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The pre-conception or pre-pregnancy program is about creating a healthy family and giving your new child the best chance it has in life. The program is for BOTH parents, as the health of both eggs and sperm is important.
All Saraband Health programs are tailored to the individual, and therefore costs, number of visits and the exact program will differ each time.
Why have a pre-conception program?
* to increase your chances of having the healthiest baby you can
* to improve your own health so that you can cope with the challenges - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual - that a new baby can bring
* to work through any emotional issues either singly or as a couple that you may have around parenting,- such as fear, abuse issues, relationship problems or anything that comes up
* to make sure that you do not have nutritional deficiencies (such as a lack of folate, magnesium, iron, B12, iodine and other nutrients) which may increase the chances of birth defects
* to reduce the incidence of atopy (eczema and asthma) if this is a problem in your family
How long does the program run?
For 3-6 months, or longer if possible, depending on circumstances.
What happens in the program?
Firstly, full case histories are taken for both parents to find any particular problems such as nutrient deficiencies, allergies, medical problems. A blood test is needed, and you will be referred to your doctor. This is where Patrice really gets to know you well. Together we decide on a strategy to go forward.
Cessation of smoking, alcohol and recreational drugs is important, as every cigarette and every drink negatively affects the pregnancy. Instead of seeing this as horrifying, try to change your thinking to see it is a wonderful opportunity to improve your health so you can be fully present for your child in full health.
Tests such as hair mineral analysis can show if there are toxic metals such as lead, mercury, cadmium and other anti-nutrients in your body. Over 3-6 months we can gently detox these toxins so that they are not transferred to the baby. In all pregnancies, what is in the mother's body is shared with the foetus, and this includes toxins as well as nutrients.
Dietary and lifestyle advice will be given, depending on your circumstances. All attempts are made to fit in with your budget, tastes and lifestyle, but to get the best from the program, you will probably need to make changes. Having a child is a massive change in your life, so it's time to get used to that concept!
Do you have old issues that you need to deal with? If there's tension now in your relationship, don't depend on a child to deal with it. Best to iron that out now so you can both give your new baby the full love from an open heart. Rebirthing/ breathwork or other therapies can be used to really work through any problems in a safe and supported environment. This can be done together, or singly.
The cost of the program will be worked out with each family, depending on what is needed. |
