Mind Body Programmes for Fertility
What are they ? – Mind Body programmes for fertility are a series of individual therapy sessions working with a woman and her partner to learn how to enhance fertility and conception. This is an opportunity to learn relaxation techniques, and explore the issues that sometimes prevent pregnancy, and enhance their chances for the pregnancy they desire.
Why “Mind Body” ? – Research in behavioural medicine discusses the interconnectedness between the mind and body — that it exists and acts as a unified system, and how the mind and body interaction influences health.
The fields of psycho-neuro-immunology, neuroscience and quantum physics are currently investigating further about how the brain and immune system continuously signal each other. The resulting release of hormones and chemicals either maintain health or cause physical dysfunction including illness. (See results of scientific research programmes showing that Mind Body work will enhance the chance of conception and pregnancy significantly).
How do these programmes work ? – Therapy sessions are tailored for each client, based on the individual needs of the families. The initial session helps to identify the areas of concern and what the clients really want and believe is possible for them. A care-plan is established based on the identified factors.
Mind Body techniques empower men and women to feel confident, successful and hopeful. Three factors contribute to this success: a willingness to explore their whole person; a desire to discuss and understand the process; and the commitment to action, taking personal responsibility for changes required in how they think, feel and behave.
What about fertility ? – A very real concern for many people is the inability to conceive a baby. Each year, many New Zealand couples pursue treatment for “infertility”. Most consult conventional doctors, an infertility work-up is conducted … and depending on diagnosis, drugs or high-tech procedures such as IVF are recommended.
Great strides have been made recently in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). A range of medical options are available. However, despite the progress that has been made in the treatment of “infertility”, the success rate for those who undergo high-tech procedures is currently about 20%.
Conception possibilities are increased for you significantly when working with a skilled Mind Body practitioner, following the guidelines of a well structured programme. It also enhances overall health and wellbeing.
So what happens for us ? – Well, if you have made the emotional, physical and financial commitment to conceive a child, then you deserve the highest possible chance of success.
Mind Body Fertility programmes are especially helpful for families that are dealing with “unexplained infertility”. This includes secondary infertility and habitual miscarriage. Learning techniques of relaxation and self-awareness provides families with insights about their unique situations, and frequently different levels of healing take place.
The tools and techniques used and learnt can reduce stress, increase confidence and instil a sense of control and hope. This in turn will enable you to maximize your chances of conceiving naturally and/or increase the success of medical assistance.
Would you like to know more?
Read results of scientific research – client testimonials – or please contact us.
Recommended reading and related websites:
See our Articles page, Jeannine’s article published in “Pathways”, the magazine of Fertility NZ, Volume 2, 2007.
“It’s Conceivable! – Hypnosis for Fertility” - Lynsi Eastburn, BCH
“Conquering Infertility” – Alice Domar
“The Whole Person Fertility Programme” – Niravi Payne
“The Mind-Body Fertility Connection” – James Schwartz
“Spirit Babies” – Walter Makichen
Niravi Payne – www.niravi.com
Dr. Alice Domar – www.domarcentre.com
Dr. Christiane Northrup – www.drnorthrup.com
Dr. Elizabeth Muir – www.elizabethmuirsclinic.com
Dr. Gayle Peterson – www.askdrgayle.com
James Schwartz – www.rmhypnotherapy.com
Lynsi Eastburn – www.hypnofertility.com
