Are You Trying to Conceive?
Let’s dive into this intense and beautiful chapter of preparing to become a mother.
There’s something sacred about the moment you whisper to yourself: “I’m ready to become a mother.”
Whether it comes with joy, longing, nerves, or all of the above — this chapter is unlike any other. Trying to conceive (TTC) is more than just tracking ovulation or marking calendars. It’s the start of a heart-led journey where hope, health, and healing meet.
At The Motherhood Journal, we believe this chapter should be filled with intention, self-love, and deep connection — to your body, your mind, your spirit, and your future baby.
You are not just preparing to get pregnant.
You are preparing to receive life.
To make space.
To become a home before you build a nursery.
So, if you’re walking this path right now, here are a few things to keep in your heart:
Your Body Is Sacred
Every cycle is an invitation to reconnect with your rhythms. Know your fertile window, honor your energy shifts, and give yourself grace when things feel uncertain. Fertility is not just physical — it’s emotional, spiritual, and deeply individual.
Your Mindset Matters
Stress, doubt, and overwhelm can cloud this journey. That’s why cultivating a peaceful and positive mindset is essential. Practice gratitude, speak affirmations over your womb, and allow space for rest. Remember: a peaceful mama invites peace into her child’s first home — her womb.
Nourishment Is an Act of Love
Eating well isn’t about perfection — it’s about support. Include foods that feed your hormones, balance your blood sugar, and nurture your gut. Whether it’s bone broth, leafy greens, or that warm cup of tea before bed — every nourishing choice is a whisper to your future baby: “I’m preparing for you.”
You’re Not Alone
Millions of women are on this journey right now — some quietly, some loudly, some joyfully, and some tearfully. You belong to a powerful sisterhood of mothers-in-the-making. And here, in this space, you are held.
This Chapter Is Holy Ground
Let it unfold in your time.
Let it teach you how strong and tender you really are.
Let it prepare you — not just to conceive — but to receive the fullness of motherhood.
You are already becoming. And we are so honored to walk this sacred path beside you.
The First Tip: It’s About Your Gut
How the Microbiome Influences General Health & Fertility
Your gut microbiome — the trillions of microbes living in your digestive system — play a crucial role in your overall health and reproductive potential.
Why It Matters:
Nutrient Absorption: A balanced microbiome helps absorb essential fertility nutrients like folate, zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins.
Hormone Regulation: Gut bacteria metabolize estrogen and other hormones. An imbalance can lead to estrogen dominance or hormonal disorders.
Immune Balance: 70% of your immune system is in your gut. Chronic inflammation from a poor microbiome can reduce fertility in both men and women.
Mental Health: A healthy gut supports serotonin production and stress resilience, essential when TTC.
How to Keep Your Microbiome Healthy
Daily Habits
Eat a fiber-rich, diverse diet (vegetables, legumes, whole grains)
Avoid excess sugar, alcohol, and processed food
Get enough sleep and manage stress
Move your body daily (even gentle walking helps)
Avoid unnecessary antibiotics
Best Foods to Support the Microbiome:
Prebiotics (feed your good bacteria)
Asparagus
Leeks
Garlic
Onions
Bananas (slightly green)
Oats
Apples
Jerusalem artichokes
Chicory root
Probiotic-rich Foods
Kefir
Yogurt with live cultures
Sauerkraut
Kimchi
Miso
Tempeh
Pickles (naturally fermented, not vinegar-based)
Best Probiotics for Men & Women Trying to Conceive
Choose products with multiple strains and at least 10 billion CFU. Store in a cool, dry place or in the fridge.
For Women:
Lactobacillus rhamnosus: Supports vaginal microbiome
Lactobacillus reuteri: Balances estrogen
Bifidobacterium lactis: Boosts immune system
Seed DS-01, Garden of Life Women’s Probiotic, or Ora Organic Trust Your Gut
For Men:
Lactobacillus plantarum: Supports testosterone and motility
Bifidobacterium longum: Reduces inflammation
Lactobacillus acidophilus: Supports gut + sperm health
Look for Innate Response, Seed, or Renew Life Ultimate Flora Men's Care
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Now That You Know About the Microbiome… It’s Time to Track Your Cycle with Intention!
If you’ve read our last post, you already know how powerful your gut microbiome is in shaping not only your general health but also your fertility. You’ve probably already started implementing probiotic-rich foods and supplements into your daily rhythm—and that’s a beautiful beginning.
