Fertility Statistics
16%Â of Canadian couples are struggling with infertility
Fertility issues can be impacted by environmental factors, diet, lifestyle, and age. The rate of infertility in Canada has doubled since the 1980s.
65%Â of women report feelings of failure after childbirth
Such perceived failures can be unintentionally perpetuated by a system that neglects to address the complex experiences and interpretations of women.
14-25%Â of women have irregular menstrual cycles
Cycles that vary in length, are heavier or lighter, aren't an automatic diagnosis of infertility. Knowing your body can help you diagnose a cause, or a solution.
51%Â of Canadian women report adverse effects of hormonal birth control
Frequently reported side effects include menstrual cycle disturbances, headache, weight changes, and mood effects like anxiety or depression.
What A Fertility Doula Can Do
65%
Increased Chance of Successful Pregnancy
Better outcomes: researchers found that those who followed a fertility diet for at least six months before IVF had a greater chance of achieving a successful pregnancy.
2:1
Less Likely to Experience Birth Complications
Women who have doula assistance before, during, or after birth are two times less likely to experience a birth complication involving themselves or their babies.
66%
Lowered Risk of Anovulation
Your ovulation is the necessary process for achieving pregnancy and overall health. Following a fertility diet and other natural methods can help bring your cycles to a regular rhythm.
99%
Effectiveness of Fertility Awareness Birth Control
With typical use of the method over one year, less than 2 pregnancies occur per 100 women. Charting also provides health insights, and help find the optimal time to conceive.