Surrogacy journeys should include fertility acupuncture: here's why
Each journey to parenthood is unique, and some include the need for a surrogate. From time to time, intended parents ask surrogates to...
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Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Jan 18, 2022
- 2 min
Taproot Fertility Acupuncture success story: Blanca's IUI
Blanca came to taproot acupuncture in June 2021 after 3 rounds of IUI that had not been successful. She wanted help to support the other...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Jan 5, 2022
- 3 min
Thin uterine lining: fertility acupuncture & herbs can help
The lining of the uterus is essential to fertility. It is where the embryo implants at the start of a pregnancy. What makes for a...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Dec 23, 2021
- 2 min
Women's health acupuncture: what we can do for each stage of a woman's life
As a fertility and women's health specialist, I help countless women of all ages through many stages of life for which standard medicine...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Dec 20, 2021
- 3 min
Best foods & supplements for egg quality
Egg quality matters for fertility. Women are born with all the egg cells they will ovulate in their lifetime, & the ovarian reserve...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Dec 3, 2021
- 2 min
What is "unexplained infertility" & what can acupuncture do?
All the labs are "normal", all the ultrasounds and exams are "normal" and yet... baby is not coming. The reproductive endocrinologists...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Nov 22, 2021
- 3 min
What is estrogen dominance & what can you do about it?
Estrogen dominance is a hormonal imbalance that happens when we have too much estrogen in the body, either because we take too much in,...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Nov 16, 2021
- 3 min
Thyroid & fertility: Acupuncture for Hashimoto's disease
Thyroid hormones play vital roles for fertility. Which is why at taproot, all our fertility patients are asked to get a thyroid panel...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Nov 12, 2021
- 3 min
Trying to conceive? How to improve sperm count & quality
Making babies is a two-person's job. At taproot acupuncture & herbs, we help countless women at any step of their fertility journey....
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Oct 28, 2021
- 4 min
Preserving "jing" Life Essence for Longevity & Fertility
Chinese medicine says the 3 treasures of life are Qi (energy, your gasoline) Shen (mind, or spirit) and Jing, life essence, your battery....
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Oct 13, 2021
- 3 min
5 tips for increasing IVF success chances
Fertility acupuncture for IVF goals: Boost ovarian response to improve your egg quality and follicle quantity Support the uterine lining...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Oct 11, 2021
- 3 min
Trying to conceive? Let's talk about weight
Many underweight, overweight, or obese women have no problem getting pregnant. But others will have troubles conceiving, most often due...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Oct 9, 2021
- 2 min
What is an IUI & how can acupuncture help improve your chances ?
IUI stands for Intra-Uterine Insemination. It is the first medical procedure that couples who are struggling to get pregnant usually try....
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Oct 4, 2021
- 3 min
Before you conceive : the "pre-mester"
At taproot, we see patients trying to conceive, either naturally or through IVF and IUI every day. And I like to remind all of them, even...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Oct 2, 2021
- 3 min
Body basal temperature charting (BBT) & Chinese medicine
BBT stands for Basal Body Temperature. It measures your oral temperature in the morning, before you start your daily routine. We use...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Sep 30, 2021
- 3 min
Warming the womb for fertility
Have you ever wondered why Chinese grandmas or your acupuncturist always rant about not drinking cold water, especially to women during...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Sep 17, 2021
- 3 min
Acupuncture & fertility: how long does it take to work?
You know the clock is ticking, but are not quite sure if you are ready for a $20,000 IVF cycle that you are told yields less than 50%...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Sep 6, 2021
- 4 min
PCOS related infertility & Chinese medicine
September is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Month with the National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association PCOS is a complex endocrine...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Jul 26, 2021
- 5 min
Fertility, pregnancy & endocrine disruptors: how to clear your life of BPA plastic
It is not news: BPA, phthalates, and other endocrine disruptors are some of the most dangerous chemicals out there when it comes to male...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
- Jul 21, 2021
- 4 min
Seed cycling for fertility: Chinese medicine's perspective
When you are trying to plant and grow a seed... eat seeds! Seeds are nutritious superfoods, especially rich in lignans, a precursor to...
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