Hypnosis and Fertility
Hypnosis is a powerful tool that can be used concurrently with assisted reproductive technology (ART) or to facilitate natural conception. Although a diagnosis of “unexplained infertility” may seem positive to some, to others it is perceived as a terrible blow – if there is nothing physiologically wrong, there is nothing they can do. From a hypnosis standpoint, there is a lot that can be done – in either case.
Due to misunderstandings surrounding the word hypnosis, you will find that some references to it have been disguised by terms such as “guided imagery”, “creative visualization”, “mind/body” or “relaxation techniques”. Lynsi Eastburne is the author of the book It’s Conceivable and developer and trainer of the Hypnofertility™ program where I received my certification in this technique.
Hypnosis can help with infertility issues through stress reduction and direct application complementary to medical procedures. Subconscious blocks have often been shown to be the cause of “infertility” whether there is a physiological cause or not. Unresolved issues of many kinds can cause a subconscious block. The key is to remember that you may not have any idea that these experiences have so profoundly affected you. Hypnosis can help uncover these subconscious blocks.
In her book Lynsi comments about fear and negative thinking.
“Occasionally women will express concern about getting their hopes up. This again plays into the fear and negative thinking I mentioned earlier. It is possible that you will never conceive a baby but it is also possible that you will. It is important at this stage to release negative thinking: fear of getting your hopes up is negative thinking. Each and every person on the planet is able to deal with devastation or disaster if they have to. But at this point you don’t know that you have to. The subconscious mind does not distinguish between “fact” and “fantasy” and therefore, processes negative thinking about not becoming pregnant as effectively as not becoming pregnant. And once you’ve achieved balance of mind/body/spirit you may find you have a new perspective altogether.”
I have an office on Newbury Street in Boston, MA and will be open for Hypnofertility clients on Wednesdays. Contact me for further details.
October 21st, 2008 at 10:40 am
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October 25th, 2008 at 7:39 pm
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