Check
out additional information for the area of health you are most interested
in. Information in each section: Articles by Jennifer R. Bloome,
copy of current newsletter, Scientific studies, Print resources,
and links to other websites.
Women's
Health
Healing
Mind, Healthy Woman
By Alice D. Domar, Ph.D. and Henry Dreher Using the Mind-Body
Connection to Manage Stress and Take Control of Your Life. Book
describes her work with infertility patients. Dr. Domar has done
extensive research on decreasing stress and depression in infertile
patients with excellent results.
Health
Journeys Belleruth Naparstek's site. She is a guru in the field of
guided imagery. www.healthjourneys.com
The
Wellness Book.
The comprehensive guide to maintaining health and treating stress-related
illness.
By Herbert Benson, M.D. and Eileen M. Stuart, R.N.
Staying
Well with Guided Imagery
By Belleruth Naparstek
The
Power of the Mind to Heal
By Joan and Miroslav Borysenko
Timeless
Healing: The Power and Biology of Belief
By Herbert Benson, M.D.
The
Relaxation Response
By Herbert Benson, M.D.
RitchVision Photography
Beautiful photos that help you find your Place of Peace
International
Childbirth Education Association www.icea.org
Mind
Over Labor
By Carl Jones
Great book with many ideas on how to use the power of mental imagery
to assist with pregnancy, labor, and birth
Natural
Childbirth the Bradley Way
By Susan McCutcheon
This is a great resource even if you are not considering a 100%
natural childbirth. Provides great information about the labor
process, what is normal, what to expect, and medical interventions.
Very empowering book.
Birthing
from Within
By Pam England and Rob Horowitz
Again, a very empowering book. Many different ideas for preparing
for pregnancy, birth, and labor including ideas for pain management.
Again, a very empowering book.
Infertility
INCIID
The International Council on Infertility Information Dissemination www.inciid.org
RESOLVE
The National Infertility Association www.resolve.org
American
Society for Reproductive Medicine www.asrm.org
ONNA
Online community for people trying to conceive www.onna.org
The first mind-body program that helps women and couples to discover and work through emotional and psychological barriers to conception. The book's unique techniques of self-analysis help women and men become conscious about what they need to change their minds and their lives to reclaim their natural fertility, conceive and give birth to a baby.
Also available at Niravi's website, a CD with 2 visualizations for enhancing your fertility: Nature's Ode to Conception and Riding the Wings of the Butterfly
Keep scrolling for a list of National Resources!
What
Can I Do Today
Breathing
Techniques.
When
you watch a baby breath, her whole belly expands and contracts.
As we age, we tend to breathe more from our chest, resulting in
shorter, shallower breaths. As you concentrate on "breathing from
your belly," you will bring more oxygen into your lungs and throughout
your body. You will feel more focused and centered. The beauty
of these techniques is that you can do them anywhere - in the
car, in the middle of a meeting, before a big event. They do not
require any special equipment; you don't even have to close your
eyes once you have learned the techniques.
Diaphragmatic
Breathing and Patterns of Breathing
Place a
hand on your belly, just over your navel. Place your other hand
on your chest. Close your eyes and just notice your breath.
Which hand is moving?
Consciously
try to allow your belly to expand more during your in breath.
As you
breathe in say silently to yourself: I feel my breath coming
in. As you breathe out say silently to yourself: I feel my breath
moving out.
As you
become comfortable with the deep, diaphragmatic breathing, begin
to shift your breathing to different patterns. Begin by breathing
in for a count of 3, out for a count of 6. Then in for a count
of 4, out for a count of 8. Keep moving up the ratios as your
lung capacity expands, always exhaling for twice as long as
you inhale.
The
goal is to be able to take time out during each day to practice
your breathing while keeping ordinary thoughts of the day at bay.
The advantage to using patterned breathing is that your mind has
something specific to focus on, so your thoughts won't wander.
As you become more proficient at "letting go" you will be able
to just switch over to the deep breathing without the patterns.
Meditations
Begin by
practicing diaphragmatic breathing for 5-10 minutes to begin
to relax and release. Imagery is easier when the physical body
is quiet.
Using all
of your senses, begin to let a picture develop in front of your
closed eyes:
Think
of a place that is real or imagined. Let it become alive
before your eyes. What colors do you see, what do your hear,
what does the air feel like on your skin, what aromas are
around you, what does the ground feel like beneath your
feet?
What
is your heart's desire? Begin to picture your life as if
it has already happened. What does that feel like? What
would you be doing today?
Imagine
a beautiful ball of light coming down over your body, entering
your heart, and spreading to all the cells of your body
with the strength of your breath.
Press
Releases
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The Acupuncture and Health Centre specialises in women's reproductive health and fertility enhancement, as well as prenatal and pastnatal care. Our goal is to bring the whole body into balance to promate healthy pregnancies and deliveries.
