Dr. Caleigh Sumner ND
365 Evans Ave M8Z 1K2 Toronto, ON, Canada

Introducing Andrea Glew, RMT . Come book a massage with our incredible Registered Massage Therapist, Andrea Glew! Andrea is an RMT and certified Reiki practitioner. She is here to heal your body and mind along the unpredictable fertility journey. Relax and restore with one of her wonderful treatments. Andrea was born and raised in Waterloo, but has been practicing in Etobicoke for years and has quite the following! She's magic. See for yourself! . Welcome, Andrea! We're gl...ad you're here with us . . . . #massagetherapy #etobicokemassagetherapist #etobicokermt #reikipractitioner #torontofertility #ttccommunity #ttcsupport #ttcjourney #fertilitysupport #fertilityjourney #registeredmassagetherapist See more

SNEAK PEAK . I've been MIA for the last few months because I've been ever so quietly (yet madly) opening my very own naturopathic fertility clinic in Etobicoke. I am so proud to finally share a sneak peak with you! . This space needed A LOT of work (I'll share the renovations in my stories) and it wouldn't have opened without @dmarcelli85. She's the interior designer, online shopper, supply finder, and everything in between. As much as I would like to take credit for how ...it all turned out - I owe it to her! THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart . To my patients: I am humbled to work with you each and every day. Thank you for your loyalty, for following me all over Etobicoke - baby after baby . This is a space for you: your fears, your questions, your tears, and of course all of your joy! . Welcome everyone (stay tuned for more) See more

I'm gradually reopening my clinic for acupuncture appointments ONLY starting Monday June 1st. All other appointments will remain virtual to keep us all as safe as possible. Thank you everyone for your patience thus far, and for your continued patience going forward! . . If you're a current patient, all of the info is in your inbox. If you're a prospective patient, contact me through my website booking. If I missed you in my emails, give me a shout! Acupuncture is going to loo...k a little bit different going forward for your protection . . Let's be safe and responsible while getting that pelvic blood flow moving, shall we?! . . . . . . #ttc #ttctribe #ttccommunity #ttcsupport #ttccommunity #acupuncture #acupuncturelife #acupunctureworks #acupuncturerocks #fertilitynaturopath #fertilitynd #fertilityexpert #fertilityacupuncture #fertilitysupport #fertilityjourney #torontonaturopath #torontoacupuncture See more

Although Indie and I are still working away sewing cloth masks, your frontline workers need the real deal! Ryan Reynolds told me to buy this boring tshirt because 100% of the proceeds go towards supplying PPE for the frontline. Get yours at @conquercovid19ca ! Listen to Ryan! . . . #conquercovid19 #conquercovid #flattenthecurve #frontlineworkers #supportfrontlineworkers

I thought it would be fitting right now to talk about respiratory illness and fertility. Did you know that asthma is associated with delayed female fertility? If you are asthmatic, including allergic asthma, and are experiencing infertility (or it's taking you a long time to get pregnant) this post is for you! . . Asthma is an inflammatory disorder, and the inflammatory effects spread beyond the lungs. It is thought that the inflammation affects the uterus, specifically the ...receptivity of the uterus to an embryo. Women with asthma may have lower levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) which impairs the growth of the endometrium . . The effects of asthma on infertility seem to be most pronounced in women who have current asthma (and require medication) than those with a prior history of asthma only. It does not seem to be associated with the asthma medications themselves (don't stop taking your puffers ladies!) . . There is lots we can do naturally to manage the inflammatory effects of asthma and improve your fertility. Want to learn more? Connect with me! . . . . #asthma #asthmaproblems #asthmasucks #ttc #ttctribe #ttccommunity #ttcsupport #fertility #infertility #naturalfertility #inflammation #fertilitynd #fertilityexpert #fertilitysupport #fertilityjourney See more

