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Tubal Occlusion and Its Etiology: Insights into a Key Infertility Factor with a Fertility Doctor Toronto

Tubal occlusion, commonly known as blocked tubes, significantly contributes to female infertility. This condition, characterized by the obstruction of the fallopian tubes, impedes the egg's transit from the ovaries to the uterus, thereby thwarting the confluence of egg and sperm, essential for conception. Comprehending the etiological factors, diagnostic approaches, and the amalgamation of medical and natural therapeutic strategies is imperative in addressing infertility under the guidance of a Toronto-based fertility specialist.

Etiology of Tubal Occlusion The obstruction of the fallopian tubes can be attributed to various etiological agents, including:

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): Predominantly a sequelae of sexually transmitted infections, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, PID can culminate in the formation of scar tissue, leading to the obstruction of the fallopian tubes.

Endometriosis: This condition, where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, can cause adhesions that block the tubes.

Previous Pelvic Surgery: Surgeries involving the pelvic organs, including the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, can lead to scar tissue formation and blockages.

Ectopic Pregnancy: A pregnancy that occurs in the fallopian tube can damage the tube and lead to blockage.

Certain Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Untreated STIs can cause inflammation and scarring in the fallopian tubes.

Diagnosis

The identification of tubal occlusion, commonly known as blocked tubes, predominantly employs advanced medical imaging techniques, typically conducted by a fertility specialist in Toronto. The most common diagnostic method is the Hysterosalpingogram, commonly abbreviated as HSG. This procedure entails an X-ray examination in which a contrast dye is administered into the uterus and fallopian tubes to facilitate the visualization of any obstructions.

Medical Treatments

Medical intervention for unblocking fallopian tubes usually involves surgery. The specific procedure depends on the location and extent of the blockage:

Laparoscopic Surgery: This minimally invasive surgery can remove blockages or scar tissue from the fallopian tubes.

Tubal Ligation Reversal: If the blockage is due to a previous tubal ligation (a type of sterilization), a reversal surgery can sometimes restore fertility.

Fertility Treatments: In cases where surgery is not viable or successful, assisted reproductive technologies like In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) can be an alternative, as they bypass the fallopian tubes entirely.

Natural Methods

In conjunction with medical treatments, certain natural methods may support the health of the fallopian tubes:

Fertility Massage: This specialized form of massage aims to increase circulation to the reproductive organs, potentially helping to reduce adhesions and blockages.

Herbal Medicine: Some herbal supplements are believed to have anti-inflammatory properties that might help in reducing scar tissue and inflammation in the fallopian tubes.

Acupuncture: As part of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture may improve reproductive health by increasing blood flow and balancing hormones.

Diet and Lifestyle Changes: A healthy diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals can support overall reproductive health. Regular exercise and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can also be beneficial.

Castor Oil Packs: Applied externally, castor oil packs are thought to enhance circulation and promote healing of bodily tissues, including the fallopian tubes.

Combining Methods

The combination of medical and natural methods should be tailored to each individual's situation by a fertility doctor Toronto. It is essential to consult with healthcare professionals, including fertility specialists and holistic health practitioners, to develop a comprehensive treatment plan. This plan should address not only the physical aspects of tubal blockage but also the emotional and psychological impacts of dealing with fertility challenges.

In conclusion, while blocked tubes present a significant barrier to fertility, there are multiple avenues for treatment and management. A combination of medical interventions and supportive natural methods can offer hope and improve the chances of conception for many women facing this challenge.

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note: takes place in march 2022 - rowan's 23 years oldish. if something's not factually correct, i'm so sorry guys. i tried really hard to make it kind of accurate. i kind of don't like this... but anyways it's here now

tw: asshole doctor, mentions of periods/fertility

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"i suggest you drink lots of water and work out more," the doctor told rowan. "if the pain continues, you can take pain medication, but i don't think it'll be necessary. take a half hour walk in the mornings and evenings and stay hydrated. perhaps watch your diet as well. it's nothing big."

rowan stared at him, unsure if he was being serious.

the doctor noticed this, raising a brow in her direction. "any questions?"

"i'm just -- i mean, i'm an athlete," she reminded him. "i work out a lot more than the average person. i stay hydrated. i've got professional trainers making sure i have a healthy, balanced diet. i can't get any healthier than this. telling me to drink more water, to work out, to eat healthy -- it's not a solution. i can't do it any better than i am right now."

rowan could've sworn the doctor was about to roll his eyes.

"you play in a league?" he asked her. "or just... recreationally?"

"i play professional hockey," her voice came out tougher than usual. "i play in the phf, for the toronto six. i play for team canada too, i just won a gold medal for this country a month ago. i can assure you, my diet and work out routine has nothing to do with the pain i'm feeling."

the doctor sniffed, noting some things down on the clipboard.

"alright, the best i can do is prescribe you some pain medication," he ripped a prescription off and handed it to her. "i can also refer you to a specialist, but i don't think it'll be much help."

"i'd like to see the specialist," rowan responded, taking the prescription.

"sure, okay," he nodded, filling out something else and handing it to her. "you'll get a call from that number in a few days to work out an appointment time."

"thank you," rowan told him, not really meaning it.

she left the room, making her way back to her car. she took a deep breath, reminding herself to calm down. being angry and driving home would do no one any good.

over the past few weeks, rowan had been experiencing lots of pain and intense cramping. her periods had always been a little unusual, but so were her mom's, and she didn't think too much about it. the big problem was the cramps and pain she'd have even after her period. her fiancé finally convinced her to get it checked out after seeing her crumple in the middle of her practice due to pain.

"this is why i haven't gotten my shit checked," she muttered to herself, angry at the doctor for simply dismissing her. she'd heard stories of this her whole life, and of course, it finally happened to her.

she sent a text to joseph, letting her know the appointment was done and she was going to see a specialist eventually. finally, convinced that she had cooled off a little, she turned the car on and made her way home.

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rowan got the call to pick up her reports while she was washing the dishes.

"everything alright?" joseph asked her once she hung up.

"it was the specialist," she told him. "um, they told me i have to pick up the reports."

"that was pretty quick," he responded. "i thought they take like, weeks. i didn't know it only takes a few days."

"they usually only tell you to pick up reports if something's wrong," she continued quietly. "otherwise, they might not even call back."

"hey, hey," joe got up quickly, taking her hands in his. "hey, look at me. giving your report doesn't mean it's something bad, okay? you won't know until you get them."

"can you come with me?" she asked, her voice a little small.

"of course," he responded. "you don't have to ask. whatever you want, love."

rowan's heart felt like it might burst -- either from the nervousness of getting her report back, or the love she felt for joseph in that moment.

unable to speak, she simply nodded, allowing joseph to lead her outside and to the car. he talked while he drove her to the specialist's office, telling her about his day and all the crazy things his teammates had done.

she appreciated him a lot for that, for doing his best to take her mind off of this. she wasn't usually nervous when it came to things like this, but for some reason, she could only think up the worst things.

"you ready?" joe asked her, turning the car off and turning to her.

rowan closed her eyes, taking a deep breath the way her uncle had taught her years ago. a deep breath in, a deep breath out -- and out with it went the thoughts of everything that didn't matter in this moment.

she nodded at her fiancé, "ready."

