We recommend the following therapies at this stage:

•  A full vitamin and mineral assessment, hair mineral analysis, and screeningfor certain infections which can affect fertility or cause problems during pregnancy (for both partners)

•  Nutritional Therapy to ensure that you are eating for optimal health (for both partners)

•  Colonic Hydrotherapy. This will not only eliminate toxins from the body, but will ensure better absorption of nutrients.

•  Reflexology to relax and balance the body

•  Acupunture & Chinese Herbal Medicine if there are hormone imbalances or gynaecological problem, or for problems with male fertility

•  Herbal Medicine to treat a wide variety of conditions, including hormonal imbalances and fertility problems

•  Fertility Awareness to help you to fully understand and work with your reproductive cycle, to maximise your chances of getting pregnant

•  Hypnotherapy and Emotional Freedom Technique to address emotional and psychological stresses which may impact upon your fertility

•  Homeopathy to address emotional and psychological stresses which may impact upon your fertility

•  Stop smoking

•  Weight loss

Fertility Plan Guide to Timings

If you have been trying for 6 months or more:

Under 35 years old
Undertake the 4 month preconception plan, and then try naturally for 6 months. If no success, start fertility investigations.

Over 35 years old
Undertake the 4 month preconception plan but start fertility investigations at the same time. Try naturally for 6 months before considering assisted conception. (If you do go down this route, the changes you have made during this time will maximise your chances of success, as the eggs and sperm will be better quality as a result and your general health will have improved)

If you have had one or more miscarriages
Get checked for any infection, and treat if necessary before trying again. Follow the 4 month plan and try naturally for 6 months before starting fertility investigations.