Safe Support
An Empathetic Primer For Teachers Working With Clients During Fertility Treatments
Infertility affects 1 in 8 couples…
ON THE AGENDA:
Infertility Diagnosis and Treatment Overview
The Pilates Professional’s Scope Of Practice
Helping a Client Physically Prepare for Treatment/Cycling
Movement Precautions During Treatment/Cycling
When It Works! Transitioning From Infertile to Pre-natal
Helping The Body Recover From an Unsuccessful Cycle
Moving Beyond Treatment
Invasive treatments, fear, longing and uncertainty often color the experience for couples going through the process. One of the most important aspects for someone undergoing treatments is the maintenance of their relationship with their physical body. Gentle practices, self-awareness and support can help balance a process that often leads to disconnection with oneself.
In this workshop, you’ll learn about what a diagnosis of infertility means for your clients and how you can use the skills you already have to support them safely.
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Resources
SUPPORT RESOURCES:
Resolve.org – A support and informational website for people navigating through infertility.
Fertility Out Loud – Chrissy Teigen has launched an informational & support site.
The Fertility Tribe – An online app and support group
BREATHING/MINDFULNESS RESOURCES:
Dr Andrew Weil – Library of breathing practices and additional study.
Robert Litman – Services, Classes and guidance for mindfulness and breathing exercises.
Julie Wiebe – Women’s Health & Perinatal Support
RESOURCES USED TO SUPPORT THIS COURSE
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
There are multiple resources online to support people moving through infertility and women’s health issues. I’ve listed those referenced in this course along with others that may be of use to you throughout this process.
