its effect on fertility

Wondering what getting the COVID-19 vaccine might mean for trying to conceive? We looked at the latest findings in the medical community to answer your questions.

How ultra-sensitive pregnancy tests are different than regular ones

The benefit of using an ultra-sensitive pregnancy test is that you can find out if you’re pregnant up to four days sooner than you would if you were using most store bought midstream tests. However, it's important to understand how they differ from regular tests before using. 

What it actually means to freeze your eggs

Egg freezing is becoming more common in North America. A Canadian fertility clinic reported an increase of 180% from 2017 to 2018. Companies promising to retrieve eggs often oversimplify what it entails, while popular culture adds to the myth that it’s an instant procedure. 

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Why the myth of "boosting fertility" can be damaging

If you’re trying to get pregnant, there are hundreds of products available that promise to make you more fertile. From pills to yoga positions, there is little scientific proof to back up these methods.

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Ovulation tests aren't only for getting pregnant

Even if having children isn’t on your mind, you should consider tracking your cycle. There are many reasons it could be helpful for your physical health as well as your mental health.

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We like to strip for the environment

Pregnancy tests account for 2 million pounds of waste each year. Sustainability is one of the main reasons why we promo strip-format tests.

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Why you should track ovulation with a test

Tracking ovulation is a helpful tool, whether you want to get pregnant, you want to avoid it, or you want to be in tune with your body.