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"miss price?" the doctor asked, entering the room.

rowan sat up straighter, nodding, "that's me."

"and this is?" the doctor looked at joseph, sitting in one of the seats near the patient's bed.

"joseph woll," rowan introduced him. "my fiancé. he'll be staying here for the reports, i already signed a consent form at the front desk."

"perfect, it's nice to meet you," she smiled at joe. she turned to her computer, typing up a few things and pulling up some files. "okay, so rowan price? twenty three years old?"

"yup," rowan nodded.

"you came in for a pelvic ultrasound and test two days ago, due to intense, recurring abdominal pain, correct?"

"mhm," she nodded again.

the doctor furrowed her brows at the reports, turning back to rowan. "is there anything else you'd like to tell me? any other pain? discomfort? irregular periods?"

"it's mainly just cramps so bad that i can't even walk," she responded. "a little bit of back pain, but nothing else really hurts. sometimes i feel sick though. and my period's always been a little weird."

"hmm," the doctor noted. she turned back to rowan, passing over two ultrasound photos -- the printed results of her ultrasound a few days ago. "you see the tissue clumps right here? that's a type of tissue similar to the lining of your uterus."

rowan examined the ultrasound, barely able to make out what the doctor was explaining. it had nothing to do with the ultrasound, but it was simply the fact that rowan was unable to ever see ultrasounds.

her parents had once tried to surprise her with the ultrasound of her youngest brother when they were pregnant, and she had no idea what it was.

"well, this tissue isn't in your uterus," the doctor explained. "it's growing outside, which may cause bloating, especially around your period."

"that's what's causing the pain?" rowan asked. "uterus tissue not growing in my uterus?"

"it's a condition called endometriosis," the doctor told her. "you might've heard of it."

"i have, yeah," rowan muttered. she might've heard of it, but she didn't know much about it.

"there's no cure for this, but there are treatments," the doctor told her. "hormone therapy, iuds -- surgery's also an option. the treatments can relieve your pain, they can increase your fertility, they--"

"wait, what?" rowan cut in. "it affects fertility?"

"in many women, yes," the doctor told her. "you won't know for sure unless you try to get pregnant, but there is a solid chance you may be infertile. if you'd like, we can do more tests..."

the rest of the doctor's words seemed to go straight through rowan's ears. she was hearing them, but she wasn't understanding them.

she heard joe say something to the doctor, who nodded in understanding and left them in the room. the door closed behind her, and it was as if the spell had lifted.

"hey, look at me," joseph said to her, cupping her chin in his hands. "it's going to be okay. you're okay."

"i just -- i'm scared," rowan whispered, finally speaking. "i never thought about being a mom before, and now that i might not be able to be one -- this is so stupid, why am i like this?"

"don't do that," joe told her sternly. "don't invalidate your feelings. you were just informed of a health condition, you're allowed to be emotional over whatever part of it you want."

"i'm still mad about that stupid doctor too," she whispered, voice cracking as more tears welled up in her eyes.

"you should be mad about that too, he was a dick," joseph agreed.

rowan closed her eyes, leaning forward and letting joe wrap his arms around her.

"whatever's next, i'm here for you," he promised her. "we're doing this together."

in that moment, rowan knew, they were going to take it step by step, and they were going to do it together.

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note: before someone goes crazy, rowan doesn't think being a mom is her only purpose in life yadda, yadda -- she's just in shock. she has siblings that are much younger than her, and she loves babies. she never expected to possibly be infertile so the news is shocking to her. that's all, thanks <3 also if you feel like i depicted smth wrong, please let me know (nicely is all i ask)

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443 HypnoFertility with Lynsi Eastburn

For over 20 years, author and board certified hypnotherapist, Lynsi Eastburn, (MA, BCH) has been helping people globally in their pre-pregnancy and pregnancy journeys. Lynsi is the founder and creator of HypnoFertility, and owns her own private practice and training facility, HypnoFertility International. Through her work in hypnosis, Lynsi helps bring balance to the spiritual and physical worlds and guides babies to their mothers. HypnoFertility is an innovative program created to help those struggling with infertility. Doctors and fertility clinics worldwide support her program, including Dr. William Kiltz and Dr. Maribelle Verdialez from CNY Fertility, Dr. Mark Bush from Conceptions Reproductive Associates, and Dr. Dorothee Struck from Precious Pregnancies - Germany. In 2003, Lynsi expanded her practice and began to train others in her methods. Thus was the creation of HypnoFertility training. Lynsi has been featured nationally on Lifetime Television Network, ABC and CBS News, on national and international radio programs including KOSI After Dark and has been a guest on Toronto’s Breakfast Television and Canada’s @Home morning show.

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Enhancing Your Health Naturally: Discover Top Wellness Services in the Greater Toronto Area

The quest for optimal health and wellness often leads individuals to explore various therapeutic avenues. For those residing in the Greater Toronto Area, including Mississauga and Oakville, there are several cutting-edge health services available. Whether you're seeking the expertise of a naturopathic doctor, fertility acupuncture, or advanced therapies like glutathione IV treatment, the region boasts a variety of top-tier options.

Naturopathic Doctor in Mississauga: Personalized Holistic Care

Naturopathic medicine is increasingly recognized for its comprehensive approach to health. A naturopathic doctor in Mississauga offers individualized treatment plans that address the root cause of health issues rather than just alleviating symptoms. These practitioners utilize a blend of natural therapies, including herbal medicine, nutritional counseling, and lifestyle modifications.

Patients often seek naturopathic care for chronic conditions such as digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune diseases. By emphasizing prevention and self-care, naturopathic doctors help patients achieve long-term health improvements. Moreover, their holistic approach often includes stress management techniques and detoxification processes, which are crucial in today’s fast-paced world.

Fertility Acupuncture Clinic in Oakville: Enhancing Reproductive Health

For couples facing challenges with fertility, acupuncture has emerged as a supportive treatment that complements conventional medical interventions. A fertility acupuncture clinic in Oakville provides specialized services aimed at improving reproductive health for both men and women.

Acupuncture enhances fertility by regulating hormonal balance, improving blood flow to reproductive organs, and reducing stress, which can significantly impact conception. Many studies suggest that acupuncture, when used in conjunction with in-vitro fertilization (IVF), can increase the success rates of pregnancy. Clinics in Oakville offer a serene environment where patients can benefit from this ancient Chinese practice under the guidance of experienced practitioners.

The holistic nature of fertility acupuncture also involves addressing underlying health issues such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and sperm quality concerns. By adopting a comprehensive approach, these clinics not only support immediate reproductive goals but also promote overall well-being.

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In the realm of advanced wellness therapies, glutathione IV therapy in Oakville stands out as a powerful treatment for enhancing the body’s natural detoxification processes. Glutathione is a potent antioxidant that plays a critical role in neutralizing free radicals, supporting immune function, and detoxifying the liver.

Administered intravenously, glutathione therapy ensures maximum absorption and immediate availability to the body’s cells. This method is particularly beneficial for individuals dealing with chronic illnesses, those recovering from heavy metal exposure, or anyone seeking to boost their overall vitality.

