Letrozole is one of two different medications (the other one being Clomid) that can be prescribed to folks who need support with their fertility. It’s often the first treatment for folks with irregular menstrual cycles as it can encourage your body to ovulate. It’s...
Note on language: I use the word fat as a neutral descriptor to describe my body and use it frequently in my work. The terms “obese” and “overweight” are stigmatising in nature and I only use them when directly quoting research. Does my weight affect my fertility? If...
If you want to get pregnant as a fat person, I’m sure you’ve heard all the negative ideas about trying to conceive. One of these ideas is that it takes fat folks longer than people in smaller bodies. Is this true? And if it is, isn’t it just...
Clomid (Clomiphene citrate) is a really common medication given to folks who want to get pregnant but ovulate irregularly. It works by tricking your body into releasing FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) and LH (Luteinising Hormone), which tells your body that...
The sad truth is that an estimated 1 in 4 people will experience pregnancy loss in their lifetime and whatever the reason that it happens, it’s not your fault. Although pregnancy loss is becoming more talked about, the same isn’t true for people who experience loss...
In support of @thisisalicerose campaign “Think What Not To Say” #TWNTS, I want to talk about the well meaning phrase: “Have you tried losing weight?” If you are in a bigger body and you tell someone you are trying to get pregnant, nine...
Welcome to a community where your size doesn’t define your fertility
I’m Nicola and I’m here for the fat folks! I’m a fertility coach and the author of the groundbreaking book “Fat and Fertile”.
I’m using my platform and expertise to challenge the weight bias and stigmas that exist within the fertility industry and empower those who are often marginalised to take control of their reproductive health with confidence and self-assurance.