The Acubalnace Wellness Centre is a Chinese medicine and acupuncture clinic which is solely focused on treating infertility and pregnancy related conditions. They apply both traditional and western proven acupuncture techniques to optimize your reproductive health. They also support couples going through IVF/ICSI to increase their chances of conception.
United States
Arizona
Southwest Center for Oriental Medicine
Dana Price
DOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM
Sherri Taylor L.Ac., Dipl. OM., Dipl. Ac.
4910 N. 44th St., Suite 12 Bldg B
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Specializing in Infertility, Women’s health and diabetes care, we provide individualized treatment plans by compassionate and experienced practitioners that listen to your needs.
We offer several specialties within Acupuncture, each provided by highly trained practitioner. Our specialist in Women’s health works primarily with hormonal imbalance, infertility and pregnancy. Acupuncture is a very important component of our comprehensive holistic fertility program. Our team works closely with your medical team throughout your cycle and we have Acupuncture privileges at many local IVF clinics. Whenever possible we come to your embryo transfer and provide acupuncture prior to the transfer.
Florida
Dr. Ana Young, DOM, AP
Premier Wellness Center
1250 Hallandale Beach Blvd, 2nd Floor
Hallandale, Florida
954-456-0250
and
Family Holistic Health Center and Reproductive Health Associates
7800 SW 57 Ave., Suite 216
South Miami, Florida
305-663-5555 holistichealth@bellsouth.net
We are a Complete, Holistic Infertility (for Couples), and Women’s GYN Health Care Practice. We are the ONLY PRACTICE in Dade and Broward that specializes in Male Pattern Fertility and Performance Issues, as well as Women fertility enhancement.
Nourishing
Women, Inc.
Dr. Leonor Murciano-Luna
7300 SW 62nd Place
South Miami, Fl. 33148
(305) 583-0833
1 S.W. 129th Ave
Suite 205A
Pembroke Pines, Fl. 33029
(954) 355-0101 www.nourishingwomen.com
Dr.
Murciano Luna is affiliated with the S. Florida Institute for
Reproductive Medicine. She offers progressive and ancient therapies
tested through time and modern science, which include Traditional
Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, Therapeutic
Body Work, Aromatherapy, Visualizations and other adjunct therapies.
I offer a safe, nurturing healing environment designed to help my client discover her or his own capacity for healing and balance. I do not promise my clients that I will "fix" them -- they are not broken. I offer them treatment modalities that will help restore balance and harmony to their minds, bodies and spirits, thereby creating optimal conditions for conceiving a child.
Minnesota
Chinese
Acupuncture and Herb Center
Dr. Xiaoyan Hu
7200 France Ave South
Suite 323
Edina, MN 55435
952-830-8107
Dr.
Hu specializes in treating women’s health issues, including
infertility, through acupuncture and herbs
Pennsylvania
Natural Fertility Center of Pennsylvania
Meredith G. Murphy, LicAc, MaAc, DiplAc
144 Ivy Lane
King of Prussia, PA 19406
610-265-1827 acupunctureworks@comcast.net
I offer a safe, nurturing healing environment designed to help my client discover her or his own capacity for healing and balance. I do not promise my clients that I will "fix" them -- they are not broken. I offer them treatment modalities that will help restore balance and harmony to their minds, bodies and spirits, thereby creating optimal conditions for conceiving a child.
Fertility
National
Infertility
Times
Infertility
Times magazine is the only one of it's kind dedicated to those
experiencing infertility. Infertility Times is the creation of
one couple who were touched by infertility and felt a strong desire
to reach out to others with similar experiences. With strong editorial
content and comprehensive coverage of the issues, the magazine
proves to be an excellent resource to help guide couples through
the challenges of infertility. Topics on the editorial calendar
2004 include endometriosis, adoption, PCOS, miscarriage, uterine
fibroids, autoimmunity and much more. For more information or
to subscribe, visit the website www.infertilitytimes.com.
Arizona/National
Alternatives
in Health
Mercedes Williams, N.D.
10304 N. Hayden Road, Suite 2
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 629-8882 www.alternativesinhealth.com
Dr.
Williams has a passion for fertility related issues. She uses
acupuncture, nutrition, botanical medicines, nutritional supplementation,
mind/body counseling, detoxification & education in healthy
living to assist patients in reaching their goals. Dr. Williams
offers care at her clinic in Scottsdale as well as through telephone
consultation.
Southwest Center for Oriental Medicine
Dana Price DOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM
Sherri Taylor L.Ac., Dipl. OM., Dipl. Ac.
4910 N. 44th St., Suite 12 Bldg B
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Specializing in Infertility, Women’s health and diabetes care, we provide individualized treatment plans by compassionate and experienced practitioners that listen to your needs.
Our comprehensive fertility program includes Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Fertility Massage, Mind/Body Medicine and Chiropractic Care. We work closely with several reproductive endocrinologists in and around Los Angeles bringing you the best of both Eastern and Western fertility treatment working together. We are currently developing a study with a local RE on our natural and comfortable technique to increase uterine lining.