A virtual hug in action... . As fertility clinics reopen and IVF cycles restart, I am continuing to offer virtual support...although I really wish I could give you all a real hug! . .... My blog is a hub of all the virtual resources you need when it comes to preparing for IVF and embryo transfers . . You'll find resources on: Foods to eat during IVF and FET Supplements to support you Recipes to try Emotional preparation Explanations on lab tests Questions to ask your REI How to get individualized care I can't list everything! . . Click the link in my bio above and select BLOG to find any/all of these resources. If you're undergoing a medicated cycle, I've got you covered with a virtual hug . . . . #ivfjourney #ivfwarrior #ivftransfer #ivfsupport #ivfgotthis #ivf #ivfsuccess #ivfcommunity #ivficsi #ivfdiet #ivfstrongertogether #ivfstrong #ivfwarriors #ivflife #embryotransfer #fet #embryos #frozenembryotransfer #embryo #ttctribe #ttccommunity #ttcsupport #ttcjourney #ttc See more

It's national infertility awareness week #niaw. The closure of fertility clinics is deeply felt by a widespread community. The uncertain pause on fertility treatments is devastating. I see you. I hear you . . There is no replacement for IVF or IUI treatments. Clinics are closed for cycle monitoring. We have to find ways to bend .... . In the tough discussions I've been having with patients there is always one common thread. Women are looking to reconnect with their bodies and understand their cycle while not on medications. They want ownership of their bodies again . . I've partnered with @ifertracker to write you a FREE guide on natural cycle monitoring. A way for you to understand your cycle without ultrasounds and needles, but with symptoms and BBT . . If this resonates with you the link is in my bio . Get to know yourself again while fertility treatments are on pause. You won't regret it, and then you can pick up where you left off knowing more about yourself . . . . #fertilitytracking #bbtchart #bbt #infertilitysucksyoudont #infertilityawareness #ttctribe #ttccommunity #ttcsupport #ttcjourney #fertilitynaturopath #fertilitynd #fertilityexpert #fertilityfriend #nationalinfertilityawarenessweek See more

We're in business thanks to an extremely generous fabric donation! There are such wonderful people in this world Mask sewing is under way! . . . .... . . #covid #covid_19 #flattenthecurve #plankthecurve #crushthecurve #frontlineworkers #thankyoufrontliners #masks #covidmask #covidmasksewing See more

Can you help? . I'm making washable cloth masks for a long term care home in Mississauga. The facility has limited protective equipment available and cloth masks would allow staff to reuse their surgical masks. Masks are absolutely essential in protecting the health of vulnerable senior residents . I'm dusting off the sewing machine (read: learning how to sew for this very important project) but I'm having trouble finding fabric. Can you help? ... . I'm looking for: - Spare fabric - Unopened cotton linens - Secrets on where to find fabric asap - Other sewers - Words of encouragement! . If you can provide any of the above I would love to hear from you. Let's protect our seniors and the selfless people who care for them Thank you . . . #covid #covid_19 #covidkindness #covid19 #plankthecurve #flattenthecurve #crushthecurve #frontlineworkers #mississauga #mask #clothmasks See more

Your friendly neighborhood Naturopathic Doctors are continuing to stay home to #flattenthecurve. We ask that you please do the same We know you've made big sacrifices. We know it has been a long time since life was normal. We also know that our community is still battling COVID. We need you to continue to #stayhome . . Thank you to everyone doing their invididual part to keep us all safe during this time . We NDs are here for you virtually! .... . . . #covid_19 #covid #covidkindness #covid #plankthecurve #thankyoufrontliners #torontonaturopath #naturopathicmedicine @drlaurand @drve.nd @kaleighgawn @drmallorynd @drmckenzienisbet @meganbouchernd @themotherdoctor @abaton_integrative_medicine See more

We've made it through #endometriosisawarenessmonth. Thank you for sticking with me until the end, I know that we have many more things weighing on our minds now that are not endometriosis and I'd like to talk about those things too . . Hopefully we've been able to spread the truth that endo is a lot more than just a "bad period". This is why I've named my (((Virtual Endometriosis Program: "IT'S NOT JUST PERIOD PAIN))) .... . My program is not like other programs: It's not a one-size fits all approach It's not self-guided webinars It's just me and you in real time Endometriosis doesn't respond to treatment for the masses. Endometriosis hardly responds to anything! (This we know) . . My program is one-on-one. We address the topics that I've covered over the last month as a guide, but the treatment you receive is for you only. You're unique. Your treatment should be too. You should not be dismissed. You should be heard. . . I want to work with you. I want to listen to what you know about yourself. If you want to work with me, send me a DM. Check out my website. All appointments are virtual. Give me 3 months. . . Even though endo month has come to an end, I will always be your #endosister. Thank you . . . #endowarrior #endometriosissupport #endometriosis #endometriosiswarrior #endometriosisawareness #endometriosisuk #endosucks #endometriosissucks #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosissurgery #endometriosisdiet #endo #endometriosispain #endometriosisisreal #torontonaturopath #endosister #endowhat

