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Hearty Sausage, Chickpea, and Sweet Potato Scramble | Best Time to Get Pregnant Breakfast
Fertile Days Recipe | Nutritious Breakfast Idea Feeds: 2 | Prep Time: 1 min | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 16 mins Looking for breakfast inspiration that's nutritious and easy to prepare, especially during the best time to get pregnant? This sausage, chickpea, and sweet potato scramble is one of my clever leftover hacks. Using half of yesterday's chickpea and sweet potato stew, this recipe saves you time in the kitchen while offering a nutrient-packed meal perfect for the

Irena Lenc
Oct 9, 20243 min read


How To Boost Fertility and Prepare for Ovulation with Chinese Medicine
Discover how to boost fertility naturally with practical tips from Chinese medicine.

Irena Lenc
Oct 6, 20246 min read


Poached Eggs, Avocado, and Tomato on Wilted Spinach | Best Time to Conceive Breakfast
Follicular Phase Recipe | Breakfast Idea Feeds: 2 | Prep Time: 2 mins | Cook Time: 8 mins | Total Time: 10 mins Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, whether during the best time to conceive when you bleed or even afterwards. Therefore, starting your morning with a nutritious and delicious dish is crucial. This poached eggs, avocado, and tomato on wilted spinach recipe is a perfect choice for the follicular phase, combining eggs for protein, the healthy fats of av

Irena Lenc
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Answers to the Most Googled Questions: Irregular Periods (Part 2)
Irregular periods can feel confusing and disheartening, especially when you’re trying to conceive. But let me reassure you: they’re not the end of the road. In my experience, irregular periods are your body’s way of gently saying, “I need a little help,” rather than defining your fertility forever. Welcome back to my most Googled questions series! This is part two of my six-part series, where I’ll dive into two of the most common concerns women have about irregular periods an

Irena Lenc
Sep 29, 20247 min read


Understanding Your Fertility Window Before Trying to Conceive
When it comes to your fertility journey, understanding your fertility window is just the beginning. But let’s not forget about your other half! Optimising his health is just as important as taking care of your own. After all, it takes two to create a healthy baby. In this article, we’ll dive into some simple yet powerful steps he can take to boost his fertility naturally. Plus, we’ll tackle those pesky menstrual red flags you should address before trying. Together, you can e

Irena Lenc
Sep 22, 20246 min read


Nourishing Adzuki Bean, Chicken, and Kale Soup | A Lunch to Improve Your Fertility Window
Follicular Phase Recipe | Nutritious Lunch Idea Feeds: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins Too busy to think about nutritional lunch choices, especially during your fertility window in the follicular phase? Let me make it easy for you! This warming and wholesome adzuki bean, chicken, and kale soup is packed with goodness, leaving you feeling well-fed, nourished, and invigorated—perfect for supporting your body during the fertility window. Whethe

Irena Lenc
Sep 18, 20243 min read


Nourishing Sweet Potato & Chickpea Stew | Perfect for Your Luteal Phase When Trying for a Baby
Trying for a baby? Indulge in this delicious and nutritious sweet potato & chickpea stew, perfect for the luteal phase.

Irena Lenc
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Succulent Steak and Steamed Greens | Ideal for the Follicular Menstrual Cycle Phases
Looking for food to satisfy you during your menstrual cycle phases? Savour this succulent steak paired with steamed greens.

Irena Lenc
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Kimchi Fried Rice | A Nourishing Lunch for Women's Health
Luteal Phase Recipe | Nutritious Lunch Idea Feeds: 2 | Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 15 mins Do you need a comforting lunch to support women's health when trying to conceive naturally that only takes 10 minutes? Look no further! This kimchi fried rice is a delightful and satisfying lunch option, especially during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle when you might be craving comfort food. This dish combines the warming sensations of a hug in a bowl w

Irena Lenc
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Fertility Boosting Ginger Congee | How To Boost Fertility with a Breakfast Delight
Looking for ways on how to boost fertility? This delicious ginger congee is a fertility-friendly breakfast, perfect for busy mornings.

Irena Lenc
Sep 16, 20243 min read


Delicious Scrambled Eggs and Baked Portobello Mushrooms with Melted Goat Cheese | A Breakfast to Support and Manage Ovulation Symptoms
Ready in 25 minutes! Delicious scrambled eggs, baked mushrooms and goat cheese to support fertility and manage ovulation symptoms.

Irena Lenc
Sep 16, 20243 min read


Healthy Salmon with Broccoli Miso Quinoa | A How To Help Ovulation and Boost Fertility Lunch
How to help ovulation? Boost your fertility with this nutritious salmon and broccoli miso quinoa recipe packed with omega-3 and folate!

Irena Lenc
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Answers to the Most Googled Questions: Fertility Awareness (Part 1)
Learn key insights into fertility awareness and your body’s rhythms with answers to the most Googled questions about natural conception.

Irena Lenc
Sep 15, 20244 min read


How to Help Ovulation Through a Better Lifestyle and Menstrual Health
Learn how to help ovulation with these lifestyle changes and Chinese Medicine techniques.

Irena Lenc
Aug 27, 20246 min read


Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle Phases and Hormonal Changes
What are the menstrual cycle phases? Read this article for an in-depth explanation of natural cycle phases.

Irena Lenc
Aug 27, 20247 min read


Optimise Your Diet and Health When Trying for a Baby
Explore essential nutrition tips and foods to optimise fertility when trying for a baby.

Irena Lenc
Aug 27, 20247 min read


Understanding Women's Health and Your Menstrual Cycle
Explore holistic approaches to women's health. Learn how to understand your body's rhythms for better well-being and fertility support.

Irena Lenc
Aug 27, 202410 min read


How To Overcome Menstrual Irregularities and PSM with Chinese Medicine
Are you struggling with menstrual irregularities? Here are some tried and tested methods to improve your irregular menstrual cycles.

Irena Lenc
Aug 27, 20246 min read


How To Regulate Menstrual Health Cycles with Chinese Medicine
The journey can feel overwhelming when it comes to understanding your menstrual health. You might have been told it’s “normal” to experience discomfort or irregularities, or perhaps you’re already trying to make changes but aren’t seeing the results you hoped for. I want you to know that you’re not alone in this and that there are things you can do to support your body. When my husband and I decided to try for a baby, it took us three and a half years to conceive; that’s thre

Irena Lenc
Aug 27, 20248 min read
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