Individuals, Couples, Families, & Group Counseling
I have developed a treatment plan for people going through infertility procedures that uses positive imagery and intention. This can help you feel even more empowered, more in control and at peace. I also help people dealing with pregnancy loss by developing personalized rituals and ceremonies. I work with individuals, couples and groups.
Florida
Dr. Ana Young, DOM, AP
Premier Wellness Center
1250 Hallandale Beach Blvd, 2nd Floor
Hallandale, Florida
954-456-0250
and
Family Holistic Health Center and Reproductive Health Associates
7800 SW 57 Ave., Suite 216
South Miami, Florida
305-663-5555 holistichealth@bellsouth.net
We are a Complete, Holistic Infertility (for Couples), and Women’s GYN Health Care Practice. We are the ONLY PRACTICE in Dade and Broward that specializes in Male Pattern Fertility and Performance Issues, as well as Women fertility enhancement.
I offer a safe, nurturing healing environment designed to help my client discover her or his own capacity for healing and balance. I do not promise my clients that I will "fix" them -- they are not broken. I offer them treatment modalities that will help restore balance and harmony to their minds, bodies and spirits, thereby creating optimal conditions for conceiving a child.
Dr.
Lewis is offering a comprehensive three month program which gently
corrects imbalances through acupuncture, therapeutic remedies,
diet, massage, energy balancing, and Mind-Body work. Part of your
work is done at a Spa location in North Carolina while you continue
the program at home in between sessions.
This
program teaches Mind/Body techniques to women/couples for coping
with infertility and for enhancing fertility. Phone consultations are available to those outside of the immediate area.
I offer a safe, nurturing healing environment designed to help my client discover her or his own capacity for healing and balance. I do not promise my clients that I will "fix" them -- they are not broken. I offer them treatment modalities that will help restore balance and harmony to their minds, bodies and spirits, thereby creating optimal conditions for conceiving a child.
The Acupuncture and Health Centre specialises in women's reproductive health and fertility enhancement, as well as prenatal and pastnatal care. Our goal is to bring the whole body into balance to promate healthy pregnancies and deliveries.
The Acubalnace Wellness Centre is a Chinese medicine and acupuncture clinic which is solely focused on treating infertility and pregnancy related conditions. They apply both traditional and western proven acupuncture techniques to optimize your reproductive health. They also support couples going through IVF/ICSI to increase their chances of conception.
Dr. Elliot Berlin is a Prenatal and Postpartum Chiropractor providing care throughout pregnancy for symptom relief and also to optimize the health of the mother and child during the entire nine months. Dr. Berlin is certified in the Webster Technique, utilized for safely and gently allowing breech babies to turn with a very high success rate. Dr. Berlin developed the Uterine Release Technique which allows a baby to engage in the mothers pelvis late in pregnancy stimulating labor to begin and progress smoothly.
Lorie is a Hypnobirthing instructor, Doula and offers private hypnosis sessions. She provides her services to women in Palm Beach and Broward Counties. She is a member of DONA (Doulas of North America), CAPPA (Childbirth and Post-partum Professional Association), The HypnoBirthing Institute and the National Guild of Hypnotist.
Florida
Dr. Ana Young, DOM, AP
Premier Wellness Center
1250 Hallandale Beach Blvd, 2nd Floor
Hallandale, Florida
954-456-0250
and
Family Holistic Health Center and Reproductive Health Associates
7800 SW 57 Ave., Suite 216
South Miami, Florida
305-663-5555 holistichealth@bellsouth.net
We are a holistic collaborative care practice providing services for: Women's health and gynecology Natural Birth OB providers-Birthing from Within Midwifery Homebirth Services Doula/ Birth Coach services Hypnobirth Massage- Pre-natal, post-partum and relaxation Guided Imagery and Meditation EFT- Emotional Freedom Therapy Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Clinical Chinese Herbology
It
is my goal to form a warm, caring relationship with each birthing
family. Above all, the woman should feel completely comfortable
and safe having me accompany her during one of the most intimate
and powerful experiences of her life.
I offer a safe, nurturing healing environment designed to help my client discover her or his own capacity for healing and balance. I do not promise my clients that I will "fix" them -- they are not broken. I offer them treatment modalities that will help restore balance and harmony to their minds, bodies and spirits, thereby creating optimal conditions for conceiving and carrying a child.
I offer a safe, nurturing healing environment designed to help my client discover her or his own capacity for healing and balance. I do not promise my clients that I will "fix" them -- they are not broken. I offer them treatment modalities that will help restore balance and harmony to their minds, bodies and spirits, thereby creating optimal conditions for conceiving and carrying a child.
Women's Health
Southwest Center for Oriental Medicine
Dana Price DOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM
Sherri Taylor L.Ac., Dipl. OM., Dipl. Ac.
4910 N. 44th St., Suite 12 Bldg B
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Specializing in Infertility, Women’s health and diabetes care, we provide individualized treatment plans by compassionate and experienced practitioners that listen to your needs.
Herbal Medicine & Spirit Healing the Wise Woman Way
