The Distillery: Fertility

PCOS and fertility: a Chinese medicine case report summary

This blog summarises a case report I wrote to explore what may have contributed to a successful pregnancy, review clinical decision‑making, and outline practical considerations for integrating biomedicine and Chinese medicine in fertility care. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition and a frequent presentation in fertility clinics. In Australia, PCOS is estimated […]

The “Folate Trap”: why B12 status matters in preconception & pregnancy

When we talk about the “folate trap” in fertility and pregnancy, the key idea is that it’s not only about taking nutrients, it’s about whether your body can absorb, convert, and use them effectively. This matters even more in preconception and early pregnancy, when the body is doing a lot of building: healthy blood cells, […]