Give Yourself the Best Chance to Conceive a Healthy Baby
Why Preconception Care Matters—Naturally Optimizing Fertility Before IVF
Whether you’re preparing for IVF or trying to conceive naturally, preconception care is a crucial first step toward increasing your chances of having a healthy pregnancy and baby. As Dr. Lorne Brown puts it, it’s about “nourishing the soil before planting the seed.”
In a recent webinar, Dr. Lorne Brown (Founder of Acubalance Wellness Centre) and Dr. Beth Taylor (Olive Fertility Centre) shared expert insights on both the natural and medical approaches to fertility—from optimizing egg and sperm quality to understanding IVF funding in BC.
Why Preconception Care Is So Important
Studies show that the health of your eggs and sperm, hormone balance, and even your stress levels can all affect your chances of conceiving and carrying a healthy baby.
That’s why Dr. Brown recommends starting preconception care at least 100 days before IVF or trying to conceive.
This whole-body approach may include:
- A fertility-friendly diet and supplements
- Acupuncture and low-level laser therapy
- Mind-body techniques and stress reduction
- Conscious belief work and lifestyle changes
- Sperm health matters too!
Even if you’re eligible for publicly funded IVF, investing in preconception care can help you make the most of every cycle.
How to Get FREE Publicly Funded IVF in British Columbia – Step-by-Step Guide
IVF Funding in BC: What You Need to Know
Dr. Beth Taylor explained how the new IVF funding program in British Columbia works:
- Funding is limited and first-come, first-served
- You must have been trying to conceive for at least 6 months and have seen a fertility specialist
- Both fresh and frozen embryo transfers are eligible
- You can use your own savings to pursue complementary care alongside funded IVF
- Additional tests, like endometrial or receptiva testing, can improve success rates
Next Steps:
- Confirm with your Olive doctor or care coordinator whether you’re on the waitlist or a B.C. fertility specialist
- If you’re over 39 or have diminishing fertility, consider starting treatment without waiting for funding
- Check if your employer provides fertility coverage
- Watch for updates on IVF funding from Dr. Lorne via the Acubalance blog
Resources to Support Your Fertility Journey
✔ Visit Acubalance.ca for fertility blogs, diet tips, and podcast episodes
✔ Book a free 15-minute discovery call with an Acubalance practitioner
✔ Try Dr. Lorne’s 18-minute guided meditation to activate your parasympathetic nervous system
✔ Stay informed— Publicly Funded In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Program
Let’s Support Your Fertility—Together
Recording from April 22, 2025 Live Webinar
Live Q&A April 22, 2025
No matter where you are in your journey, preconception care can optimize your chances of success—naturally and effectively. Whether you’re preparing for IVF or simply wanting to support your body holistically, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