Regular glutathione IV treatments can lead to improved energy levels, clearer skin, and better mental clarity. Additionally, it’s an effective strategy for athletes looking to enhance their performance and recovery. The clinics in Oakville providing this service are equipped with trained healthcare professionals who tailor treatments to meet individual health needs.

Conclusion Exploring natural and integrative health services can provide profound benefits for your overall well-being. Whether you are seeking the personalized care of a naturopathic doctor in Mississauga, the targeted benefits of a fertility acupuncture clinic in Oakville, or the rejuvenating effects of glutathione IV therapy in Oakville, the Greater Toronto Area offers a wealth of options to support your health journey.

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[ad_1] After using their dead name, the doctor opened the door to greet Leighton Schreyer, who was waiting in the exam room to discuss fertility preservation. The rest of the appointment passed in a blur with a few gendered phrases sticking out like knives in the consultation. "When women menstruate, we…." their doctor explained. "Since you're choosing to change… We'll inject female hormones…" By the end of it, Schreyer, a Canadian medical student at the University of Toronto who identifies as trans and genderqueer and uses they/them pronouns, was emotionally exhausted from their experience in the clinic, which claimed it was "LGBTQ inclusive" but did little more than put up a few rainbow flags. Unfortunately, Schreyer was used to experiencing stereotypes and stigmatization in medicine — in fact, that's what led them to go to medical school in the first place. "I was inspired by those negative experiences to try and be the healthcare provider that I needed when I was younger," Schreyer told Salon in a phone interview. "To be the kind of provider who really sits down and listens to the patient and understands their story and takes the time to value their experiences and understand their wants and their needs." At 20 years old, Schreyer wasn't looking to start a family. They wanted to preserve their eggs before starting hormones in case they decided they wanted to have children in the future. Because this procedure was time-sensitive, Schreyer didn't bother searching for another clinic to do the rest of their egg cryopreservation. They had already contacted numerous clinics and starting over would risk scheduling the same consultation with another provider that could misgender them — or worse. At that point, the process had already delayed their medical transition for months. It is still legal for adoption service providers or foster care agencies to deny LGBTQ people parenthood, so fertility treatment is sometimes the only possible way to have children. "It was definitely something that I was very anxious about," Schreyer said. "For me, I was very eager to start the medical transition process, and [fertility preservation] felt like a very big hurdle. … It was this block getting in the way of all this other stuff that was what was important and what I needed." From a lack of representation in educational materials and healthcare providers to gendered language in insurance policies that excludes single people or same-sex couples from coverage, the LGBTQ community faces barriers to fertility treatment that do not exist for heterosexual or cisgender patients. Yet the LGBTQ community often needs to greater access these services because they may not be able to conceive on their own or, like Schreyer, may be medically transitioning and need to preserve their eggs beforehand. Meanwhile, it is still legal for adoption service providers or foster care agencies to deny LGBTQ people parenthood, so fertility treatment is sometimes the only possible way to have children if that is what members of the community are seeking. "For our community, to have children requires medical help," said Dr. Mark Leondires, the founder of Illume Fertility and Gay Parents To Be, who is also gay and went through his own fertility journey to start his family with his partner. "There aren't a lot of options to succeed without the help of a fertility center or at least an OB-GYN, but not everybody is willing to help and the information on how to get started and where to go is not always available." "For our community, to have children requires medical help." Just 14 states have passed laws that require insurers to cover in vitro fertilization (IVF), but some, for example, require couples to use their "own eggs and sperm." This language automatically excludes same-sex couples or, for example, asexual people who want to have a child on their own because they may require donors. Meanwhile, it wasn't until April 2022 that it became legal for a surrogate to carry a pregnancy in New York while in Nebraska, it is still illegal to have two same-sex parents listed on a child's birth certificate. Many of the more than 500 anti-LGBTQ bills that have been introduced around the country in the past year are related to reproductive healthcare and fertility. In qualitative studies and interviews, members of the community report having to navigate a system that was not made for them and that any language that does exist to include the LGTBQ community often ignores the diversity of identities and fertility needs within the acronym.  "Representation is a big thing," Schreyer said. "Even if you've walked into a space and they say they're affirming, if you don't see yourself reflected in any of the resources that are being cited, in the staff or even in the other patients, it can be a very isolating experience." The system is instead designed for people with fertility problems, which isn't the case for many LGBTQ individuals seeking treatment, said Kelly B. Gregory, a public health researcher at the University of Waterloo in Canada. In a 2022 study by Gregory, patients said mandatory counseling sessions in fertility treatment were gendered and patronizing, with counselors asking questions like, "How are you going to tell your child that your husband is not their actual father?" to two lesbians. "[Participants] described this sort of repetitive nature as something that can really build up to be exhausting, especially when you consider that this can be a really long process for some folks," Gregory told Salon in a phone interview. "This sends a message to the community that their needs are unimportant and can contribute to further distancing and marginalizing individuals from healthcare systems and services." Some fertility treatments can cost $20,000 for a single pass at insemination, with the complete cost of a baby when it's all said and done costing upwards of $200,000. Although these price tags are large for anyone looking to have children, LGBTQ individuals have been shown to earn less than their heterosexual or cisgender colleagues, and verbiage in certain insurance policies can make out-of-pocket costs more common for the LGBTQ community.  The system is instead designed for people with fertility problems, which isn't the case for many LGBTQ individuals seeking treatment. Schreyer says they were lucky to have success in their first egg retrieval attempt because only one procedure was covered by their insurance. However, they were required to pay out-of-pocket for the mandatory series of injections they took in the days leading up to the procedure to prepare the eggs for retrieval. Schreyer's eggs are now being frozen and stored for the day that they may want to use them, and they are also paying additional out-of-pocket costs for each year of storage. Leondires said some of his patients, of whom about 80% identify as LGBTQ, are young, have been kicked out of their homes and must choose between egg cryopreservation and gender-affirming surgery, which are also both expensive and often paid out of pocket.  "They may choose top surgery instead, and they'll just deal with the family-building consequences later," Leondires said. "I think it's hard for somebody who is, you know, 16 to 25 to think about having children when they're really just thinking about how to feel right in their own bodies." Some of the barriers people who identify as LGBTQ face when seeking fertility treatment, like healthcare providers using gendered language or making assumptions about sexuality and health outcomes, are not unique to fertility treatment. However, fertility and reproductive healthcare are inherently tied to organ systems like uteruses that have been historically gendered.  "Some of these topics for trans people can be very uncomfortable, and a transmasculine person might not be super comfortable talking about things like menstruation," Schreyer said. "Recognizing that and checking in with people at the beginning of appointments, in terms of what language they are comfortable with using [can be beneficial]." "I think it's hard for somebody who is 16 to 25 to think about having children when they're really just thinking about how to feel right in their own bodies." Fertility treatment can already be a long, complicated and emotionally grueling process before these additional barriers, added Dr. Abi Kirubarajan, an ob-gyn resident at McMaster University and researcher at TRIO Fertility in Toronto. In a meta-analysis of studies assessing cultural competence in fertility clinics conducted with co-authors Dr. Sony Sierra and Dr. Priyanka Patel, also of TRIO Fertility, Kirubarajan found heteronormative language excluding same-sex couples and nonbinary patients left many unsure of what options were available to them. Instead, many patients reported they had to be the ones to educate providers about their fertility needs. "It can be some of the most emotionally and physically taxing experiences that people go through, as well as an opportunity for genuine joy and excitement about the future," Kirubarajan told Salon in a phone interview. "So anything that providers can do to make that patient experience better and more safe, more equitable, is really important." The effects of these additional barriers can be far-reaching. One 2020 study found almost one-quarter of transgender individuals surveyed avoided seeking healthcare because they anticipated facing discrimination when they walked through a health center's doors. Another 2021 report found transgender youth experience increased rates of discrimination in addition to legal, economic and social obstacles when seeking healthcare. Because of these systemic barriers, LGBTQ individuals do not access care at the same rate as heterosexual or cisgender people, and experience health disparities as a result. Want more health and science stories in your inbox? Subscribe to Salon's weekly newsletter Lab Notes. "If I go to a health care provider to seek out care, and I have a negative experience where there's discrimination and harassment, where I'm being misgendered, I'm being dead-named, maybe my concerns are not taken seriously, or I'm being invalidated and stereotyped, then in the future, I might be a lot more reluctant and resistance to seeking out care," Schreyer said. Despite the hurdles the LGBTQ community faces when seeking fertility treatment, data suggest many are finding a way to start families anyway. One large center in the Bay Area reported the number of LGBTQ patients seen at the clinic has been increasing by double-digit percentages for the past six years. The 2019 LGBTQ Family Building Survey found that 48% of Millennials are actively planning to have children, suggesting the need for inclusive services is not going away any time soon. "The drive to be a parent supersedes the fear of oppression and marginalization for most LGBTQ+ people," Leondires said. "They're going to do it right and they're going to deal with the discrimination and the raised eyebrows and the disapproving looks from the people that are supposed to be helping them." Last month, legislators called on the director of the Federal Employees Health Benefits program to change the definition of infertility used by participating health insurance carriers, which cover 8 million Americans. In a letter to director Kiran Ahujathey, they said the current language was "outdated" and lacked inclusivity, "particularly for the LGBTQ community." "By limiting coverage to these individuals only after six cycles of insemination with donor sperm, we are effectively denying them access to necessary fertility treatments, placing an undue burden on their path to parenthood," they wrote. In 2021, Illinois passed a law expanding fertility treatment coverage to same-sex couples, and New York passed one the same year that required fertility services to be covered regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. In March of this year, Connecticut passed a bill expanding insurance coverage for fertility treatments used by LGBTQ patients. Schreyer said they'd also like to see changes in medical education to reflect the diversity of healthcare needs within the LGBTQ community, especially for gender-affirming care. In the meantime, providers can change their forms to be gender inclusive and not be afraid to make mistakes and ask patients what their preferences are when it comes to their gender and the language they prefer, as well as what their fertility needs are. Ultimately, a commitment to LGBTQ inclusivity recognizes the individuality of each patient and their needs, rather than planting a rainbow flag outside the office and considering the work done. "Right from the undergraduate level, we see there's really poor education in terms of gender-affirming care, LGBTQ care and any kind of equity, diversity, or inclusivity within healthcare ... and stigma and stereotypes are perpetuated," Schreyer said. "Fundamentally, there needs to be change there in terms of valuing LGBTQ and gender-affirming care in order to shift the whole system." Read more about LGBTQ health disparities [ad_2]