But what’s next?
It’s time to tune in even deeper.
Your next step is learning how to track your cycle.
Why Tracking Your Cycle Matters When You’re TTC
Learn how to track your cycles for better control of your health and fertility
Your body is not random. It’s rhythmic.
From hormones to emotions, from energy levels to cravings—everything follows a pattern. Understanding your cycle gives you clarity, control, and confidence during your fertility journey.
When you track your menstrual cycle, you:
Identify your fertile window to increase the chances of conceiving naturally
Recognize signs of ovulation and possible hormonal imbalances
Sync your nutrition and self-care routines with the phases of your cycle
Prepare your body for pregnancy in a holistic, gentle, and evidence-based way
Think of it as moving from guessing to intentionally partnering with your body.
Introducing the “How to Track Your Cycle” PDF Workbook
To support you on this journey, we’ve created a gentle, easy-to-use printable cycle tracker that goes way beyond dates and dots on a calendar.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
A short and clear guide to understand the phases of your cycle
A beautiful printable early table to manually record your period, ovulation signs, intercourse, symptoms, and more
Space to track birth control usage (if applicable)
A curated list of Mediterranean-style recipes designed to support hormonal balance through each cycle phase
Whether you’re just starting to TTC or have been on the journey for a while, this PDF gives you daily awareness and empowerment to co-create a healthy, fertile body.
Created for Women Who Want to Conceive with Awareness
This tracker is for you if:
You're tired of feeling disconnected from your body each month
You want to feel prepared, aligned, and nurtured on your TTC path
You’re looking for a non-overwhelming way to support fertility naturally
You want to invite more mindfulness and intention into your routines
Ready to Start Tracking?
This simple tool might be the most impactful habit you adopt this month.
You’ll not only gain insights into your body—you’ll be planting the seeds of a conscious conception. Because a healthy pregnancy starts with an informed, empowered beginning.
P.S. : You're not just tracking data—you're honoring your biology, your future child, and your calling to motherhood. Let’s keep walking together on this beautiful journey.
Get your How To Track Your Cycle today!
Next up, we’ll talk about how stress and lifestyle affect your hormonal signals—and what to do about it.
Reclaim Your Rhythm: Why Managing Stress Is Key to Conception
You’ve started nurturing your microbiome. You’re tracking your cycle. You’re eating with your hormones in mind. So what’s next?
Let’s talk about something often overlooked — but deeply impactful: Your nervous system. Your lifestyle. Your daily rhythm.
These invisible forces speak loudly to your body every single day, telling it whether the environment is safe enough to conceive.
And when the answer is no? Even with the “right” food, supplements, and timing — things may not flow as they should.
So today, we’re diving into a topic that bridges the mind, body, and spirit:
How your stress and daily habits directly affect your fertility.
And more importantly — how to gently restore your balance in just 15 minutes a day.
Why Your Hormones Listen to Your Lifestyle
Your reproductive system is not an isolated part of your body. It responds to your brain, your gut, your environment, and your emotions.
Stress — especially chronic stress — can:
Disrupt ovulation by altering signals from the hypothalamus
Elevate cortisol levels, which may lower progesterone (vital for implantation)
Throw off your thyroid and adrenal function (both tied to fertility)
Suppress libido, delay cycles, or even cause anovulatory cycles
And yet, stress is nearly impossible to avoid in modern life — especially if you’re working, caring for others, or carrying past disappointments on this journey.
So the answer isn’t to eliminate stress completely.
The answer is to reset your body’s sense of safety.
Introducing the 15-Minute Fertility Reset
This is where the 15-Minute Fertility Reset comes in.
It’s a simple, holistic guide to help you:
Calm your nervous system in minutes a day
Create an intentional rhythm that supports conception
Reconnect with your body and your faith
Support your hormones with gentle rituals, nutrition, and mindset
Build a healthy womb environment that speaks “safety” and “life” to your body
All in a way that’s accessible, nourishing, and deeply feminine.
Whether you're new to fertility support or ready to add deeper nurturing to your routine — this is your next empowering step.
Why This Matters
When your body feels safe, it can thrive.
When your nervous system is calm, your hormones can regulate.
When your spirit is nourished, your journey becomes purposeful — not pressured.
This isn’t just about getting pregnant. It’s about becoming a vessel for life — whole, rooted, and resilient.
Your future baby will begin in that sacred space.
And the time you invest in yourself now… is already nurturing them.
