Why DHA Doesn’t Belong in Your Prenatal Vitamin

It’s an interesting truth that many people trying so hard to conceive are willing to try just about anything – special herbs and teas, medications, you name it – but have often jumped straight past the fundamentals of plain ol’ good health. In the interest of keeping things simple, we’re sharing the five pillars of fertility.

We need collagen for all kinds of things, including our nails, hair, joints, tendons, cartilage, muscles, and gut health. And since a little collagen protein can go a long way in supporting fertility, we rounded up a few recipes to help you get started.

Preconception care should begin way before you’re shopping for pregnancy tests, because maximizing your health at least six months before you start trying can make an enormous difference on everything to come. Here’s what to understand about preconception care, including what it is, why it matters, and what to do.

There are all sorts of think pieces and articles and personal accounts outlining the ins and outs and pros and cons and “must knows” about egg freezing, but here at Beli, we have some specific advice. If you’re thinking about egg freezing, bump up egg quality first. Here’s how.

We’re covering everything you need to know about the effects of sugar on the body, why it’s problematic during conception and pregnancy, and why balancing blood sugar with protein can help boost fertility. Whew!

Science makes it clear that key micronutrients really do play a role in fertility. If you’re researching how exactly that works, and what exactly you should be taking, here’s what to know about the right vitamins and minerals for healthier sperm and eggs.