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Last month’s spectacular raid from across the Ukrainian border brought the Russian region of Belgorod an unaccustomed level of public attention. Having spent some time in 2005-06 as a doctoral student conducting dissertation research in Belgorod and another Russian region bordering Ukraine, Krasnodar Krai, I would like to share a few thoughts on these two provinces and their complex history between Russia and Ukraine. The stories of these two regions shed light on the Kremlin’s success in focusing international attention on the construction of Ukrainian identity, while obscuring the ambiguities in Russia’s construction of its own boundaries.

I spent some months in Belgorod and Krasnodar as a graduate student in political science, working on a dissertation (later a book) about the evolution of freedom of movement and choice of residence in post-Soviet Russia. Russian colleagues in Moscow, where I was based, pointed out that the leaders of these two regions had taken contrasting policies toward migrants from other parts of the Russian Federation and other post-Soviet countries. Whereas Krasnodar’s populist governor used and abused the power of his office to harass newcomers (particularly those who were not ethnically Russian), Belgorod’s leadership affirmatively sought out highly educated and well-off new residents to improve the region’s human capital.

Starting out from Moscow for my field research, I had no idea that either Belgorod or Krasnodar had any historic connections to the neighboring, and to me still unfamiliar, Ukraine.

As I explored Belgorod, it proved to be a region of contradictions. It stood out among Russian regions at the time for its relatively smooth transition from the USSR’s planned economy to a successful capitalist one. Robust mining and agriculture — the province lies in Russia’s fertile “Black Earth” zone, which also extends into Ukraine — were now being supplemented by increased interest in Belgorod as a place to settle among well-off professionals from other parts of the country (particularly people from the far north, who found its warmer climate attractive). The regional capital, Belgorod city, was full of cranes and new apartment buildings. Belgorod also featured a lively civil society and academic community, both of which welcomed me and encouraged my interest in their region.

At the same time, despite the regional government’s supportive policies toward at least some new residents and its suppression of far-right violence against ethnic minorities, it was clear that strong public criticism of policies or officials was unwelcome. In other words, there was no real political opposition.

Belgorod was also the starting point for my first foray into Ukraine. Belgorod city is a short journey from Ukraine’s Kharkiv, and connections between the two have historically been close. Indeed, during the Soviet period, Kharkiv was arguably the local metropolis for Belgorod residents, the place to go for opportunities not available in the smaller regional capital. During my visit to Belgorod oblast, I heard some negative comments about Ukraine’s independence, including complaints about the disruption caused by an international border between neighboring communities and Ukraine’s official language policy. 

When I eventually made it across the border, it was immediately clear that I was in a more pluralistic environment. I happened to arrive in Kharkiv during a parliamentary election campaign and was struck by the prevailing boisterous, open disagreement, and even the slinging of insults between political candidates, all of which contrasted sharply with the buttoned-up political conformism of Belgorod. I also noticed that despite the use of Ukrainian in official contexts, Russian was spoken everywhere — a situation most people I met seemed to regard as normal. 

Yet in view of the political contrasts between Belgorod and Kharkiv, it’s worth reflecting that Belgorod itself has a complex history closely linked to Ukraine. In the early modern period, it was part of the “Wild Field,” a region of fractured sovereignty contested between the Muscovite state, Ukrainian Cossacks, and even the Ottoman Empire and Crimean Khanate. A significant proportion of the population is of ethnic Ukrainian origin, and early in the history of the USSR, Belgorod was even considered for inclusion in the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic before ultimately being assigned to Russia. I was told that some older residents in rural districts spoke a local dialect derived from Ukrainian, which was even modeled for me once or twice by younger people, as an example of local color. 