This is Indie. He's closed his business doors in order to help support our community. It has been hard, but that's okay because we can all do hard things . . Wishing you all a smile on even your hardest days .... . . #dogswithjobs #flattenthecurve #stayhome #covid_19 See more

It's here. We're talking about evidence based naturopathic treatment options for endometriosis . . I don't mean to offend anyone by this post. Essential oils are cool. Lavender is very well researched for anxiety, but not for endometriosis. Celery juice is fine if you love celery, but it has no evidence for treating endometriosis. Don't even get me started on the marketing of random ketogenic products! We're all in this together and I want to share with you the evidence ba...sed treatments that I use in practice....with success. . . The best way for me to breakdown A FEW naturopathic treatment options for endo is to give you some example presentations. We'll be discussing 3 examples of endo and some treatment options for each . . This is by no means a comprehensive representation of everything available for endo, it's just the tip of the iceberg! It also over simplifies endo, as not all women will fit into the 3 categories. Endo is a complicated and unique condition and requires an individualized approach. You'll get that if you work with me, not from insta videos . . Stay tuned over the next week! . . . #endowarrior #endometriosissupport #endometriosis #endometriosiswarrior #endometriosisawareness #endometriosisuk #endosucks #endometriosissucks #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosissurgery #endometriosisdiet #endo #endometriosispain #endometriosisisreal #torontonaturopath #endosister #endowhat See more

TEMPORARY CLINIC CLOSURE . All current patients have received the details via email. Indie and I will only be seeing patients virtually (I know this deeply affects acupuncture patients) . These are trying times for all of us and this decision was made with careful consideration of the greater good. We are all responsible for the health and well-being of our community. ... . Thank you a million times over to the incredible frontline medical workers who are working tirelessly for all of us. All we have to do is self-isolate and stay calm. It's not a lot to ask and I have been doing as such. . If you have questions about fertility, anxiety, or immune support please send me a message. I'm always here for a virtual hug and a deep breath See more

It's less invasive than diagnostic laparoscopy and gives you ACTUAL answers instead of guessing. It's simple and cheap blood work! The right testing can guide your diagnosis and make your treatment more effective . . Why am I still talking about endometriosis during a PANDEMIC you might ask? Because why not. We all still have endo, and don't we all need a little break from the COVID-19 media frenzy? But seriously, #staythefuckhome people. This is no joke. It's the only thing... that will make a difference right now . . Anywaysssss, if your endo plan hasn't involved these blood tests, you probably aren't getting to the place you could be. I'm talking about it tonight . . . #endowarrior #endometriosissupport #endometriosis #endometriosiswarrior #endometriosisawareness #endometriosisuk #endosucks #endometriosissucks #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosissurgery #endometriosisdiet #endo #endometriosispain #endometriosisisreal #torontonaturopath #endosister #endowhat See more

Spoiler Alert it'ssssssss BIRTH CONTROL! . . Birth control (any combination form of synthetic estrogen and progesterone: pill, patch, ring, IUD etc.) is THE most common conventional treatment option for endometriosis. It's also the most common treatment option for ANYTHING female related. If you identify as female, you've probably learned that it's the go- to recommendation for any health concern you have ever had in your life.... .... . Here's the thing: birth control can be a really GOOD thing (even beyond the magic of preventing pregnancy), it can also be a really BAD thing. Eloquent statement I know, I have a way with words. I'll explain it all in my next story . . We are talking all about the pros and cons of hormonal contraceptives! This one isn't just for those with endo, it's for anyone using or considering the use of birth control. Stay tuned . . . #endowarrior #endometriosissupport #endometriosis #endometriosiswarrior #endometriosisawareness #endometriosisuk #endosucks #endometriosissucks #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosissurgery #endometriosisdiet #endo #endometriosispain #endometriosisisreal #torontonaturopath #endosister #endowhat