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2012 Canadian Infertility Awareness Week:

May 20-26th, 2012. More information to follow.

Infertility Support Group Workshops - Halton Infertility and Support Services (Burlington)

Saturday January 28th
Infertility Survivial Workshop: Presented by Hipss- Halton Infertility and Pregnancy Support Services; Rebecca Hodson

Did you know that 1 in 6 couples experience infertility? Infertility can last between 1 and 10 years. This workshop is for anyone who has had multiple miscarriages, perinatal loss, is about to start treatment, in treatment or who have endured a failed cycle. Learn ways to cope with the emotional, mental and physical impacts of infertility. Topics include: Obsessive thoughts, Sadness & grief, Loss of control, Self-esteem, Sexuality, Fertility mapping, how to trust your fertility team, holistic treatments that compliment Artificial Reproduction Techniques and how to relate to family, friends and spouse. Learn how you can increase the chances of pregnancy and thrive while you survive infertility.

A light healthy and fertility friendly snack will be provided along with a manual for reference.
Location: Chrysalis Yoga Studio in Burlington

Sunday January 29th
Fertility Workshop: Presented by Hipss- Halton Infertility and Pregnancy Support Services; Rebecca Hodson

INCREASE YOUR FERTILITY: Taking charge of your fertility is the first step to increase your chances of pregnancy. This 3 hour workshop is designed for any couple or individual at any stage of their fertility cycle or conception journey.
Included in the workshop: Fertility Manual, Fertility friendly snack and on-going support from Hipss.Learn ways to increase your fertility naturally: Acupuncture, Diet, supplements etc. Understand signs and signals that you may need to seek fertility treatment. Learn ways to balance hormones and turn the reproductive switch “ON”· Reconnect as a loving couple. Gain a fertility support system. Understand the emotional impacts of fertility- reduce obsessive thoughts and increase control. Become empowered and take charge of your fertility by balancing hormones through Yoga and Meditation

For more info:http://hipss.ca/events/

      Rebecca Hodson
                                        Infertility Counsellor, Educator and Infertility Yoga Instructor
                                        A member of The Infertility Awareness Association of Canada (IAAC)
                                        & Ontario Associaton of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists and Psychotherapists (OACCPP