However, there’s no doubt that the region’s mixed Ukrainian-Russian identity is now mainly a matter of historical curiosity. Ukrainian has no official status and has not been used in public education at least since the 1930s. Whereas Kharkiv is effectively (though not officially) bilingual, Belgorod is monolingual in both law and practice. As far as I could determine, its residents have no interest in Ukraine as a political community that might include them in some way. Rather, they take their Russianness as both desirable and self-evident. Years later, having moved to Toronto, I noticed similar attitudes on both sides of the U.S.-Canadian border between Ontario and New York State. The border is taken for granted, and what lies on the other side is familiar but clearly other. 

Many of these observations also apply to another Russian region that I visited during the same doctoral research: Krasnodar Krai, which is also sometimes referred to locally as the Kuban, after its main river. The region is familiar to many Westerners as the home of Sochi, a beach and mountain resort that hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics. 

By a strange coincidence, Krasnodar also figured as one of the case studies in my dissertation, as its governor at the time, Nikolai Kondratenko, had earned a well-deserved reputation as a populist known for using administrative measures to harass newcomers to the region. While even ethnic Russians who moved to Krasnodar were targeted, the worst treatment was reserved for non-Slavs, such as Armenians and a small Turkish community from the Meskheti region of Georgia. Krasnodar clearly had a strong regional identity, rooted as I learned in its unusual and tragic history. Until the 19th century, the Black Sea littoral was the home of the Circassians, an indigenous community with a reputation as skilled horsemen and warriors, whom the advancing Russian Empire dispossessed and slaughtered in an act of calculated ethnic cleansing that resulted in the flight of most of the Circassian population into Turkey and other lands of the Ottoman Empire, where their descendants now live. The settlers who entered the region in the wake of Russian conquest were mainly from what is now Ukraine, and as in Belgorod, some reminders of this past linger in a fading local dialect. 

Governor Kondratrenko emphasized some aspects of this history, as in his support for a local neo-Cossack movement and his tense relations with the Circassian community in Krasnodar and neighboring regions. Yet as in Belgorod, there was no discussion of any link to contemporary Ukraine. Whatever disagreements local residents might have with the Kremlin, Russia was their state, and Russian was the official language, required for official communication and professional advancement.

A few related points with contemporary relevance follow from these vignettes of my travels nearly 20 years ago. One is simply the disparity between, on the one hand, Russia’s insistent focus on the constructed nature of Ukraine’s national identity and its success in imposing that focus on much of the Western media and official discourse, and on the other hand Russia’s unwillingness to acknowledge that its own identity as a state and a civic community is also the result of deliberate construction, which in part involved the suppression of Ukrainian identity in these two regions. It’s noteworthy how little hay the Ukrainian government has tried to make of this past, even though, had history turned out a little differently, both Belgorod and Krasnodar could very easily have been included in Soviet and then independent Ukraine. Kyiv has never claimed them as Ukrainian territory, never denounced the border with Russia or derided it as fake or illegitimate, and never even pressured Russia to accord official status to the Ukrainian history and culture in Belgorod and Krasnodar.

In effect, Ukraine recognizes what should be obvious to every fair-minded observer, that although borders are by their nature political constructs that divide people and communities in artificial ways, the most humane course of action is to try to make the best of them. 

As far as Ukraine is concerned, there is no reason why the people of Belgorod and Krasnodar should not visit, trade with, and otherwise engage with their neighbors in, say, Crimea, Donetsk, or other parts of Ukraine. For that matter, in a democratic Russian state, they would have the right to explore the Ukrainian and Circassian heritage of their regions without incurring official hostility. Although we are sadly far from such a reality, it is incumbent on Western observers of the Russian invasion of Ukraine not to accept at face value the Kremlin’s messaging that the Ukrainian state is artificial and in need of correction, which presumably it is Russia’s role to provide. 

As Professor Louis Römer of Vassar College has pointed out to me, Russia’s focus on Ukraine’s alleged fragility and defects is an intrinsically colonial narrative that treats one political community as necessarily subject to guidance from another. The point is not that Russia’s heritage of conquest is unique: indeed, as a native of the former Mexican territory of Alta California, I am aware of the violent process that resulted in its annexation by the United States. But the Putin regime’s success in crushing alternative voices within Russia should not lead international observers to accept its self-serving historical myths at face value.

And a second, related point: the authoritarian Russian state’s erasure of Ukrainian identity in Belgorod and Krasnodar paradoxically suggests some ways in which Ukraine is stronger than many outside observers believed and indeed stronger than Russia. Contrary to the Kremlin’s narrative, Ukraine’s well-publicized debates about official language policy and other regional differences reflect something highly positive about the country’s political evolution to date: the emergence and acceptance of pluralism over the post-Soviet period. One of my professors in graduate school, Ian Shapiro of Yale University, was known for saying that wherever you are told there is consensus, you should instead look out for hegemony.

Indeed, while I met many good-hearted, humane people in Belgorod and Krasnodar who would flourish in a more open political system, such an opportunity is denied to them by a state that evidently believes it can only survive by silencing all dissenting or even unofficial interpretations of its own history. In contrast, no one would say Ukraine’s politics are characterized by consensus, yet its fractious people have come together to oppose Putin’s invasion with a determination that has amazed the world. It is Ukraine’s good fortune that it has found within itself the strength to construct a civic identity built on the acceptance of difference, and Ukraine’s tragedy that Russia has failed to do so.

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We work collaboratively with oncologists, radiologists, surgeons and researchers to deal with the needs of those in search of complementary care for living with cancer. Dr. McKee ND additionally ensures that old and new blood work is gone over and the patient has a full perceive of the check results. She additionally shares her findings and the take a look at outcomes together with your NP or medical physician if you request. Cupping remedy is the apply have been special cups are used to decompress fascia.

A naturopathic Doctor is a healthcare practitioner who applies natural therapies and coverings to help people achieve optimum well being and wellness. Naturopathy is a holistic therapy modality that takes under consideration the entire individual when diagnosing and treating medical circumstances. Naturopathy can be utilized to deal with a variety of well being points, from continual illnesses to minor ailments.

Chronic care is one other area the place naturopathic docs excel, and in a number of integrative clinics in the Vancouver space, naturopathic and medical medical doctors co-manage instances. Naturopathic docs have the luxury of longer affected person visits, which lends properly to these types of cases. Naturopathy is a major health care system that could be used in conjunction with services offered by other well being care professionals. It focuses on using non-invasive pure therapies together with methods and compounds to forestall illness, keep optimal health, and to stimulate the physique to heal without suppression. Unlike an ND, a Doctor of Natural Medicine (DNM) is not regulated and licensed in Ontario.Anyone, regardless of coaching and training, can name themselves a Doctor of Natural Medicine on this province. There isn't any impartial regulatory physique that ensures that these individuals have appropriate training, or that requirements of apply are being maintained.

