Dealing with PCOS and trying to conceive can be tough, especially when you’ve been at it for a while. You’re not alone there! PCOS often messes with ovulation, making it harder for pregnancy to happen naturally.
To start, let’s chat about the basics: PCOS is linked to an imbalance in hormones, so in Ayurveda, addressing this through diet and lifestyle is crucial. You want to balance your doshas, particularly Kapha and Vata which tend to get disrupted.
Regular exercise, like a light brisk walk or yoga, can help improve insulin sensitivity and balance hormones. Make this a part of your morning routine, around 30 mins each day if possible. On diet, aim to include more fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, minimizing processed foods that can spike insulin levels.
Specific remedies in Ayurveda like turmeric milk (a pinch of turmeric in warm milk) taken before sleep could be beneficial. Look into herbs like Shatavari or Ashwagandha, traditionally used for hormonal balance and to support reproductive health. But remember, talk to your healthcare provider before starting herbs, so everything’s safe.
Your digestion or agni should be strong, so focus on eating fresh, warm meals, choose easily digestible foods, and include warming spices like cumin, coriander, or fennel in your meals. A teaspoon of Triphala taken with warm water before bedtime can aid digestion as well.
Regular menstrual cycle is key, try tracking your cycle and pay attention to ovulation signs. Stress and irregular sleep patterns can exacerbate PCOS symptoms, so relaxing techniques like meditation or pranayama might help.
I know IVF isn’t what you are keen on, it does have its place, but natural conception approaches sometimes need that extra bit passion and patience, so continue engaging in open conversations with your partner and doctors to find what suits you.
And, it’s always great to discuss these approaches with an Ayurvedic practitioner who can offer personalized advice for you and ensure what you do is safe and effective. Bit by bit, step by step—hold onto hope.
