Here’s what makes a cycle healthy:

You have at least 3 days of good healthy bleeding. You can see darker blood and bright red blood. The bright red is the estrogen phase (Follicular Stimulating Hormone) of the cycle. The dark blood is the progesterone (Luteinizing Hormone) part of the cycle.

A regular cycle may also mean you have little PMS. You don’t get tired or moody before your cycle. Also during the first couple of days, you don’t get cramps. Your period is consistent. If you don’t have a 28 day cycle, you get your period every 23 days to 32 days, and it’s consistent. Plus, you during ovulation you have wet stringy cervical fluid coming from you vagina to show healthy ovulation.

If your period is longer than 32 days, then you may not be producing enough estrogen. Your estrogen part of the cycle (FSH) is too long and the estrogen isn’t able to kick in. Herbs like Vitex are important to take to regulate the pituitary gland that helps to release the hormones into the body. I would also suggest Black Cohosh, an estrogenic herb to help regulate the long cycle.

If your period is too short, then progesterone isn’t being produced and I would also look at if there is any liver stagnation. I would also recommend Vitex which helps to regulate progesterone in the body along with dandelion as a liver herb.

In addition, if I am looking to help with your cycle to get pregnant, I would look at your diet. Are you eating too many cold foods? The womb doesn’t like the energy of cold when you looking to conceive.

Do you have lots of stress? A baby is more likely to conceive if you are in parasympathetic nervous system – the system of rest and digest.

I would also look at your self care rituals to help you come into balance and if you have an unhealed sexual shame or trauma being held in the womb.

This may seem like a lot to think about, but I am here to help you. I am trained as a Clinical Herbalist and used to see clients supervised under a Master Herbalist/Director at Berkeley Herbal Center. I have over 1000 hours in the class room, over 3,000 hours of study including my study of herbs, plus I am incorporate Feminine Tantra focusing on the women’s womb and sexuality. I have my own private clients who I help on a weekly basis.

If you have any questions about getting pregnant or you want to regulate your menstrual cycle, contact me at https://antoinetteyarrow.com/contact/. I look have sessions via zoom or in possibly in person if you live in Boulder County. I look forward to meeting you!

Antoinette Yarrow – Clinical Herbalist, Life Coach & Guide

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Here are some herbs to support you on your fertility journey:

1. Chaste Berry (Vitex Agnus) Vitex is an amazing hormonal regulator, supports menstrual cycle if period is too short or too long. It’s one of the only herbs that works with the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland controls the endocrine system which is in charge of the reproductive system. If your menstrual cycle is off, an herbalist will look to work with the pituitary gland.
2. Don Quai (Angelica Sinensis) If you aren’t getting enough iron and you have low energy, you may need more blood. Don Quai will support you because it helps build blood and will also give you more iron. This is especially good if you don’t produce enough blood during your menstrual cycle.
3. Shatavari (Asparagus Racemosus) Shatavari supports the reproductive system in a huge way by helping you to get moist and aroused by nourishing your reproductive organs. She also supports your libido and helps you get juicy and wet. She is also a hormonal regulator. Plus, she will help you produce milk. If you have fibroids or adhesions in your uterus, she is an amazing ally for you.

If you are interested in herbs to support fertility, it’s great to have your tongue checked and also have a full constitutional intake form. This will help you see where you may be deficient or excess. Herbs are either cooling or warming, drying or moistening. Not all herbs are good for each person, so it’s important to see a professional herbalist if you are needing support in your fertility journey. If you would like to book a complimentary 20 minute session via phone or zoom, please contact me here: https://antoinetteyarrow.com/contact/.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Antoinette Yarrow

Disclaimer – The information has not been evaluated by the FDA. This information is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from a medical doctor. I am here to support the whole person and support wellness.

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Are you lacking libido in your sex life?

Do you need additional menopausal support?

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is your herbal ally. She’s a Goddess. I have a special connection to this lovely herb. She helps juice up your fertility by making you juicy, she energy is circular, she also guides you to help open up your hips and pelvis and even helps you produce milk. Plus if you are menopausal she will support you with hot flashes, vaginal dryness and libido.

History: Shatavari is highly regarded as an herb for women’s health and it is the most important herb in Ayurvedic medicine to support fertility. The name Shatavari is from an Indian word meaning “a woman who has a hundred husbands.”

Actions: Adapatogen, tonic, demulcent, reproductive tonic, menopausal support, antidepressant, immunomodulator

Why use her: This herb is amazing especially if you get exhausted, need replenishment and are overworked.

She is also amazing where she will support the release of adhesions in the pelvic areas such as endometriosis, fibroids and other causes of infertility.

She is your ally if you are wanting to juice up your sex life to feel more wet and juicy.

Last, if you are experiencing vaginal dryness or hot flashes, she is an amazing herbal ally.

How to use: Take one tablespoon of Shatavari and steep for 15 minutes. Sit with you tea. Ask Shatavari to help with replenishment, reproductive support, fertility support. Drink in the morning or evening. Pairing her up with Damiana (Turner Diffusa) is also suggested since they have complimentary actions.

If you have any questions, please email me at antoinetteyarrow@gmail.com.

I look forward to supporting you!

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Why prepare for fertility? 

• You want to make sure you body is ready to conceive.
• Your cycle might be off, your body might need some nutrients, and your body may need to detoxify before you get pregnant.
• You are over the age of 35 want to conceive naturally. You want to experience success with fertility after 40.
• You are having trouble conceiving.

What are some herbs to take to prepare for fertility?

Nature has a way to provide you with the herbs that you need. They even grow seasonally to support you.

Cleavers – diuretic, lymphatic, diuretic, anti inflammatory, nervine, tonic and energizer. If you are feeling stuck and need to cleanse, cleavers if your herbal ally.

How to use 

• Take 2 tablespoon of dried herb. Steep in 1 cup of hot water for 15 minutes. Drink 3 times a day to help you cleanse old stuck energy from Winter and to energize yourself for Spring.

Dandelion – diuretic, lymphatic, anti inflammatory, tonic, antidepressant. These awesome flowers will bring light into your life, help you detox from the winter blues.

How to use

• Take 2 tablespoon of dried or fresh leaves/flowers. Steep in 1 cup of hot water for 15 minutes. Drink to help bring light into your life.

These herbal allies will do you good in feeling healthy and strong for fertility.

If you would like a complimentary fertility preparation consulation, please email me at antoinetteyarrow@gmail.com. I look forward to supporting you.

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• She is part of the Jacob Cactus family. She lives in the desert regions of Mexico and close to the California and Arizona border.
• She has an affinity to the lower half of the body especially the reproductive organs. She releases stagnation in the body. She is an amazing ally to aid in healing sexual trauma. She can support the reproductive system by helping with of fibroids, cysts or tumors in the pelvic area. If you are looking to get pregnant, she will be a fabulous reproductive aid.
• In addition, she can helps transform your shadow and turn it into light. She can help you go very deep into your womb and help you release what is not serving you anymore.
• She helps awaken you to your fierce Goddess self, so you can set boundaries and say no to others, but yes to yourself.

I am humbled by Ocotillo. Thank you for your medicine.

If you would like to learn more, please contact me at https://antoinetteyarrow.com/contact/

P.S. Ocotillo is a very strong plant ally. If you are to use her, please make offerings and prayers first as she needs and requires lots of reciprocity before you use her. Thank you.

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