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VIDEO: How to Determine Your Fertile Window
Timing is everything when trying to conceive. Watch Dr. Courtney Ranieri, ND explain how to determine your fertile window and feel confident about your cycle.
Written and medically reviewed by Dr. Courtney Ranieri, ND, a licensed naturopathic doctor registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (Reg. #3726). Last reviewed July 2026.
Timing of intercourse is one of the most important aspects of becoming pregnant.
As much as we like to think that becoming pregnant is based on luck, fate or chance, which in part it is, it is more reliant on timing, preparation and science.
The more ways we track ovulation, the more confident women get with understanding their fertility window, and the more successful they are at getting pregnant.
My goal is for you to feel really comfortable with your fertile window.
Disclaimer: always check in with your primary care practitioner before starting, stopping or making changes to your health routine.
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How I Can Help Throughout Your Pregnancy Journey
I provide fertility support to help patients through pre-conception care, pregnancy and beyond. By looking at fertility through a holistic lens, we work towards a comprehensive plan that takes into account all aspects of health and its effect on fertility. I have advanced training in fertility support and offer pre and post IVF acupuncture.
What you can expect:
- Preconception Visit. At our first visit we'll talk about your goals, reproductive and health history, cycles, complete pre-conception blood tests, physical exams and other conditions that may be making it difficult to conceive.
- Pregnancy Check-Ins. Support throughout your pregnancy with an individualized nutrition, supplement and lifestyle plan. Each trimester requires specific nutrients to optimize baby's health.
- Comprehensive Lab Testing. I run comprehensive lab testing if necessary to guide treatments. This can include Estrogen (Estradiol), LH:FSH ratio, Progesterone, Insulin and/or HbA1C, TSH (and T3, T4, anti-TPO), and Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH).
- Individualized Treatment Plans. Plans focusing on fertility nutrition, evidence-based supplements and botanicals, and lifestyle changes.
- Pelvic Floor Therapy. Pre and post-natal concerns including labor and delivery preparation, pain, leakage, tearing or episiotomy support.
- Integrative Fertility Support. Support alongside conventional therapy such as IVF, IUI and cycle monitoring.
- Equal Access for All. I am proud to provide LGBTQ2S friendly services and equal access for all individuals and couples looking to optimize their fertility.
Book your fertility discovery appointment here.
About the author
Dr. Courtney Ranieri, ND is a board-licensed naturopathic doctor and the founder of Somewhere Health. She earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and holds an Honours Bachelor of Science from the University of Western Ontario. Her clinical focus spans hormonal health, fertility, digestion, and women's health, with advanced training in pelvic floor therapy and integrative fertility care.
