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chicken
19-06-2006, 12:09
Hi all. I noticed Bronny-jane's post this morning about a herbal remedy that she recommends (thanks for this), and thought I might start a post bringing together other natural things that people have heard that help with conception, or anyone that's been succesful using something.

I've been TTC for almost a year and just had an early M/C, so I'm just looking for anything that might help at this stage. To kick things off, I've heard green tea is good, and a pharmacist told me that melon was good for the uterus lining.
bambino
19-06-2006, 12:17
I have heard that eating fresh parsley on a daily basis can increase fertility......This came from a friend's IVF doctor too.....
Little_Toad
19-06-2006, 12:29
Try Macca powder.
chicken
19-06-2006, 13:22
Little toad - what's macca powder, and where do you get it?
Little_Toad
19-06-2006, 13:32
It's actually spelt maca powder... sorry.
http://australherbs.com.au/product_info.php?products_id=309

Do a search online to find the cheapest outlet. Get a 350g tub.

Its apparently very good for lots of things.
You can get it in tablet form or powder, powder is way cheaper but tastes ghastly.
I use "cap -em- quick" to stick the powder inside gel caps 50 at a time).
http://www.vitaminusa.com/capemquf00no.html the place we got them from gave us 1000 gel caps with it.. I'll ask my DP where we got ours from if you are interested.
Alekay
19-06-2006, 13:32
Bdm i was wondering the exact same thing:)
nicoleE
19-06-2006, 13:33
Im currently having acupuncture once a week and also am taking Chinease Herbal Medicine every night (a concoction of various herbs you drink).

Im just trying to start ovulating after going off the pill (3 months ago).. have been having it for a month now i think... not ovulating yet but I am positive about this type of therapy.. I have used acupuncture before for a wrist problem with great success. This guy I see specialises in fertility.. apparently there have been great results using acupuncture with IVF patients.
DjF
20-06-2006, 23:48
Just wanted to say quickly if you are having acupuncture (to help ovulate/regulate cycles) you should ALWAYS be having it in conjunction with herbal medicine, not just alone.
Jules16
21-06-2006, 10:45
Definitely DjF. I am on the acupuncture/chinese herbs path myself. Am hoping for some joy/results soon as my cycles are so looooonng!!!!
kate021378
22-06-2006, 01:08
I recently started taking an herbal supplement called ovulex and I really think it is helping. My husband and I have been TTC for almost a year, and I have had really irregular cycles since going off of BC. The herbs seem to have made my cycles longer and more predictable.

I'm definitely thinking of acupuncture as well--those of you who are having it, have you noticed a difference?
Vespera
22-06-2006, 01:28
I a BIG acupucture fan! I haddnt had AF for 2 months when I went to my acupuncture guy. Told him why I was there and he told me 3 weeks of going twice a week and taking my gross chinese herbs and lo and behold AF came for a visit and I ovulated exactley 13 days after that!

Go the acupuncture!
Jules16
24-06-2006, 09:36
I recently started taking an herbal supplement called ovulex and I really think it is helping. My husband and I have been TTC for almost a year, and I have had really irregular cycles since going off of BC. The herbs seem to have made my cycles longer and more predictable.

I'm definitely thinking of acupuncture as well--those of you who are having it, have you noticed a difference?

My first acupuncturist didn't help much but the second one seems to know more about the cause of my long cycles so hopefully we have more success this time. :fingerscrossed:

Just make sure whoever you go to has a background in fertility and comes recommended. Anyone who's in Melbourne - I can recommend a very good one. You probably won't get in until September - but the wait is definitely worth it.
Bexta
04-07-2006, 12:07
I have heard that eating fresh parsley on a daily basis can increase fertility......

A Maori lady at work told me last night that just planting parsley in your garden works???? She also said not to keep any clutter under your bed!!!:laughing:

I shouldn't laugh, I actually took the vacuum cleaner out from under the bed & put it in the laundry this morning!!!
luckymama
04-07-2006, 13:03
yup im a NZer and ive heard about the planting parsley in the garden too, its really ment to work, i think i might do it just in case aye :detective:
Bolli
04-07-2006, 13:11
Wow, I never knew about the planting parsley - but lucky me, I just planted 16 parsley seedlings on the weekend - 8 flat and 8 curley. :fingerscrossed: that's a good omen!

Vespa - I think your in Perth too, I've been thinking of acupunture, would you recommend the person your seeing?
Vespera
04-07-2006, 13:59
Vespa - I think your in Perth too, I've been thinking of acupunture, would you recommend the person your seeing?

Yep I'm in Perth. I would definatley recommend him, he is a bit hard to understand but very upfront with what he is doing and why.

As I said before he was great with getting my cycles back on track (another 29 day cycle this month, and I havent been for a while)

And the chinese herbs wont break the bank. Just remeber to ask for a proper reciept if you have Private Health Cover and you will be able to get some money back.

The details are
Australia Natural Healthcare Centre (http://www.yellowpages.com.au/onlineSolution_moreInfo.do?z=306000&iblName=Australia+Natural+Healthcare+Centre&iblId=4531346&authToken=10c37b50f97%7C5d07b57e680851b61fcf9ed532 f7112c&st=cs)
454 William St (Cnr Brisbane St) Perth WA 6000
ph: (08) 9228 8828

The guys name is ZHAO (still not sure how you say it tho) and they are open on Sat and Sun if you work.

Good luck and let me know how you go :D
Bolli
04-07-2006, 14:18
Thanks for that - will let you know how it goes!