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Naturopathy

10 Ways to Treat PCOS Infertility Naturally

by Iva Keene

PCOS infertility is the most common cause of infertility today. In this article youll learn what is PCOS and how you can treat PCOS infertility naturally.

PCOS: What is it?

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome aka Polycystic Ovarian Disease manifests in multiple cysts covering the ovaries, filled with immature follicles (eggs) accompanied by hormonal abnormalities and irregularities in ovulation and menstruation. This is a metabolic condition associated with insulin resistance and glucose intolerance.

Common Pregnant Complaints -- and How to Fix Them!

by Joyce Moxley Thomas, MHA, CPM
Certified Professional Midwife, Licensed by the California Medical Board
Co-owner, AquaNatal Birth Center, Chino, CA

Leg Cramps, Swelling, Varicose Veins and Hemorrhoids

Getting Pregnant Naturally!

by Joyce Moxley Thomas, MHA, CPM, LM
Mother of 4, Grandmother of Moira Elisabeth, Midwife to Many!

Getting pregnant is easy for some, hard for others, and unexpected for quite a few! Luckily before you get pregnant is probably the best time to start preparing for your baby.

Make your own Baby Wipes!

by Megumi Burr
Compassion Tree Mama Care Services
http://megumiburr.com

If you like making things, you'll enjoy this easy baby wipes recipe.
Homemade wipes cost less than storebought wipes, and you get to choose the ingredients touching that sweet little bum.

You'll need:

Quinoa Soup a Secret from the Andes for Breastfeeding Moms

I'd like to share with you an easy to make, protein rich Quinoa Soup recipe.
As soon as my son Juan Martin was born, my mom took care of my diet and Quinoa soup was very important to help me have a good supply of milk.
Quinoa is a grain that contains 16 to 20 percent protein, it's rich in minerals and is a powerful stimulant of the flow of milk.

This recipe is easy to do and you and your kids will love it, very appropriate for this time of the year as well.

Cristina’s Mom yummy Quinoa Soup

Soak Quinoa for around 8 hours or rinse it several times to remove bitter flavor

Ingredients

Lanolin and Breast Feeding. Bahhhd!

by Dr. Michele Brown
OBGYN and Founder of Beauté de Maman
http://www.beautedemaman.com

As you may know, most breast feeding women are sent home from the hospital, after giving birth, with a lanolin-based product to help relieve their sore, chapped nipples. As a physician and OBGYN, I am very concerned about this and want to send you this warning about lanolin based products.

The first thing you need to know is that pesticides have not one, BUT TWO, ways of getting into lanolin-based nipple gels and creams. It all begins with sheep—as lanolin comes from the sebaceous glands of these animals.

Age and Reproduction

by Jan Roberts B.Pharm (Hons) Dip. Clinical Nutrition

The media constantly reminds women (in particular) that child-bearing at an “older” age means greatly increased chances of infertility and other problems. Since many women will continue to focus on careers before babies, may take a long time to find their partner and also probable that a significant percentage of couples will embark on parenthood in a second marriage, the benefits of preconception health care must be promoted ahead of instilling fear into older prospective parents.

Natural Birth: Flower Essence for Childbirth Support

Nicole A. Tucker
Whole Creations, LLC

Flower essences are made by infusing flowers or other plant parts in spring water. The essences are used internally or topically to balance emotional states. They bring a subtle and gentle adjustment in one's attitude and responses.

One's feelings, perception, and outlook about a situation, themselves and others can be effortlessly reversed to positive. Flower Essences go to the heart of the emotional upset, whatever they may be.

 

The following are suitable during childbirth:
Rock Rose: in acute or immediate stages of fear, it addresses states of panic which can be caused by frightening experiences, or stimulated by memories and hormonal changes.

About Naturopathy

What is Naturopathy?

Naturopathy is a form of medicine that relies on nature for its remedies and the body’s innate wisdom to heal itself. As a holistic medicine, it focuses on the person’s physical, mental and spiritual health in order to treat and prevent illness. Oftentimes, a naturopath will empower their patients to make lifestyle changes, and educate them on how to do so in the best of their health.