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Finding Calm During Your IVF Cycle

Sarah Abernathy - Certified Herbalist
July 13, 2021
Reviewed by Christine Traxler, MD

The IVF/IUI journey can have many ups and downs. Women reach out to us every day in need of support and stress relief while they navigate this road. This article offers natural ways to find your calm and ease stress when preparing for an IVF cycle.

Top 3 Ways To Be Calm and Stay Centered

1. Get Grounded. Many women struggle with daily drug treatments, experience side effects or face unexpected schedule changes during their IVF cycles. If this happens to you, grounding techniques can calm stress and feelings of being overwhelmed. They allow you to become connected to the present and let go of any fears for the future.

Use grounding techniques whenever you need to relax. Here are a few tips to help you get grounded during the tough moments:

  • Plant your feet, outside in the dirt or grass preferably.
  • Take some slow, deep belly breaths.
  • Use all of your senses to diffuse stress. Look, listen, smell, taste and touch the things around you.
  • Stop to focus on an object like a favorite picture, crystal or even your own hands and feet to help slow your thoughts when your mind is racing.
  • Take a few minutes to enjoy a cup of relaxing, organic tea. Take note of its flavor and smell, and how you feel.

2. Use Affirmations. You’ve reached a point on your fertility journey when it’s time for lots of self-love and credit for your hard work. You’ve done great! If you have yet to fully believe this, try the IVF Affirmations from our Senior Herbalist Elizabeth Willett, to encourage positive thoughts as you greet each day. Affirmations help to release fears, shift negative thoughts to positive ones, and attract more good things in your life.

Here are a few examples of IVF Affirmations to try. (See the article for the full details on this approach.)

  • I am thankful for new life.
  • I am thankful for all I have.
  • We are strong.
  • I believe.
  • This is our time.
  • This is the beginning of a great journey.

3. Use Guided Visualizations. Guided visualizations are a proven way to encourage a positive mind-body connection that can bring about real changes in the body. Create your own guided visualization exercises as you prepare for IVF or try an audio program like Circle+Bloom.

Circle+Bloom’s IVF and IUI Mind-Body Program provides 18 sessions that correspond to the requirements of a medicated cycle. It includes special information on the use of synthetic hormones and the timing of each phase of treatment.

Circle+Bloom programs allow you to take an active role in reducing the stress associated with fertility issues, trying to conceive or undergoing IVF or IUI. They should be followed when you are able to completely relax. Most clients listen to their programs at bedtime or before they get up in the morning.

We hold you in our hearts!

Take some time every day to find calm on your IVF journey. Become grounded and use daily affirmations. Create a sacred space to journal or meditate daily. Remember, you’re not alone. We’re with you as you walk along this path. Please reach out for support if you need help or someone to share space with you as you work towards achieving your goal of parenthood.

References

  • Willett, E. (2017). IVF Affirmations: Using Your Thoughts To Stay Calm and Foster Success. Retrieved from: http://natural-fertility-info.com/ivf-affirmations.html
  • Rodriguez, H. (2017). Should You Be Grounding To Reduce Anxiety. Personal Communication.
  • Circle + Bloom’s IVF and IUI Mind-Body Program. Retrieved from: http://www.naturalfertilityshop.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CBIVF

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About the Author

Sarah Abernathy - Certified Herbalist

Sarah Abernathy - Certified Herbalist

Sarah has worked in the field of natural foods and herbalism for over 20 years. She's the Co-Author of "Healthy Healing" with over 1 million copies sold, a Certified Herbalist, and a health and wellness consultant. Sarah Graduated from the Professional Herbal Studies program at East West School of Herbology, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English from St. Mary's College. Working with women on their journey to wellness is her passion and she loves to share what she has been blessed to learn from naturopaths and other herbalists over the years.

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