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Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine with a Clinical Focus on Infertility & Reproductive Care. Helping couples and single parents conceive.

Supporting patients with PCOS, Endometriosis, Fibroids and Infertility.

11/18/2025

✨ Six clinicians. One missed diagnosis. ✨
Today’s reminder is an important one.

This week I met with someone who had been struggling for years. She had seen six different healthcare providers and still had no explanation for her symptoms. During our visit it became clear that she met the criteria for PCOS, a condition that is surprisingly underdiagnosed. Research suggests that more than 1 in 2 individuals with PCOS remain undiagnosed, and many go years without receiving clarity or support.

When conditions like PCOS are missed, treatment becomes guesswork. Symptoms do not improve because we are not addressing the root concern. One of the most valuable lessons I have learned in clinical practice is that symptoms should never be brushed aside. They deserve to be heard, discussed and validated.

Receiving a diagnosis does not label someone. It gives direction. It helps us understand what is happening and allows us to build a plan that is appropriate, supportive and centered on their goals.

If you have been feeling unheard or unsure where to start, you are not alone. Your concerns are valid and you deserve answers.

💛 Disclaimer: This post is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your qualified provider for care that is right for you.

11/14/2025

✨ “What if one of the gentlest therapies could meaningfully ease some of the most difficult cycle-related symptoms?”

Over the last several years, I’ve integrated Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT laser acupuncture) into care plans for individuals navigating PCOS, dysmenorrhea, endometriosis-related symptoms, and chronic pelvic pain. It’s a noninvasive option and often a helpful choice for those who prefer a needle-free approach. In practice, this has provided much-needed relief for many patients living with cyclical pain, persistent pelvic discomfort, or inflammation-driven symptoms.

A new 2025 randomized controlled trial on dysmenorrhea with autonomic imbalance found that LLLT:
• Significantly improved pain scores compared to sham
• Improved autonomic balance (heart-rate-variability markers)
• Outperformed electroacupuncture in certain HRV measures

What resonates with me is how closely these findings match what I’ve seen in clinic. For the right person, LLLT can support pelvic pain, cramping, inflammation pathways, and overall cycle comfort, always as part of a broader, individualized, holistic treatment approach.

And an important note: Laser acupuncture isn’t the same as LED. To have meaningful therapeutic effects, the energy per point (J) must reach specific clinical thresholds, this is what allows physiological change and symptomatic benefits to occur.

Every case is unique, but LLLT has become a gentle, valuable tool I’m grateful to offer in reproductive and pelvic health care. If you’re curious whether it may fit into your personalized plan, you’re welcome to reach out for more information!

11/05/2025

“Unexplained Infertility” shouldn’t mean Unanswered Questions 💛

Up to 6 in 10 people with endometriosis go undiagnosed, yet so many are told their fertility struggles have no clear cause. In the past few weeks alone, I’ve spoken with several individuals who were only recently diagnosed after years of symptoms that were dismissed or minimized.

This gap, between unexplained infertility and underdiagnosed conditions like endometriosis or PCOS, is one we can start to close through advocacy, education and personalized assessments.

Our goal isn’t just to treat infertility, but to help patients understand it, empowering them with the right questions, conversations, and next steps to navigate a complex system. And of course to support them in getting a diagnosis and clear direction for optimal treatment.

In some cases, getting a timely diagnosis may have saved months, or even years, of valuable reproductive time.

You deserve answers, not assumptions. 💛

11/02/2025

A little late to launch our Halloween photo 🚀

But life’s been feeling pretty cosmic lately, grateful for the chance to help families grow, for this beautiful change in season, and for my favorite little astronaut who keeps my world orbiting with joy 🌕💛

10/29/2025

✨ Don’t underestimate the quiet power of small changes ✨

Most of us feel like time is flying…weeks blending into months, months into years. But those tiny, consistent habits you build? They add up more than you think.

🌿 A 15-minute evening walk? That’s 15,000 extra steps a week.
💧 Swapping your lunchtime cola for water? Over 1 kg less sugar in a month.
🧘‍♀️ A few minutes of meditation? Noticeably better sleep and mood in time.
🍽️ Taking 5 minutes to slow down before eating? Better digestion and less stress.
📞 Calling a friend a couple times a week? A warmer, more connected winter ahead.
💬 Saying hi to that busy coworker? You might just brighten both your days.
🌬️ Taking a few deep breaths at your desk? A quieter mind and steadier energy.

The biggest transformations rarely start with dramatic overhauls. Often they begin with small, consistent moments of care that ripple into something bigger 💛

10/22/2025

🚫 Not All “Healthy” Supplements Are Safe for Fertility or Pregnancy
Over the past few months, I’ve seen several patients who were taking natural health products that turned out to be contraindicated for fertility and pregnancy, and in each case, these products had been briefly reviewed by other healthcare providers, but no one had asked them to stop.

