FOUNDER FERTILITY NOTES
Reflections on fertility, health, and the human journey toward creating life.
Drawing from more than two decades of caring for people trying to build families, Dr. Spence Pentland shares observations, clinical insights, and ideas that reach beyond tests, treatments, and protocols.
These notes explore not only what we can do to support fertility, but who we may become along the way – offering perspective, direction, and a more human way to understand the fertility journey.
Maple Walnut Granola
Guest post by Krista A. Parr, R.H.N.
Granola is such a great breakfast because itâs quick and convenient while also providing so much more nutrition than boxed cereal. Even many store-bought granolas can taste overly sweet and be loaded with sugar and fillers.
Coconut Curried Chicken
Guest post by Krista A. Parr, R.H.N.
While weâve been lucky enough to have a lovely taste of Spring weather here in Vancouver lately, I havenât been fully ready to give up the warm comfort of winter soups and stews just yet.
This is the growth of great medicine
Women and couples come to me at various stages of their journey to conception. Sometimes they have been trying for years and others they are just starting out. While conceiving naturally is everyoneâs first choice, alternatives that garner the same results, a baby, should not be overlooked.
Hot Cacao âCoffeeâ
Guest post by Krista A. Parr, R.H.N.
While it isnât necessary to cut out coffee completely while trying to conceive, it is generally recommended that women limit themselves to a cup a day. Many women choose to âquitâ coffee while preparing for pregnancy for a variety of reasons,
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Chickpea & Kale Primavera over Polenta
Guest Post by Nikki Hurst
This hearty, fibrous, and nutritious dish is rich in many fertility-boosting nutrients: iron, folate, Fertility Fats (Omega-3, Mono/Polyunsaturated fats), anti-oxidants, as well as lycopene. This loaded dish is satiating and even better re-heated. Enjoy!
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½ tsp salt
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Breast Lumps and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Breast diseases which are benign (not cancerous) include fibrocystic disease (lumps, fibroids and cysts), fibroadenomas, breast pain (referred to in western medicine as mastalgia), and abnormal nipple discharge. Although not malignant by definition, these conditions can be at worst very uncomfortable to bear, and at best an indicator that something in the body as a whole (and the breasts in particular) is out of balance.
The Carbon Farmer and the Yinstill Gratitude Forest
Making a baby is such an incredible miracle. There are so many variables that have to come together at exactly the right time and in a particular way to create life. Just over a year ago, we started a program at Yinstill Reproductive Wellness to honour each of these miracles.
Lemon Quinoa Spectacular
Guest Post by Nikki Hurst
Quinoa is a high-protein, gluten-free whole grain loaded with fibre, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and iron. Pair quinoa with fresh citrus juice, and itâs loaded with Vitamin C as well, making this dish an explosion of essential nutrients imperative for optimum fertility.
Breast Health: Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, the root of all breast disease is stagnation. In its mildest form, this poor circulation is reflected as premenstrual breast distension, tenderness, or pain. At its most severe, it becomes the Stagnation of Blood & Qi with Toxic Heat of a malignant breast tumor.
Acupuncture affects AMH in PCOS
Results from a recent study on the effects of acupuncture on women with PCOS showed a positive affect on AMH levels and ovarian volume. Electrical acupuncture is administered for 16 weeks consecutively displayed hormonal regulating effects and restoration of ovulation in a significant number of the test subjects.
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