A Naturopath's Role in Preconception
Preconception care goes beyond taking a prenatal supplement. Through traditional and specialized testing, we explore imbalances to create an individualized fertility protocol and nutrition plan to support you during whichever phase of pre-conception you're in. I take into account the whole person and all the factors that may influence your journey which include lifestyle, nutrition and the environment. 

A Preconception Plan Includes:

• Nutrient Status: Key vitamins and minerals area essential for the health of the egg and sperm and suboptimal nutrient status can affect all aspects of hormone balance, fertility, and pregnancy.
• Hormone Balance: Hormone levels throughout a woman's cycle can be affected by a myriad of factors like digestive health, emotional and external stress, environmental exposures, food allergies, etc. We'll do a whole person assessment, hormonal workup, and cycle monitoring so we can focus treatments that are specific to your variations. 
• Environmental Factors: We address external factors and potential environmental toxicity that can disrupt your health and hormones.
• Stress Management: Optimal preconception status requires balance in all aspects of lifestyle. Emotional well being and mental stress levels should be addressed as there's constant communication between the body and mind. We discuss strategies for stress management and emotional support through your journey.