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,…
If you’re preparing for IVF or struggling with fertility challenges, there’s hope beyond conventional protocols. Photobiomodulation (PBM), also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), is emerging as a safe, non-invasive approach that may significantly improve reproductive outcomes. At Acubalance Wellness Centre in Vancouver, we combine this cutting-edge therapy with integrative care to enhance fertility, especially…
Starting July 2, 2025, British Columbia will launch a publicly funded in-vitro fertilization (IVF) program, providing eligible residents with financial support for fertility treatments. This initiative aims to make IVF more accessible, offering up to $19,000 for a single standard cycle, including necessary medications. Understanding the Program To qualify for this funding, applicants must: The…
Breakthrough Israeli technology nearly doubles IVF success. A recent article on an innovative fertility technology featured in the Jerusalem Post reveals that by simply selecting better-quality sperm, IVF success rates nearly doubled. This innovative fertility technology, developed in the lab of Natan T. Shaked, chair of Tel Aviv University’s Biomedical Engineering Department, focuses on identifying…
A recent umbrella review published in Frontiers in Medicine (2024) highlights the benefits of acupuncture for women with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This meta-analysis reveals how acupuncture improves fertility outcomes, regulates hormones, and addresses metabolic health—an approach we enhance further with Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) and integrative treatments like nutrient…
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us are experiencing symptoms that may feel unrelated at first—irregular cycles, fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, poor sleep, dryness, or even failed IVF cycles and recurrent miscarriages. What if the root cause of all these challenges lies at the cellular level? Emerging research has revealed that one molecule, NAD…
Episode #44 Whole Person IVF Care with Shaun Tregoning In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Shaun Tregoning, a reproductive endocrinologist from Olive Fertility Centre, who takes a whole systems approach to fertility care. He emphasizes treating the whole person and how his patients often incorporate therapies like homeopathy, IV therapy and acupuncture alongside…
At Acubalance Wellness Centre in Vancouver, we have witnessed how emotionally and physically challenging it can be to face a failed frozen embryo transfer (FET), especially when the embryo was screened to be chromosomal normal (euploid embryo). That’s why we are pleased to offer an innovative, evidence-based treatment to help improve your chances of FET/IVFsuccess:…
Your Guide to Free IVF in British Columbia: What to Know and How to Prepare Starting April 1, 2025, British Columbia’s government will introduce a publicly funded in-vitro fertilization (IVF) program, offering coverage for a single IVF cycle, including treatment and medication. This program, funded with $68 million, represents a significant step in increasing access…
Can Acupuncture Boost IVF Success in Vancouver? A Deep Dive into Unexplained Infertility and Stress For many women in Vancouver facing the challenges of unexplained infertility, the IVF journey can feel overwhelming. People often look for ways to improve their chances of pregnancy. Recent research suggests that acupuncture may offer a promising solution by not…
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