Improving Fertility & Conception, Naturally

If you are planning to start a family, or already trying to conceive, you’ve probably considered how your general physical health plays a part in you becoming pregnant.

There are many well known, practical and natural ways both women, and men, can improve their chances of conceiving, and having a healthy pregnancy including:

• managing stress levels
• ensuring good nutrition
• improving physical fitness and exercise
• supplementing your diet
• understanding your menstruation cycle (for women)

For many couples unfortunately, it isn’t that simple.

Fertility Issues on the Rise

Fertility issues are on the rise and it is estimated around 1 in 6 couples have trouble conceiving naturally. It’s not just women who are dealing with this issue either. In Australia, studies indicate that one in 35 men will have a fertility issue. Women with fertility issues make up less than half of all the treated infertility cases with only about 40% of cases resulting from the woman’s

It’s no surprise given the world we live in. Consider the amount of stress most people are under, the diets of convenience and lifestyles as the norm, the contraception methods and the environmental factors that influence the body’s endocrine (hormone) system and that generally starting a family is delayed with the changes in our society over the last century. Women over the age of 35 have a one in three chance of having fertility issues.

When to See a Naturopath for Fertility Support

Whether you’re planning for a family in the coming years or you’re already in the process of trying to conceive, you’ll benefit from a consultation when:

• You’re experiencing difficulty conceiving
• You want to enhance your fertility with natural interventions
• You want to support your IVF or other assisted reproductive techniques to increase your chance of success
• You’re confused about what to eat, and what not to eat before or during pregnancy
• You’re interested in supplementing your nutrition to improve your health in preconception, pregnancy or while breastfeeding
• You want to ensure your infant is receiving ample nutrition during different stages of development

What to Expect from my Naturopathic Approach to Fertility & Conception

There are many factors that play a role in fertility, and it’s important to have a holistic approach for healthy preconception preparation and when treating any fertility concerns.

Typically when a patient comes to see me, either planning to conceive or having trouble conceiving, I will look at both their and their partner’s diet and lifestyle, any underlying health conditions, and family history. We organise any testing that may be required to assess their fertility status and gain a thorough understanding of the couple’s overall health and factors that may impact their chances of conceiving naturally.

Even if you’ve seen a doctor or specialist, had initial tests completed and received results indicating fertility issues, don’t despair. Whether you have started IVF or are considering Assisted Reproductive Techniques, I can support you in this journey through diet modification, specific supplements, herbal medicines, lifestyle suggestions and I also offer acupuncture.

Randa Majrouh is one of Western Australia’s leading specialists in complementary medicine. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Complementary Medicine, Post Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture, as well as Advanced and Graduate Diplomas in Naturopathy and Western Herbal Medicine.

Known for her professionalism, dedication and caring nature, Randa has been providing high quality professional support, over the last 15 years for people dealing with all kinds of health concerns, and in particular, fertility issues. In her practice, she utilises her extensive experience in acupuncture, natural medicine and western herbs to achieve optimum outcomes for couples wanting to conceive.

Randa Majrouh

B.Sc. Comp. Med. , ND. Naturopath. Member of the Australian Natural Therapy Association (ANTA) and a registered Practitioner of AHPRA.

With her great interest and extensive background is in natural fertility & IVF support, Randa has a solid knowledge in many aspects of alternative therapies which has helped many couples to achieve their dreams of having a family.