Natural constituents are extracted out of botanical herbs to help the body heal with out unwanted side effects. These herbs can come within the form of teas, tinctures, powders and capsules. Most advanced hormone take a look at, offering an extensive profile of sex and adrenal hormones and melatonin, together with their metabolites, to establish naturopathic medicine toronto symptoms of hormonal imbalances. Understanding the complexity of these hormone methods are an invaluable tool in understanding fatigue, PMS, menopausal signs, and especially fertility. From movement therapy, to group acupuncture, parenting and breathwork courses, try your choices.Find out more.

The four-year naturopathic medical program incorporates over 4,500 hours of classroom coaching in basic medical science courses, clinical sciences and naturopathic therapies, as properly as 1500 hours of supervised clinical expertise. NDs use seven major modalities to assist their patients achieve improved health, including botanical medicine, medical nutrition, acupuncture and Asian medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, bodily medicine and lifestyle counselling. Like a standard physician, dentist, or chiropractor, the naturopathic doctor first completes pre-medical research at college. The naturopathic pupil then enters into a four-year, full-time medical program at an accredited college of naturopathic medicine.

A protected, confidential and compassionate surroundings is created for every affected person allowing area to heal without feeling rushed or unheard. Your nutritional status, life-style, family history, emotions, environmental stresses, and physical well being are all rigorously evaluated and addressed. Naturopathic docs attempt to establish and treat the basis causes of your symptoms, and to treat you as an entire particular person, which means they try to think about the bodily, emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of an individual. NDs attempt to educate their patients about health conditions, the therapeutic means of a disease, and some illness preventative strategies.

As a resident of our tiny blue planet, it's unimaginable to avoid the burden of environmental toxicity. With most cancers rates hovering and fertility points changing into more and more prevalent, environmental medicine and medically supervised detoxification programs have become an imperative component of preventative well being. Several members of our naturopathic group have had extra post-graduate training in Environmental Medicine and are qualified and experienced in assessing and treating environmental illness. NDs have studied primary biomedical science and pharmacology, which make them succesful naturopathic medicine to communicate with other health care suppliers similar to family physicians, specialists, chiropractors, therapeutic massage therapists, etc. if needed. Clinical nutrition involves dietary evaluation, counselling and supplementation for well being promotion, therapy and prevention of acute and continual illness. The main goal of a naturopathic doctor is to find out and deal with the underlying reason for illness somewhat than simply managing or suppressing signs.

Dr. Svendsen could begin remedy on the primary visit, or might advocate extra testing be done earlier than starting a remedy plan. Naturopathic docs take the guesswork out of making positive changes for yourself and your beloved ones. We take the time to stay updated with analysis to ensure that the modifications you make to your way of life are safe, efficient, and meaningful. If you are contemplating making step one towards residing a more healthy life, or are looking for steering alongside a path you began strolling way back, naturopathic docs have the skills and training that will assist you get there. Our Naturopathic Doctors also can complement and improve health care services supplied by different well being care professionals. At Epione Health, we offer sufferers with a really integrative form of health care.

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She additionally enjoys bringing data to folks through various books, articles and research papers she has authored. Check together with your supplier to see how much coverage you are eligible for. In February 2008, Dr. Cardona took part in a medical brigade and volunteered her time in Nicaragua servicing the medical wants of under-privileged communities on the island of Ometepe. Naturopathic Doctors are the one regulated health professionals in the area of pure medicine in Ontario.

For instance, from a naturopathic perspective, your skin and digestive symptoms are seen as intimately connected, and could additionally be addressed collectively in treatment. In this manner, the physique is seen and treated as greater than the sum of its elements. In addition to nutrition naturopathic medicine and lifestyle modifications, natural therapies including botanical medicine, medical nutrition, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, and traditional Chinese medicine/acupuncture, may also be used during therapies.

Established in 2007, the Liberty Clinic is an integrated well being clinic located on the coronary heart of Toronto – Yonge and Bloor. Dr. Lisa Watson is a Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She is a passionate author and speaker and is on a mission to take girls naturopathic medicine toronto from burnt out, to fired up! You can comply with Dr. Watson on all social media shops at @drlisawatsonnd or contact her at A million thank yous for the recognition you've given me with this reward.

Before I knew it I was encouraged to assume about the instructor coaching and have become an authorized Kundalini Yoga Instructor. I taught yoga steadily for 12 years from introductory classes, to pre-natal courses, to teaching forged of actors earlier than they went on stage, to cancer patients and an unforgettable personal yoga class for a celeb rock star! I was the innovator of ‘AROMA YOGA’ courses which I provided at the Lotus Yoga Centre in Toronto and where I integrated the considerate and artistic use of aromatherapy throughout each class. Now I love with the ability to share yoga postures, meditations and respiration strategies therapeutically as a half of a personalized therapy plan for my patients.

Dr. Kelly Clinning is a Naturopathic Doctor with a ardour for treating women’s health and hormonal health with a particular concentrate on fertility. To study extra about her apply, contact us or e-book a complimentary meet-and-greet with Dr. Clinning. The major objective is to identify and treat the underlying reason for disease and customize therapies for sustainable outcomes. If you’re looking for a natural approach to resolve any of your continual health problems, Dr. James Yoon’s approach toward wellness is an possibility value considering. He is a professional Naturopath offering pure, balancing healthcare services and is considered one of our high picks in Toronto. What makes them stand out is their complete naturopathic care that assesses one hundred fifty elements in your body.

Yellow Gazebo Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Clinic The greatest in natural health care beneath one roof. By making use of these two perspectives together, our clinic is ready to offer a comprehensive array of solutions for stopping and treating nearly any well being situation, together with and particularly these considered medically incurable. Naturopathic Doctors are Primary Health care Providers, however also can complement standard medicine. Both Dr. Campbell and Dr. Walker work closely toronto naturopathic medicine with Medical Doctors to provide informed and integrative care for their clients. Take preventative measures and focus on overall well being and wellness by identifying and understanding the disease and recommend applicable therapy. We are right here to offer you help for anxiety, immunity and well being considerations throughout this isolating time.

Her scope of practice covers a thorough listing of frequent well being issues. Recognized particularly for her specific scientific expertise in women’s well being, pelvic well being, gynecology, digestive health, urology, pre and post natal care and children’s health. Christine is also dedicated to her particular curiosity and success in addressing stress management, optimizing immunity and raising awareness to the environmental links to health. As a mom of two children, Christine sincerely appreciates the efficiency and advantages of a mannequin of well being care that supports the wellness of the entire family.

When you’re studying an ND’s bio or speaking with them, make sure to verify if they've expertise successfully treating your health issues. Actually, some naturopathic doctors in Toronto and Ontario are now in a place to prescribe many pharmaceuticals, too. If you’ve by no means seen a naturopath, you might be surprised to see that we use standard checks and a scientific strategy to treating your health issues. Consult a Naturopathic Doctor with any condition you'll consider visiting your Medical Doctor for.

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Reality Check: Are fertility problems on the rise?

Is our society becoming more infertile? While people may not always feel comfortable sharing their fertility struggles, one in six Canadian couples is believed to be affected by them. And there’s no shortage of advice online for them--every day it seems there’s a new article on how to improve fertility--what to eat, what not to eat, what may help, what may hinder.

