Categories: pregnancy

Stress and Anxiety

Pregnancy is one of the greatest changes in life, and change is nearly always accompanied by stress. As well as physical stresses of fatigue, nausea, and altered body shapes you may feel anxious about being pregnant, finances, and the baby’s health. Prolonged stress can affect the mother and baby adversely, so try to find ways to relax.
Symptoms of stress and anxiety are insomnia, rapid shallow breathing, chest tightness, heart palpitations, increased metabolic rate, and muscle tension.

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1 Key tips on coping with stress
- 1.1 Diet and Nutrition
- 1.2 Complimentary Treatment Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine

Key tips on coping with stress

– Make time for yourself and talk about anxieties

Diet and Nutrition

– Eat foods rich in vitamin C, Co Q 10, Zinc, Magnesium and B vitamins
– Avoid sugary food
– Eat foods that release fuel slowly
– Avoid stimulants

Complimentary Treatment

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine

Reiki

Meditation

Deep Breathing Techniques

Aromatherapy
– Neroli, Chamomile, Lavender, Rose, Mandarin, Sandalwood. Use in a diffuser, add to bath water, or add to massage oil.

Massage

Western Herbalism
– Lemon balm, lavender, chamomile tea

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.