Alternative Therapies
Reiki can be given in person or sent over distances. The usual reiki appointment is for 60 to 90 minutes. It is completely noninvasive and safe.
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There are herbs which can help with fertility, with toning the uterus and with labor and postpartum. Always consult a qualified herbalist or midwife who is well-versed in the dosages of herbs. Just because this is plant medicine doesn't mean it can't be overdosed. There are different schools of herbal medicine. Western herbalism is very prevalent in most Westernized countries, but Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurvedic medicine are catching on. TCM has a fairly good track record of helping with fertility problems and conception. It takes awhile to work, but it balances the body so there are no barriers to conceiving. CHIROPRACTIC CARE Chiropractors work on the theory that all ailments are expressed due to subluxations of the spine. By straightening these problems and getting the spine into alignment, the body can relieve itself of the presenting problems. Chiropractors can help with many of the discomforts of pregnancy. Be sure to find a practitioner who is trained in working with pregnant women. Close to term, if you are sore or if you have a breech baby, seek out a chiropractor trained in the Webster technique. This technique not only aligns your pelvis and makes you feel great afterwards, but it can turn many breech babies to the head down position.
Find Chiropractors Near You Who Do the Webster Technique HYPNOTHERAPY Hypnosis can be used in many different ways during pregnancy and childbirth. During pregnancy, hypnosis can be combined with holistic healing counseling to build up your confidence and to help you alleviate fear of childbirth or pain. A typical session will start with a discussion with the therapist about your particular issues. Hypnosis is introduced with a simple relaxation session to get you used to relaxing into a light trance state. During hypnosis, you are in control at all times. No therapist can make you do anything you don't want to do, nor can they give you suggestions that run against your nature. All hypnosis does is help your subconscious mind become receptive to suggestions that will help you overcome the issue that is troubling you, whether that is stopping smoking, building your self-esteem or facing your fears of labor pains. Working with a hypnotherapist, you can get a custom-designed approach to your issue. If you had a traumatic birth in the past, hypnotherapy can also help you face this issue and come to terms with it in preparation for your upcoming birth. For those who believe in reincarnation, some hypnotherapists also provide past life therapy that may help you come to terms with issues you are facing so you can let them go and overcome them in this lifetime. Many women use a form of hypnotherapy during labor commonly marketed as HypnoBabies or HypnoBirthing. Any hypnotherapist can design a custom program to address the issues you want to deal with for labor. The women who use this form of pain control in labor often report a peaceful, stress-free labor and birth. It takes some practice before labor begins, so you teach yourself to respond to the relaxation suggestions. Those who spend the time to do so have good results during labor.
EFT Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) uses the pressure points of acupressure to release emotional baggage. Affirmations are made repeatedly as a pattern of acupressure points are tapped. This method has been used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder and many other issues. The most amazing part is that healing seems to take place almost instantaneously. The technique is easy enough for the client to learn the basics so they can use it again if needed for issues that need more work.
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