At Barbados Fertility Centre, we offer relaxing treatments at our Life Wellness Centre for both the mind and the body; our treatments address the effects of stress on fertility and look to reduce stress. We aim for our patients to be at their optimum of relaxation, increasing their chance of a successful outcome.
The natural beauty of Barbados forces couples to unwind, we then treat them both medically and holistically.
We offer individual treatments as well as packages. These incorporate massage, acupuncture and reflexology just to name a few. You may also include a one on one session with a trained counsellor dealing with the emotions associated with IVF.
We know that going through fertility treatment may influence your health, mood, stress-levels and relationships. We offer a counselling safe space to share your experiences, receive emotional support and learn coping strategies with our in-house counsellor. In the 1 ½ hours of counselling, topics covered will include relaxation, mindfulness and cognitive/behavioral therapy skills. This is open to couples or singles.
Holistic treatments are timed around medical procedures to have maximum impact on a patient’s well-being.
We do everything we can to make sure our patients have the best experience and feeling of well-being before, during, and after whilst having treatment at the Barbados Fertility Centre.
Please contact Danielle Wilson at [email protected] to help you schedule these treatments today.
Acupuncture
How Acupuncture improves IVF success rates:
– Reducing stress – This is one of the most important reasons for receiving acupuncture.
– Improving blood flow – helpful for improving endometrial growth.
– Enhancing ovarian function- this helps improve the quality of eggs produced.
– Decreasing uterus contraction – this improves the environment for the embryo to attach to the uterine wall after embryo transfer.
– Strengthening the immune system.
– Improving mobility, quality and quantity of male semen to produce better quality and quantity embryos.
Reflexology
Reflexology is gentle, non-invasive therapy, deeply relaxing, restoring, and a great way to reduce stress and tension. This practice is based on the concept that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs, and parts of the body; and all parts of the body are connected by pathways through vital energy flows. When our energy is low or tension blocks the natural flow, our organs and systems cannot function properly.
By applying gentle pressure to the points with the thumbs or fingers, the therapist can stimulate the flow of energy to all parts, clearing blockages and helping the body to achieve its own state of equilibrium and good health.
Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy is the ancient art of healing and soothing through the use and diffusion of essential oils. These oils are substances extracted from the petals, fruits, twigs, leaves and seeds of plants which are used in a variety of ways to enhance the health of the individual. Each oil possess particular qualities and can be used to treat specific ills.
Your visit will involve a consultation where a detailed personal history as well as a personal medical and family history will be taken. This will allow the Therapist to prescribe and make up the correct formulation of Essential Oils, which is then applied directly to the skin and massaged in by professional massage techniques. Your body will be covered throughout the treatment apart from the area being massaged