Congratulations on your Pregnancy!

 

Pregnancy is a time of growth and development for the tiny miracle growing inside of you. It is also a time for mom and dad to get your home, your careers and your lives ready to welcome your little bundle of joy.

 

For many women, pregnancy is a wonderful time and some report feeling the best they ever have. For others, pregnancy may be a time of adverse effects making this a very challenging time. Regardless of which category you fit into, we are here to support you.

 

There are many natural solutions to prevent and/or treat these adverse effects. Likewise, there are many treatments that can be used to prepare your body and baby for a smooth, healthy labor and delivery.

 

I love working with parents, and I look forward to working with you.

 

 

Our Pregnancy Program offers trimester prenatal care throughout your pregnancy to ensure optimal health for both mom and baby.

 

Trimester Prenatal Care

4 + Visits: 1 visit (or more) in each trimester plus a post-natal care appointment. You may also come in at any time throughout your pregnancy to specifically address concerns or complications that may arise.

 

 

1st Trimester Visit (s)

• Professional supplement prescription based on your body and baby’s requirements       * requirements change throughout your pregnancy
• Appropriate dietary recommendations based on nutritional requirements including foods to consume and those to avoid throughout pregnancy
• Physical activity awareness
• Management of pregnancy symptoms including morning sickness, constipation, headaches, fatigue, etc.
• Prenatal breastfeeding class I   ** coming soon
• Acupuncture to help prevent miscarriage – Optional
  * Especially for those with a history of miscarriage

 

 

2nd Trimester Visit (s)

• Re-assessment of professional supplement prescription based on your body and growing baby’s requirements
• Appropriate dietary recommendations based on changing nutritional requirements
• Assessment, prevention and treatment of common nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy including iron and B12
• Herbal tea recommendations
• Management of pregnancy symptoms including GERD/heartburn, anxiety, stress management, urinary tract infections, muscle cramps, high blood sugar levels, etc.
• Group B Streptococcus (GBS) prevention protocol (tested between weeks 35-37)
• Naturopathic baby preparations

 

 

3rd Trimester Visit (s)

• Re-assessment of professional supplement prescription based on your body and baby’s requirements as you get ready for labor and delivery
• Appropriate dietary recommendations based on changing nutritional requirements
• Management of other possible pregnancy issues including high blood pressure, pre-eclampsia, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, etc.
• Acupuncture to prepare body for labour and delivery
• Natural induction solutions, if required, beginning at 36 weeks
• Discussion and guidance developing a Birth Plan
• Preparation for labour including pain management
  • Herbal prescriptions
  • Professional supplement prescriptions
  • Homeopathic prescriptions
  • Acupuncture and acupressure
  • Breech presentation management
  • Preparation of a planned C-section (if medically necessary)
• Prenatal breastfeeding class II ** coming soon
• Assessment of risk factors for Post-Partum Depression
• Naturopathic Baby preparations

 

 

Post-Natal Care Visit (s)

• This visit can be done in clinic, by telephone or skype or you can request a home visit
  * an additional cost of $20 applies for home visits
• Natural solutions to the management of post-natal symptoms (including perineum bruising and tearing, hemorrhoids) to support healing and recovery
• Discussion of Post-Partum Depression

 

About Dr. Renée – Guelph Naturopath

In 2004, I received an undergraduate degree with honours in Human Nutrition from the University of Guelph and became a Nutritionist.  After realizing that being a dietician was not what I was destined to become, I moved to Toronto and completed a four year doctorate program in Naturopathic Medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). I became a Naturopathic Doctor in 2008.   I am a member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND), the Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians (pedANP), and am licensed by the College of Naturopathic Physicians of Ontario.  I have also completed additional naturopathic courses in fertility, pre- and post-natal care, pediatrics, obstetrics and breastfeeding.

 

Are you interested but you have more questions?  Send me a message either by using the online contact form, the live chat option, by email (reneeparadis.nd@live.com) or by phone 519.829.6011.  I’d be happy to answer your questions.