So I want to help bring awareness to this important topic. Many supplements contain ingredients that can quietly interfere with fertility treatment, hormone balance, or early pregnancy health. Even commonly used ingredients like excessive Vitamin A or licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra, non-DGL) can pose risks during preconception and pregnancy when not reviewed carefully.

✨ Why this matters:
Before starting or continuing any supplement, especially when trying to conceive, it’s important to have a safety and interaction check done. This helps ensure:
- No hidden contraindications with fertility medications
- No ingredients that could affect implantation or hormone balance
- The correct forms and doses for your current stage of care

As a Fertility Naturopath, my role is to help patients bridge these details: combining evidence-based natural support with fertility medicine safely and effectively.

If you’re preparing for pregnancy or fertility treatment, let this be your reminder to have your supplements reviewed. Sometimes even “healthy” products need fine-tuning to truly support your goals. 💛

10/20/2025

Feeling Grateful & Hopeful Today ✨

This morning started with five beautiful emails from patients sharing their positive pregnancy tests 💌, and now I’m diving into the latest research on reproductive health to keep supporting more stories like theirs (Mondays are my research day). 💕

It’s these moments that remind me why evidence-based care matters so much, blending science with compassion to help hope turn into reality.

My little research assistant is keeping a close eye on things too 🐶💻

10/16/2025

✨ The journey to a healthy pregnancy starts before the positive test! ✨

Preconception care is one of the most important, and often overlooked, steps in building the foundation for a healthy fertility journey, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery. 💛

It’s not just about increasing your chances of conception, but also about optimizing your overall health so your body is ready to nurture new life.

💡 During this stage, we focus on:
• 🥕 Nutrition & supplements to support egg and s***m health, regulate cycles, and build nutrient stores for pregnancy
• 📈 Blood sugar balance and glucose metabolism to lower the risk of gestational diabetes and hormonal irregularities
• 🔥 Reducing inflammation and oxidative stress as both can impact implantation and early pregnancy
• 💕 Supporting mental health and stress resilience which influence quality of life, sleep and recovery
• 💊 Reviewing nutrients linked to lower risk for complications
•🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle modifications and focus on improving quality of sleep, movement, and environmental toxin reduction that promote hormonal and metabolic balance

✨ Preconception care isn’t just about fertility, it’s about giving your future self and your baby the healthiest start possible.
If you’re thinking about trying to conceive, now is the perfect time to begin preparing your body and mind.

10/10/2025

✨Pause for a moment. Look at how far you’ve come✨

So much of your progress doesn’t get seen, the appointments, the lifestyle changes, the quiet discipline, the resilience. The courage it takes to keep showing up for your health, your future, and your family.

This week, I had the joy of meeting three new mothers. Women I’ve had the privilege of walking with through their infertility journey and are now entering their postpartum chapter. Moments like these remind me how transformative this journey can be.

As we move through the season of gratitude, I’m sending continued strength, calm, and good health to everyone still on their path. You’re doing more than you realize. 🌿💛

10/02/2025

💚 You deserve to be heard, not rushed.

In our consults, we create space for your whole health story. Many patients come in with one main issue but it’s common that other questions and concerns come up along the way. And that’s not only okay, it’s encouraged!

By taking the time to address multiple concerns, we get a clearer picture of your overall health and how best to support you. My goal is that you leave each visit not just with one issue addressed, but with your quality of life moving forward in a meaningful way.

Your health is interconnected. Your care should be too. 🌱

09/28/2025

“Put the books down, go enjoy yourself.” A reminder from my mom I’ll never forget.

Today would have been my mom’s 61st birthday. She passed in 2018, but the things she used to say still ring true for me today.

In most South Asian homes, parents push hard for school, grades, and careers. My mom was the opposite. Whenever she saw me with big textbooks or staying in to study, she’d say: “Why bother? Go out, have fun, sing, dance, live a little.”

That was one of the many gifts she gave to my sister and I, the reminder that life isn’t only about work or achievements. It’s also about joy, art, music, and the things that feed our soul. I still carry that with me today, and honestly, it’s something I think many of us need to hear. Don’t get so lost in projects and checklists that you forget to enjoy the richness of life.

And for those lucky enough to still have their mom around, don’t wait to call, to laugh, to share. You never know when that chance won’t be there anymore.

This photo was from my graduation at CCNM, one of my proudest days, and I’m so grateful she was by my side.

Happy heavenly birthday, Mom.
I hope this little reminder from her speaks to you too. 💕

09/26/2025

✨ I don’t see my work as “office hours” for me to get through in a day. Every time I walk into the clinic, I show up with heart and soul, ready to help change lives.

🌱 Fertility care here is not just about tests or protocols. It’s about being heard, seen, and supported with a plan made just for you.

💛 To all my new and longtime followers…thank you for being here. If you’re ready for care where compassion meets evidence, that’s what I am here for.

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