Categories: Birth Preparation

Prevent Miscarriage

It is thought that one in three pregnancies miscarries; some women do not even realize they are pregnant. The causes of miscarriage include nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalance, infection, anatomical problems of the uterus and cervix, exposure to harmful substances, maternal age and autoimmune or chromosomal fetal disorders. Symptoms of a threatened miscarriage are backache, abdominal cramping, and pain resembling period pains, spotting or bleeding.

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1 Tips to cope with a threatened miscarriage:
- 1.1 Diet and Nutrition
- 1.2 Complementary Treatments

Tips to cope with a threatened miscarriage:

– Avoid alcohol
– Avoid caffeine

– Avoid hot baths
– Do not smoke
– Get plenty of rest

Diet and Nutrition

– Take a multivitamin every day. Vitamin E and selenium may help prevent miscarriage.
– If you are bleeding, eat iron rich foods to prevent anemia

Complementary Treatments

Acupuncture – increases blood flow to embryo (Vancouver miscarriage acupuncture with Dr. Spence Pentland)

Reiki – encourages a sense of deep relaxation

Homeopathy
– for a steady loss of bright red blood, cramping abdominal pain, weakness and nausea, Ipecac. 30c
– for stitching pains that begin in the back and spread to the front, Kali. Carb. 30c
– For intermittent loss of dark red blood which becomes more profuse, Pulsatilla 30c

Aromatherapy
– Lavender – to promote relaxation

Western Herbalism
– false unicorn root
– ginger
– black haw

Lorna McFadden, DCH

I have been a certified dental assistant for the past 16 years. Over that time I have been interested in many of the healing arts. In 1993, I became a reflexologist and continued to study other forms of alternative health. My passion for Homeopathy began when I was treated by a homeopath in 1998. I really resonated with the philosophy and treatment of homeopathy. Only after a few consultations I knew I had to become involved and help heal others. With restored health and a great deal of energy, I am driven to study this wonderful healing art. I have successfully completed the first milestone in my homeopathic career by graduating from the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy. I hope to write my Certification of Classical Homeopathy in the next few years. I am a member of the West Coast Homeopathic Society and regularly attend study sessions to stay updated and educated. I also attend local trade shows and educate the public on Homeopathy. I am recently married and reside in Langley with two cats and a golden retriever named Montana. My animals are wonderful homeopathic patients.