by Dr. Shannon Cavanaugh Infertility is a significant challenge for millions of couples globally, and male factor infertility plays a substantial role, contributing to over 40% of infertility cases. When couples embark on their fertility journey, a crucial initial step involves a semen analysis. However, interpreting the results can be a nuanced process, shaped by individual perspectives and goals. The Truth About Normal When couples embark on their fertility journey,… Read More
Decoding Ovarian Reserve Testing: What You Need to Know
By Dr. Shannon Cavanaugh The ovarian reserve, a critical aspect of a woman’s fertility, plays a significant role in assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like IUI and IVF. However, beyond these interventions, ovarian reserve testing holds relevance in naturopathic medicine, contributing valuable insights to the broader picture of reproductive health. In this post, we aim to demystify ovarian reserve testing, its components, and their implications. Understanding Ovarian Reserve Testing: Interpreting ovarian… Read More
Holistic Fertility Remedies: Nurturing Reproductive Wellness Through a Comprehensive Approach
For individuals and couples navigating the journey towards parenthood, the quest for holistic or naturopathic fertility often involves exploring holistic remedies that address the physical, emotional, and lifestyle aspects of reproductive health. Holistic fertility remedies encompass a broad spectrum of practices that go beyond conventional medical interventions, focusing on promoting overall well-being to optimize the chances of conception. In this article, we will delve into the world of holistic fertility… Read More
Holistic Medicine and Fertility: Exploring the Role of Holistic Doctors in Infertility
Infertility can be a deeply emotional and challenging journey for individuals or couples aspiring to conceive. While conventional medical treatments play a crucial role in addressing infertility, there is a growing interest in exploring complementary approaches, particularly through holistic medicine. Holistic doctors, practitioners of an integrative and comprehensive approach to health, aim to treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. In this article, we will delve into the potential role… Read More
Planning a 2024 Pregnancy? Our fertility expert weighs in with top tips.
The Dr. Maura Practice’s fertility expert Dr. Shannon Cavanaugh shares her top five non-negotiables. As the year winds to a close, we start to think about the new year and goals. So many of my patients start to think baby right about now. It’s the perfect time to think about prepping your body from a preconception standpoint. I recommended starting to prepare three to six months before you want to… Read More
Dr Shannon’s Preconception Checklist
Fertility specialist at The Dr. Maura Practice, Dr. Shannon Cavanaugh, discusses her must-haves in prepping to conceive. Listen in!
Conceiving Naturally in Your 40s: Dr. Maura’s Personal Regimen
The way we approach preconception in my practice is going to be totally different for each person. I wanted to share a little bit about what I worked on to get pregnant in my 40s without medical intervention. Every single patient I work with has a different story. I work with women wanting to get pregnant with all kinds of hurdles from autoimmune disease to PCOS to MTHFR issues and… Read More
Dr. Maura’s Top 5 Hacks for Hormone Happiness
I spend a lot of my days deep diving on cases of patients who come to me with hormone imbalance. For every person I work with, there’s a whole new and different picture. No one is the same, even if they have the same problem: painful periods, amenorrhea, PCOS, fibroids, hormonal acne, to name a few. It’s hormonal detective work: I’m always looking for clues, causes and conditions . finding… Read More
How Do I Optimize My Fertility?
I’m perpetually inspired by my female patients: successful, interesting, socially and culturally engaged women who know their minds, and their bodies. Many of these women focus on their professional lives and hold off on having children until their late thirties and early forties, so I end up talking a lot with patients about getting their bodies in shape for pregnancy later in life. I practice in New York City, which… Read More