Helen Scott DipCHyp, MNCH, MNCP, AccLC
Hypnosis for fertility
Hypnofertility® therapy is a unique hypnotherapy program designed to increase the likelihood of conception either naturally or in combination with medical fertility treatments such as IVF and/or other other complementary therapies.
Hypnosis for fertility has been shown to increase conception by 30% and double the rate of success of IVF treatment.
(Evidence : http://www.conceivethepossibility.com/research and http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3849727.stm)
The mind and body are inextricably linked. You cannot separate the emotional from the physical when it comes to fertility. In the past people viewed difficulties in conceiving as solely a medical problem. Mind and body are interconnected and interdependent. Our thoughts, images, sensations and feelings interact constantly to trigger responses in our bodies, for example stress and anxiety can have a huge impact on reproduction as it is one of our most delicately balanced biological systems.
Hypnosis affects the area of the brain known as the hypothalamus, the neural centre at the base of the brain linked to the pituitary gland which controls the flow of hormones in the body. The hypothalamus is highly sensitive to stress and acts as a bridge between the emotional and physical, turning emotional messages into physical responses that then affect hormone levels.
The HypnoFertility® program addresses stress reduction and increases confidence, instilling a sense of control in clients, which in turn enables them to maximize chances of conceiving naturally and increases the success rate of medically assisted techniques.
The HypnoFertility® program is a mind and body approach to conception which;
- Addresses stress reduction, a primary cause of difficulties.
- Releases emotional and psychological blocks to conception.
- Helps you to change negative emotions such as fears and worries into a positive, empowering mindset.
- Enhances your natural ability to conceive, especially where a diagnosis of unexplained infertility has been received.
- Can help clients work through issues such as PCOS, endometriosis, anovulatory cycles, low quality sperm or low sperm count, poor quality eggs, maleusiophobia or tocophobia (fear of childbirth), vaginismus
- Increases the effectiveness of medical fertility treatments such as IVF, IUI, ICSI, GIFT, including those using donated eggs, sperm or embryos.
- Instils a sense of control and personal empowerment.
- Can help to resolve any issues or psychological blocks related to conception and motherhood. These may stem from experiences in the past, present or even future. Examples include fear, sense of guilt, ambiguity towards motherhood, ambiguity towards life partner, fear of childbirth, issues regarding a previous abortion or previous miscarriages.
- Enhances your ability to hold a pregnancy to term.
- Supports lifestyle changes necessary for optimum health and wellbeing (e.g. weight loss / stopping smoking / exercise).
- Can benefit both male and female parents-to-be.
- Is tailored to each individual couple.
For a discussion in complete confidence or to book an appointment call 0121 308 0244.
"We were desperate to have a child and having previously suffered two miscarriages, Helen helped me to cope with the fear and anxiety of going through another IVF cycle. I found hypnotherapy made the difference and gave me the self-belief and positivity that I needed to maximize my chances of success. I’m convinced that it made the difference and even helped with labour. I’m really glad I had hypnotherapy, everytime I look at my beautiful daughter, I’m grateful."
SG, Wolverhampton
Pregnancy
Hypnotherapy is a safe, non-invasive and wonderfully relaxing treatment to have during pregnancy.
Hypnotherapy in pregnancy can help:-
- To treat symptoms such as morning sickness, high blood pressure, heartburn, sleep problems, restless legs;
- With any lifestyle changes you want to make now you are pregnant, e.g. giving up smoking;
- Overcome any fears you may have about the forthcoming tests and scans e.g. fear of needles, fear of hospitals etc.
- Address stress, anxiety or fears you have about becoming a parent.
"I originally went to see Helen, following recommendations from others, to ask whether she could help me with my fear of blood tests and hospitals as I had found out I was pregnant. The thought of having blood tests and going to hospital really freaked me out due to my past history with hospitals.
Helen was fantastic! She was available straight away and helped me cope with all the tests I received throughout the pregnancy and labour. I was able to be more confident, less frightened and able to deal with the unexpected.
I found Helen to be supportive, friendly and very keen to ensure I was relaxed.
I would highly recommend Helen to anyone who has a fear of some sort! Thank you for everything."
DPD, Birmingham (fear of blood tests & hospitals)
Childbirth
In today’s society, most things you hear, read or see about childbirth tell you that it’s going to hurt, whether it’s articles in the media or well-meaning family and friends sharing their traumatic birth stories.
But there is an alternative – pain is not inevitable.
The pain is caused by fear. Fear during childbirth is the cause of tension within the body and in particular in the uterus, and that tension inhibits the natural birth process, prolonging labour and causing pain.
Hypnosis for childbirth teaches you self-hypnosis techniques that help you to:-
- Experience birth in an atmosphere of calm relaxation;
- Have reduced anxiety and stress;
- Enjoy a shorter labour;
- Have a reduced need for drugs and pain relief;
- Puts you in control of your birth.
Helen Scott
Clinical Hypnotherapist and Life Coach DipCHyp, MNCH, MNCP, AccLC.
Based in Sutton Coldfield, welcoming clients from throughout the Midlands and beyond.
Telephone 0121 308 0244 for a no obligation, confidential chat or alternatively email info@changeyourlife.uk.com
