ONLINE CONSULTATIONS
The trying to conceive world can be daunting at times, trying to understand the science of it all can be quite frustrating at times.
Whether you’ve just decided to try to conceive, and you are looking for additional information, or wondering what tests you need to have carried out, or indeed if you’re embarking on fertility treatment. We can work together by carrying out a detailed assessment online on your history to date and in turn I can offer advice on next steps, diet, nutrition and devise a treatment plan for both you and your partner.
Having run a successful mind body fertility programme in one of Irelands leading fertility clinics for many years, I’m all too aware of what is important for clients when starting out, be it naturally or embarking on an IVF journey. Having a detailed and individualised treatment plan can be life changing. This can help keep you focused
and confident that you’re on the right path to enhancing your chances of falling pregnant and maintaining your pregnancy.
FERTILITY ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture as a treatment for fertility shows great results both in men and women. Acupuncture can be used alone or alongside western medical fertility treatments and optimize overall health to improve chances of conceiving.
Fertility Acupuncture can help with the following conditions:
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Endometriosis
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Adenomyosis
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Polycystic Ovarian syndrome
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Miscarriage
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Recurrent miscarriage
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Hormonal imbalance
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Irregular menstruation
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Reduce side effects of fertility medications
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Immunology issues
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Male fertility factor
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Improve blood flow to ovaries and uterus
PREGNANCY ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture can be used to assist with a range of pregnancy related conditions, offering women an alternative to taking medication. Acupuncture may also be used for the discomfort often regarded as part of a ‘normal’ pregnancy that just has to be endured.
The following list details the conditions that acupuncture has been used for:
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Miscarriage
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Threatened miscarriage
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Early pregnancy supportive care
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Nausea and vomiting
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Constipation and haemorrhoids
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Varicose veins and vulval varicosities
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Headaches and migraines
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Musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, pelvic and hip pain
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Fatigue and exhaustion
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Anxiety and depression
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Itching in pregnancy
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Hypertension disorders including Pregnancy-induced hypertension
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Gestational diabeties
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Breech and posterior positioned babies
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Preparation for a medical Induction
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Prebirth acupuncture to prepare the body for an efficient labour
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Acupressure taught to support people to use for pain relief during labour
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Postpartum recovery
FERTILITY AND MATERNITY REFLEXOLOGY
Reflexology is a non-invasive holistic treatment. It is based on the belief that there are reflex zones in the feet and hands which correspond to all organs and systems
of the body, the whole body being mapped out on the feet.
Illness, injury or stress can create imbalance in your body affecting vital energy channels, which may become congested or blocked, thus impacting on your overall health. Reflexology works on an individual basis and may alleviate and improve symptoms when trying to conceive or during your pregnancy such as:
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Reducing stress
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Promoting relaxation
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Increasing vitality
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Eliminating toxins
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Improving circulation
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Reducing pain levels
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Restoring and maintain the body's natural equilibrium.
MOXIBUSTION
Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy in which dried plant materials called 'moxa' are burned on or very near the surface of the skin. The intention is to warm and invigorate the flow of Qi in the body and dispel certain pathogenic influences.
Moxa is usually made from the dried leafy material of Chinese mugwort (Artemesia argyi or A.vlugaris).
Benefits of Moxibustion:
Fertility
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Improves uterine lining
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Improves blood flow to the uterus and ovaries
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Improves digestion
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Provides warmth and movement to mature the egg and complete ovulation
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Relaxes the uterus for implantation
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Supports release of progesterone
Pregnancy
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Strengthens the uterus to hold the embryo
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Improves blood flow to the uterus to nourish the developing foetus
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Improves digestion
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Stops spotting
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Turns breech baby
CUPPING
Cupping is a therapy used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to remove stagnation and stimulate the flow of qi (chi). Qi is the free flow of vital energy
circulating through the body and the world around us, if the qi is disrupted or disturbed, it can create stagnation (blockages) or imbalances in the body.
The cupping treatment process is carried out by heating up glass cups and placing them on the skin. The cups are placed along the meridians in the body, which function like an energy highway. Life energy, or Qi, flows along these meridians to help maintain balance within the body. It is often used in conjunction with Acupuncture.
Benefits of Cupping & Acupuncture:
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Restore balance to the body by stimulating the smooth flow of Qi
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Reduce stress
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Restore hormonal balance
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Relax muscle tension
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Induce ovulation
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Regulate menstruation
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Improve sperm quality
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Increase probability of IVF success