Despite the onslaught of information, there is still a ton we don’t know about the topic. The last known study (in 2011) on the prevalence of infertility in Canada acknowledged that. Researchers, who attempted to estimate the country’s infertility rate, concluded it had increased to 15.7 percent, up from 5.4 percent in 1984.

However, Canadian fertility experts with whom Global News spoke say there is no conclusive evidence that infertility has increased since then. Doctors do admit more people are turning to fertility clinics than a generation ago. The number of those clinics across the country has also doubled (to 37) in the past 15 years, according to the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS).

Heather Shapiro, former CFAS president, attributes that to the “rapid evolution” of in vitro fertilization (IVF) technologies and their success rates.

But Mark Evans of CFAS points out that "increased usage of IVF is not correlated to with an increase in infertility." Quebec and Ontario remain the only two provinces that specifically cover IVF. Ontario’s system allows a woman to take advantage of one covered IVF cycle in her lifetime, while Quebec’s offers a sliding scale of tax credits.

Hannam has his own theories on why fertility clinics have become busier in recent years. Better reproductive technology means more people are turning to surrogacy and fewer are turning to adoption due to the latter process having grown more lengthy (the list of children up for adoption is also shorter).

This summer, one Toronto couple actually turned to social media in the hopes of fast-tracking an adoption rather than putting themselves on a provincial wait list.

Much of the fertility focus in recent years has been on men. More guys aged 18 to 45 have infertility than diabetes. Last month, a Belgian study of 54 men aged 19-22 suggested male infertility might be inherited. It found men conceived with the help of intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), a type of assisted reproductive technology that forms part of IVF; men who used the procedure had almost half the total sperm count of those who conceived "naturally."

André Van Steirteghemat, a co-author of the findings published in the Human Reproduction journal, believes this gives credence to what’s long been speculated: since many cases of male fertility are caused by genetic defects, men born thanks to ICSI “might inherit such defects from their fathers.”

An Australian professor also warned last week against becoming too reliant on assisted conception techniques, the Sydney Morning Herald reported.

"We are taking recourse to IVF in increasing numbers," said the University of Newcastle’s John Aitken. Aitken expressed concern as well over "ongoing health problems with IVF children." He argued that research has shown that boys whose fathers smoked and used assisted conception techniques have a greater risk of developing cancer.

But he cautions that "there’s a lot of bias in where the data comes from," which he says is often fertility clinics. When it comes to females, the number of first babies born to women between 30 and 49 years of age has risen significantly. More than half of all live births in Canada in 2013 were to mothers in this age group, up from 39.6 percent in 1993.

Mothers over 40 increased their share of first-time births as well. About 3.5 percent of all live births in 2013 were to women between 40 and 49 years old. A decade prior, that number was 2.7 percent.

Reproductive endocrinologist Marjorie Dixon, of the Anova Fertility clinic in Toronto, has seen another shift. More younger people come into her fertility clinic to discuss family planning than when she started her practice eight years ago. To her, though, that doesn’t mean there’s been an increase in infertility, which she says is not "scientifically proven."

She believes the trend is due to couples being better educated on the topic of fertility and feeling more empowered to talk to their doctor about family planning.

The majority of Dixon’s clients are still 35 and over. They’re often people “who have traveled, met their mates later in life, and focused on their academic and professional careers."

Dixon and Hannam both stress that couples who want to have kids shouldn’t delay consulting a doctor if they’re struggling to get pregnant.

Up to 60 percent of the patients Dixon sees have been helped through low-intervention methods that sometimes cost as little as a couple hundred dollars (that’s how much a 10-day round of ovulation medicine can cost).

"Often, we just keep calm and carry on," she said. "We’re busy taking care of our careers and partners." She says the sooner a fertility problem is addressed, typically, the better the prognosis.

“Knowledge is power.”

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The President Wears Prada (William Nylander) | Epilogue 3: A Love So Tender

A/N:  Well, here it is, folks...the last epilogue of The President Wears Prada series.  It’s been a blast.  Like with Alone, Together and The Storm Before the Calm, we’ve created a little community on this blog, except this time we joined together during quarantine and a global pandemic!  I posted the prologue to this April 27th (so right in the thick of it lol) and I’ve been so happy giving you guys something to look forward to every Monday these past eight months!  Keep asking your Willberdeen canon questions forever and ever!

Be on the lookout for the post date of my Brock Boeser mini-series “Peaceful Easy Feeling” -- I’ll announce it and put it on my Masterlist.  Then, I’ll start my next big series!

As always, happy reading :)

March 2034

“Mooooommmmmyyyyyy!  Mommy look!” six-year-old Saoirse Nylander ran through the house to the kitchen where she knew her mom was ready with breakfast.  “Look!  Daddy let me do my own hair!”

Aberdeen looked down at her daughter to see her blonde hair fixed in to a half ponytail…well, a six-year-old’s version of a half ponytail.  Aberdeen smiled down at her daughter.  “Looks good!” she smiled.  “Can I fix it a little bit before we go to Andy and Maia’s house?”

“Can I eat first?” Saoirse asked as Aberdeen heard more footsteps coming down the stairs.

“Of course!  Your oatmeal is right over there,” she nodded her head towards the bowl already set up for her daughter.  As Saoirse moved and climbed into the counter stool to eat, Aberdeen looked to her left to see William enter the room, holding their three-year-old son in his arms.  “My two Williams,” she smiled.

“Mowning mama,” William Jr. said as Willy placed him down in his own stool, his own bowl of oatmeal also ready to go.  

William walked around the island and gave Aberdeen a kiss on the cheek before placing his hand on her stomach tenderly.  “Morning, minskatt,” he said before pouring himself some coffee.  He looked back at his kids, eating their oatmeal.  “Are you excited to see Maia, Saoirse?”

“Mhm,” she smiled.  “Can I bring my colouring book so Maia and I can colour?”

“Of course you can!” William smiled.  “You know how much Maia loves to colour with you.”

“When you and mommy get home, I’m gonna have a beeeeeeautiful picture,” Saoirse exclaimed before spooning some more oatmeal into her mouth.

Both Aberdeen and William looked at their fridge, adorned with ripped out pages from colouring books that Saoirse and William Jr. did for them.  “We can’t wait,” Aberdeen smiled.

***

“Mr. and Mrs. Nylander, I know that we’ve confirmed your pregnancy,” Dr. Collinson spoke to the happy couple.  

“We needed the tie-breaker,” William joked.

“Indeed,” he chuckled.  “But I must ask you both…have you gone through any fertility treatments that I’m not aware of?  IVF, artificial insemination?”

William and Aberdeen looked at each other before looking back at their doctor – the same doctor who had been there and helped birth Saoirse and William Jr.  “No…” William shook his head.  “We figured we were okay…I mean, with Saoirse’s and William’s pregnancies being pretty easy with no major complications, and the fact that we didn’t have to try for very long before Aberdeen got pregnant…” he trailed off.

Dr. Collinson nodded his head.  “That’s good to know.  Because I do have some further news for you.”

“What’s that?” Aberdeen asked.

“You’re having twins.”

The words hung in the air for an excruciatingly long period of time.  “Excuse me?” Aberdeen asked.

