yoga for fertility
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Are you struggling to get pregnant? Do you feel stressed, anxious and confused about what step to take next? Would you like to prepare your mind and body for conception and motherhood? Do you believe that your body has let you down? Is your monthly menstrual cycle like an emotional roller coaster? Yoga for Fertility is a tool to heal your mind and body. It is an opportunity to stop the chaos as you realize you no longer need to desperately seek answers. Yoga provides an opportunity to look within your Self for guidance. The answers you find will guide you on the path you are meant to take. Through, yoga, meditation and self-nurturing you will discover ways to relieve stress, let go of negative thinking and nourish your reproductive well-being. You will find a renewed sense of control over your life situation and the ability to make meaning of your own fertility journey. All I know for sure is that in practicing Yoga for Fertility, miracles happen. Miracles, that on a human level, I can’t even begin to find words for. "You can be a Mother! I believe in you! I will hold faith for you until you believe it as deeply as I do. I will help you find meaning in your fertility journey. In finding meaning you will find peace and in finding peace, Anything is possible "
You can now experience Sue Dumais' voice guided Yoga for Fertility audio classes and create a fertility yoga practice in your own home using Sue's Feritility Yoga & Meditation Kit
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Current Research: The Impact of Stress on Fertility Yoga for Fertility International
................................................................................... Current Research: The Impact of Stress on Fertility According to Psychologist Alice Domar, the director for the Mind-Body Center for Women at Boston IVF, her research suggests that stress and the psychological symptoms associated with infertility are similar to those associated with other serious medical conditions. Domar’s research also suggests that mind-body techniques that elicit a relaxation response such as meditation and yoga can reduce stress and increase a couple’s chance of conceiving. · Recent research has shown that for many women infertility can create levels of anxiety and depression equivalent to women with cancer, HIV status or heart disease.
get pregnant according to studies done by Alice Domar, author of Conquering Infertility.
changes, loss of a loved one, college stresses, dieting and excess training, have all been associated with menstrual cycle disturbances, increased cortisol levels, and decrease in reproductive functioning.
Fertilization (IVF) according to several studies. In one study women with symptoms of emotional distress were half as likely to conceive as those who were not depressed.
ovulation progesterone thereby effecting egg quality and successful implantation How Yoga for Fertility & Mind Body techniques can help:
· In one study patients participating in a Mind-Body program had a pregnancy rate of 55% after one year compared to 20% for the control group · In four published studies on several hundred women who had been infertile for 3.5 years, 42 percent conceived within six months of completing the Mind - Body program and there were significant decreases in feeling of depression, anxiety and anger. The stress and anxiety related to fertility challenges can affect a couple very deeply. The good news is that there is support available. Yoga for Fertility and Mind Body techniques help reduce stress, enable you to regain some sense of control and release pent up emotions. Couples that participate in Yoga for Fertility classes become calmer and clearer about their fertility and the decisions they face. Their journey becomes more manageable. They learn to be more accepting, trusting and joyful. References: 1. Domar, A., Clapp, D., Slawsby, E., Dusek, J., Kessel, B., Freizinger, M (2000) Impact of group psychological interventions on pregnancy rates in infertile women. Fertility and Sterility Vol. 73, no.4 April 2. Domar, A., Zuttermeister, P., Friedman, R (1999) Distress and Conception in Infertile Women: A complementary approach. Journal of the American Medical Women's Association. Vol. 54, No.4 3. Demyttenaere K, Bonte L, Gheldof M, Veraeke M, Meuleman C, Vanderschuerem D, et al. (1998) Coping style and depression level influence outcome in vitro fertilization. Fertility and Sterility. 69:1026-1033 4. Domar, A (1996) Stress and Infertility in Women: Is there a relationship? Division of Behavioural Medicine, Deaconess Hospital Mind/Body Institute, Harvard Medical School. Psychotherapy in Practice 2/2:17-27 5. Domar, A., Zuttermeister, P., Friedman, R (1993) The Psychological impact of infertility: a comparison with patients with other medical conditions Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetric Gynaecology. 14 Special issue 45-52 6. Wasser, S., Sewal, G., & Soules, M. (1993) Psychosocial stress as a cause of infertility. Fertility & Sterility, 59, 685-689 7. Domar, A., Seibel, M., & Benson, H (1990) The Mind/Body Program for Infertility: A new treatment program for women with infertility. Fertility and Sterility, 53, 246-249 8. Pennebaker, J., Kiecolt-Glasser, J & Glasser, R. (1987) Disclosure of traumas and immune function. Health implications for psychotherapy. Journal of consulting and Clinical Psychology, 56, 239-245 ................................................................................... “Sue, you've been a true blessing to me. I wrote a poem recently and want to share it with you. I need to find that peaceful place To feel the sunshine on my face Where leaves fall gently at my feet And with eyes closed, our spirits meet I've climbed this mountain times before But never have I felt you more Your presence is like warmth and peace A blissful silence for release The air is cool against my skin Eyes open now, I breathe it in That peaceful place, I love to be That space where you are here with me. "As I embark on the next leg of my fertility journey, I can’t help but reflect on how far I’ve come over the last 3 years, particularly the last 6 months. I know this is due in no small part to the warm and caring environment you’ve created with Family Passages. When I first came to your studio I felt so incredibly alone but I quickly learned just how far from the truth that was. To be in the presence of other women who truly understand the heartache associated with infertility was a true gift and it gave me such strength when I needed it most. Through many tears and much laughter, you have helped me to accept, to be playful and above all, to believe. And for this, I am truly grateful. Thank you!" K.H. “I just wanted to inform you that I've delivered two healthy boys on Sept. 17th! I really wanted to say that when I got pregnant last January, I believe the yoga for fertility really had a lot to do with my success in getting pregnant. I had attended the Fall sessions, and was really working on getting my mind and body in shape for conception. By Christmas, I had a strong feeling whenever I did the visualizations in Sue's classes that I was ready to conceive. I just felt that it was time. And it happened! (We were trying for #2, but were blessed with #3 as well!!! It was a BIG surprise!). So, just wanted to say "Thank you" for the classes and good luck to everyone!” I.W. ................................................................................... Yoga for Fertility International Family Passages Yoga for Fertility audio classes are now available. You can now experience Sue Dumais' voice guided classes in the comfort of your own home. Click here for more information. Sue Dumais recognizes the need for more support for women and couples all over the world so she has created the following courses: Yoga for Fertility Instructor Training Fitness Fertility Specialist Certification These courses are the 1st of their kind in the world. Sue has been teaching courses to instructors across Canada and will be offering these courses internationally so more women have access to the benefits of a soul mind body approach to yoga and fitness for fertility. If you would like to host one of these workshops in your area please contact us. Sue's passion to increase awareness about fertility and help couples all over the world is contagious! If you know someone that would be interested in these courses please pass on this information. Looking for a Yoga for Fertility Class in your area? Visit my new website at www.yogaforfertilityresources.com
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