Dr. Marissa Gaucher, ND

THYROID + FERTILITY | Sometimes fertility conversations start with cycles, ovulation, and hormones, but the thyroid deserves a seat at the table too.

Thyroid function can influence cycle regularity, ovulation, energy, temperature regulation, and how supported the body feels heading into conception. If you have been told everything looks fine but still feel like something is off, this is one of the areas I may want to investigate more closely.

Hypothyroidism and thyroiditis can both affect the bigger fertility picture, which is why thyroid testing and health history can be an important part of a naturopathic fertility workup in BC. If you are looking for more information on common fertility concerns, visit my website.

JAWLINE FILLER | Before treating this area, I am looking at your facial structure, chin projection, bite and masseter strength, soft tissue support, skin laxity, neck anatomy, and how the jawline connects to the rest of the face. Jawline filler is not just placed along the edge of the jaw and called a day. For this patient, we used one syringe, or 1.2 mL, of Revanesse® Contour along each jawline. The goal was to support the lower face and create more definition while still keeping the result balanced and natural. Not everyone is a good candidate for jawline filler. Sometimes the better plan is chin support, cheek support, neuromodulators, biostimulators, skin tightening, or no treatment at all. That is why consultation matters. If you are considering jawline filler, the first step is not deciding how much filler you want. It is understanding what is actually creating the concern, and whether filler is the right tool for your anatomy.

JULY CLINICAL DAYS | This month you'll find me in Kamloops, Kelowna, Vernon, and Lake Country, with virtual fertility support available any day. Save this post so you can check the date that works best for you, or send it to a friend who has been asking where to book.

July 15, 22 + 29 — Beautiful U Kamloops Premier Medi-Spa in Kamloops, BC
July 16 — Odette's Skin Laser Wellness Clinic in Kelowna, BC
July 14 — The Sanctuary Botox in Vernon, BC
July 23 — Body Bar Kelowna in Kelowna, BC
July 24 — Odette's Skin Laser Wellness Clinic in Lake Country, BC
July 30 — Kelowna Laser Spa in Kelowna, BC
July 31 — Merle Norman Kelowna in Kelowna, BC
Any day — Virtual Fertility Support

WHEN MOST PEOPLE THINK FILLER, THEY THINK LIPS | But the cheeks are one of my favourite areas to treat because of how much support they can give the rest of the face. The midface acts like scaffolding. As we lose volume and support through the cheek fat pads and along the cheekbone, shadows can become more noticeable under the eyes, around the smile lines, and through the lower face. Restoring support in the right areas so the face reflects light differently. For this patient, we used one syringe (1.2 ml)of Revanesse® Ultra in each cheek. Questions about mid-face rejuvenation with dermal filler?
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The Sanctuary Botox

Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS) is now known as Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). Will that name change matter to the 170 million women diagnosed—and the 70 % who are undiagnosed? Maybe not, but the research behind it does. If you’re facing fertility struggles, I hope you’ll take the time to read my latest guide on my website. Education is powerful for gaining hope and clarity when everything else feels uncertain. If you could share it with the women in your life, I’d really appreciate it. Let’s get this information out there and help more women on their path to fertility and comfort.