“Twins.  You’re having twins, Mrs. Nylander.”

Aberdeen looked over at William.  “I’m going to cut your penis off.”

***

“TWINS!!!!!” Bee exclaimed, jumping up and down as she hugged Aberdeen.  “Twins, Aberdeen!  Oh my goodness!”

“More Nylanders?” Morgan piped in.  “Christ almighty.”

***

“TWINS?!” Aleida was shocked when Aberdeen told her the news over the phone.  “Twins!”

“Who’s having twins?” Aberdeen could hear Fred’s voice in the background.

“Aberdeen and Will!”

There was a pause.  “More Nylanders?  Good God.”

***

“Twins, William?  You knocked her up with twins?” Jason deadpanned into the phone.

“We’ll have four, just like you,” William said.

“More Nylanders…Jesus Christ.”

***

“Oh!  What fantastic news!” Svea beamed over the FaceTime call.  Elias was smiling beside her.  “You must be so excited, guys.”

“We are.  We joked that we were only supposed to have one tie-breaker though,” Aberdeen said, looking at William beside her briefly.  “Now we’re getting two.”

“Do you know the sexes?”

“Not yet.  In a few weeks they’ll tell us if they’re identical or fraternal, and I think that will be very informational,” William said.

“More Nylanders…” Elias shook his head.  “God help us all.”

***

“This is fantastic news, Aberdeen.  You’re such a great mom already,” Brendan said from across the table, his smile stretching from ear to ear.  “Saoirse and Will Jr – I mean they’re just delights.”

“Thank you, Brendan.  There will be two more to add to the MLSE family room during games.  Not to mention more Nylanders occupying the city of Toronto.”

“More Nylanders…wow.”

***

September 2034

The Toronto Maple Leafs and the entire MLSE organization would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to William Nylander and his wife Aberdeen Bloom on the birth of their twins, Jonas Alexander and Astrid Elina.  Jonas and Astrid join big siblings Saoirse and William Jr.  

***

November 2035

BREAKING: Aberdeen Bloom, the youngest person ever to win the Booker Prize for Fiction, has just won the prize for a second time for her latest novel, A Love So Fond.  Bloom becomes the third woman (after Hilary Mantel and Margaret Atwood) to win the Booker Prize twice, but the first woman under forty to accomplish the feat.  

***

The First Monday in May, 2036

William looked at Aberdeen lovingly as she touched up her lipstick in the mirror of their hotel room.  She was wearing a beautiful dress, styled to perfection.  He was wearing a suit, tailored to equal perfection.  “You look beautiful, minskatt,” he said, hoping it would calm her down a bit.  He knew she was nervous.

She looked over at him as she clicked shut the lipstick tube.  “We’re going to the Met Gala, Willy,” she said as if it was the first time he’d heard the news.  He’d heard.  He’d heard for months now.  Anna Wintour invited them to the event.  Aberdeen screamed bloody murder when she got the invite.  “We’re going to the Met Gala.”

He giggled slightly.  “I know.  Who would have thought all those years ago two kids who hooked up the night of a graduation would make their way to the Met Gala.”

Aberdeen smiled.  “Who would have thought an aspiring writer and a hockey player would accomplish so much that we’d even get invited to the Met Gala.”

“I had nothing to do with this,” William shook his head, smiling.  “You did all of this.  I’m just in the background, remember?”

Aberdeen couldn’t help but smile.  The man in front of her supported her dreams without question.  There was nothing she thought of that William didn’t think she’d be able to accomplish.  Her two Booker Prizes were evidence of that.  Her Governor General’s Awards and Giller Prizes were evidence of that.  Her numerous other awards were evidence of that.  “You’re not in the background, Willy,” she told him once more.  It was something she told him time and time again, even though she knew he was joking.  To think he still used a joke he made when she was twenty-two years old…she couldn’t help but laugh.  “You’re the reason I’m able to do this.”

Their conversation was cut short by Aberdeen’s phone ringing.  When she dug it out of her purse, she saw Orla requesting a FaceTime call.  “It’s the kids again,” she said, holding up the phone and turning around so that when she answered it, whoever was calling would see both their parents.  When she accepted, she saw Saoirse’s face first.  “Hi baby,” Aberdeen cooed.  “Did you forget to tell us something?”

“Maia wants to know if she can come over this weekend to play.  Is that okay?” she asked.

“Of course,” William answered.  “I’ll talk to Uncle Morgan about it when we get home tomorrow night.”

“Let me see!” William Jr.’s voice was heard off camera.  Soon, Saoirse had turned the camera around so he could see his parents.  “Hi mom and dad.”

“Hi baby,” Aberdeen cooed again.  “Do you have a question too?”

“No,” he said.  “You look pretty, mama.”

Aberdeen couldn’t help but swoon.  “Thank you, baby.  Are you having a good time at grandma and grandpa’s house?”

He nodded his head enthusiastically.  “Grandma just made popcorn!”

“Wooooo!  Movie night!” William exclaimed from behind her.  “Be good!  Go to bed on time.”

“I will,” William Junior nodded his head.  “Bye daddy.  Bye minskatt.”

Aberdeen furrowed her brows but couldn’t help but laugh at her son.  She could hear William chuckle from behind her too.  “William!  Why’d you call me that?!”

Williiam Junior didn’t know what the big deal was.  He knew he was named after his dad; it was only fitting that he test his limits and call his mom by her first name too.  “Daddy’s name is William, and my name is William, and your name is minskatt!  Daddy always calls you that!  Hi minskatt, bye minskatt, I love you minskatt.  Minskatt is your name!” he argued like it was the most obvious thing in the world.  

William thought back to so, so many years ago.  To Aberdeen asking him why he called her minskatt and him telling her why.  A tear escaped his eye and he brought his hand up quickly to cover it.  Aberdeen noticed.  She looked back at William Jr.  “Okay William.  We’ll talk more when we get home, okay?  You better be good for grandma and grandpa.”

Aberdeen ended the call with a couple of more air kisses.  When she was finished, she placed her phone down and saw that William kept wiping his cheeks with his thumb.  “Hey…hey come here,” she said gently, walking over to him because she knew he wouldn’t move.  “Was it Junior?” she asked.

William nodded his head.  “You remember what I told you, like, fifteen years ago?  About why I call you minskatt?”

Aberdeen nodded her head automatically.  She’d never forgotten.  “Of course,” she said softly, bringing her hands up to wipe some of his tears away with her own thumbs.  “It was always your dream, wasn’t it?”

William nodded.  He leaned down slightly to kiss her, even though he knew he’d get lipstick on him and that Aberdeen would have to reapply it for the fourth time before they even left the hotel.  “I know you’ve accomplished so much with your writing and I’ve accomplished so much with hockey but my best accomplishment is you.  Us.  Our family.  The love I have for you.”

Aberdeen nodded her head.  She understood.  She knew.  “Mine too.”

“It’s been fifteen years.  Fifteen years and four kids, Aberdeen.  And still.  Still.  I think about you when I’m not even thinking.”

Aberdeen smiled.  She kissed him once more.  “Jag tänker på dig när jag inte ens tanker.”