Naturopathic Pregnancy Support
Naturopathic Doctors, who have a special interest in this exciting stage of life, provide natural, yet effective treatments for common and difficult concerns of pregnancy, labour, postpartum and infant care.
Common Concerns of Pregnancy Treated with Naturopathic Medicine
- Constipation
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids / Varicose Veins
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Gestational Diabetes
- Preexisting health concerns that may require more gentle or holistic treatment approaches to reduce side effects of pharmaceutical medications
- Yeast infections
- Acute Viral and Bacterial Infections
- Edema and Musculoskeletal Discomfort
Labour and Postpartum Concerns Our Naturopathic Doctors Can Assist With
Our Naturopathic Doctors use a variety of techniques and modalities to immediately address concerns at this critical point in the pregnancy; such as: acupuncture, homeopathy, diet, lifestyle counseling, herbal remedies, nutritional supplements, IV Therapy, exercise, meditation, and physical therapies.
Labour Concerns
- Post Dates Pregnancy/Labour Induction
- Inefficient Contractions
- Stalled Labour
- Group B Strep Prevention and Treatment
- Malposition of Fetus
Postpartum and Newborn Concerns
- Perineal Healing
- Breastfeeding Support – Breast Care, Milk Production
- Supplements to Encourage Immune System
- Mood Disorders -Baby Blues to Postpartum Depression
- Newborn Well Child Visits