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Going through an infertility journey is one of the most challenging things you will face as a couple.
From trying to conceive on your own, to multiple failed cycles at a fertility clinic, now you are being told that you need to do IVF.
Nervous or scared to be starting IVF
Wishing you were more in control
Overwhelmed with all of the information
You are likely feeling:
Based on the work I have done with hundreds of couples going through IVF, I was compelled to create The IVF Personalized Preparation Plan.
This intensive one-on-one session enables us to take a deep dive investigation to uncover what personalized tools you need to help improve your chances of IVF success.
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CASE REVIEW
I will go through all of your previous reports, ultrasound and blood work results, medicated cycles, and more to get the information needed for a thorough deep dive investigation.
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INTENSIVE ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
We will sit down together for a 4-hour consultation to discuss everything related to your case including your overall health and lifestyle factors.
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A STEP-BY-STEP PLAN
Using all of the information gathered during our session and evidence-based medicine, I will create your personalized plan to help optimize your IVF outcome.
How will we build your plan?
What makes this IVF Preparation Plan so unique?
This half-day session gives us significantly more time to really focus and take a deep dive into your case. Using all of the information we have helps facilitate a more in-depth investigation that is then used to create your personalized plan.
You get an intimate one one-on-one 4-hour session with me where you can ask it all, and leave feeling confident and prepared. No need for multiple appointments or needing to wait in between appointments to continue moving ahead with your plan.
Using evidence-based medicine, a step-by-step plan is created that outlines everything you need to be set up for success!
Imagine what it would feel like to:
Know exactly what supplements are best for you
Feel confident with your diet choices including how much alcohol and caffeine is ok
Have someone answer all your IVF questions
Be given all of the tools you need to feel prepared for your IVF journey
What your plan includes:
An outline of supplements to support every part of your IVF journey
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A complete guideline of dietary recommendations best suited to you.
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A step by step guide of what lifestyle modifications help optimize your IVF journey
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Practical resources that you will use throughout your IVF journey
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1499
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Why work with me?
I have worked with hundreds of couples trying to build their families for over 20 years, so I truly understand what you are going through. The IVF journey can be so difficult to navigate mentally, emotionally, and physically. Feeling like you are not getting the right support leaves you feeling frustrated, lost, and defeated.
To best prepare you for IVF, I will provide you with the most up-to-date evidence-based advice when creating your personalized step-by- step plan. Using this plan before and during your IVF journey will leave you feeling more confident, empowered, and in control of your journey.
My Credentials
Honors Bachelor of Science (Biology/Psychology)
Naturopathic Doctor (2002 graduate)
Member of:
College of Naturopaths of Ontario
Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors
Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors
​Canadian Fertility Andrology Society
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FAQs
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I will be undergoing IVF. When should I start acupuncture and how often should I receive treatment?Ideally, it is recommended that you start acupuncture treatments at least 1-3 months prior to the commencement of the IVF cycle. Acupuncture is done initially to support the egg retrieval part of the cycle. This treatment brings blood flow to the reproductive organs and helps support ovarian function to stimulate and grow as many follicles/eggs as possible. After egg retrieval, acupuncture is used to prepare for the embryo transfer. This phase supports thickening of the uterine lining to help optimize implantation of the embryo. Acupuncture provides a great benefit for both aspects of the IVF cycle as well as helping keep stress levels down as this is to be a very stressful time.
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My IVF cycle has already started. Is it too late to start acupuncture?It is never too late to start acupuncture. While you would likely obtain more cumulative benefits from starting treatments early, acupuncture provides such powerful benefits with each session, that it is something you can begin doing at any stage of your fertility journey!
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Shall I have acupuncture right before and after the embryo transfer?Absolutely – Yes!! On the day of the embryo transfer, I usually suggest to patients to have an acupuncture treatment before the transfer and then have a subsequent treatment right after the transfer. These half-hour acupuncture treatments promote a tremendous relaxation benefit during this very stressful time, as well as preparing the uterus for implantation of the embryo. Research has shown that having acupuncture immediately pre & post embryo transfer can improve your chances of success by 40%.
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Shall I have acupuncture right around my IUI?Just as acupuncture provides a huge benefit pre/post embryo transfer, the same goes for pre/post IUI. The idea is to help reduce stress levels on the day of the procedure, promote blood flow to the reproductive organs and help support implantation.
