Serenity Wellness Program

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1 Serenity Wellness Program

2 There was a time when Eastern and Western medicine were exactly that: two separate worlds, two separate entities, divided by continents and oceans, with nary an intersection of ideas or methods. The world is a smaller place now and, fortunately for those who seek fertility and a healthy pregnancy, the merger has made fertility, conception and live birth a more tangible reality than ever before.

3 Serenity Wellness Focuses on Mind, Body & Spirit CFA s Serenity Wellness program, led by Shanna Wahlquist, MS, CHC, merges cutting-edge, innovative medical discoveries with holistic healing therapies rooted in ancient eastern traditions. Shanna works closely with our clients, sharing real-world, applicable practices to facilitate a healthier and more peaceful mind, body and spirit. There is no medication involved; rather, we help your body remember how to soothe and heal itself - and provide a path for deeper, more soulful transformation. The information and healing practices our clients assimilate through the Serenity Wellness program go beyond facilitating a healthy pregnancy and delivery; they provide an invaluable resource that can be implemented in your life, your work and your play. 3

4 The Serenity Wellness Program Benefits You There is no one type of person who benefits from the Serenity Wellness Program. Our multi-faceted healing approach nurtures and heals a range of individuals experiencing any number of imbalances or deficiencies. Thus, the program is designed for those who: Seek to lose weight, optimizing their chances of enjoying a healthy pregnancy. Experience nutritional deficiencies. Are currently pregnant and looking for a methodology to support a healthy pregnancy, labor and delivery. Experience chronic, overwhelming or even debilitating stress, anxiety, or who feel that life is overwhelming. Are considered high-risk pregnancy candidates due to age, medical history, current conditions or the presence of multiples. Looking for a natural, positive and empowering path for personal transformation. 4

5 Have a family history of chronic disease and/or autoimmune disorders. Simply experience a sense that something is wrong or things are out of balance. Have experienced a miscarriage or recurrent miscarriages. Are ready to explore and integrate a holistic approach to overall health and healing. Have trouble sleeping or do not wake up feeling refreshed. Those who participate in the Serenity Wellness Program walk away with a greater sense of well-being - and the ability to independently manage their health - which has lasting benefits for the rest of their lives. 5

6 Areas of Focus

7 Our program focuses on six main areas or facets of holistic well-being: 1. Spiritual & Emotional Health. There is no doubt about it anymore, a person s spiritual and emotional health is directly connected to his or her physical well-being. When it comes to fertility and pregnancy, studies are - indeed - correlating stress levels and infertility. On the flip-side of the coin, medicine has also shown a correlation between acupuncture and Chinese medicine treatments with increased conception and IVF success rates. Serenity Wellness gives you the opportunity to explore the spiritual and emotional blocks in your life, and to more accurately target the physical ones. You will be provided with proven, effective tools and resources for restoring positive movement, flow and vitality.

8 2. Gut Health & Integrity. In addition to the high-stress levels perpetuated by modern life, our bodies are also bombarded with chemicals and toxins that they have never had to process or cleanse from in the past. As a result, the natural flora and fauna that promote healthy gut function are compromised. Even the anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract can be negatively - and sometimes permanently - affected. Any deficiency in gut health will manifest in immune system dysfunction and a myriad of health issues resulting from chronic inflammation and malnutrition to infertility. 8

9 CFA s Serenity Wellness Program 3. Cleansing In Preparation for Pregnancy. The hormones resulting from pregnancy often cause what is lovingly dubbed nesting syndrome. Women - even those who have never enjoyed keeping house before - often find themselves pulled to clean, organize, sort and prepare the nest for the new baby. A similar housekeeping process needs to happen inside your body before conception, preparing it for the important task of growing and bearing a baby. Changes in diet, lifestyle and gentle supplementation can facilitate this housekeeping - aka cleansing to make a healthy and happy environment for the embryo to take root in. 9

10 CFA s Serenity Wellness Program 4. Weight Loss. Evidence shows us that the healthiest body mass index (BMI) for conception and a healthy pregnancy to take place is between 18.5 and When your BMI is 25 or higher, your body begins to respond differently to food - sugars in particular. Your body becomes more insulin-resistant, and insulin resistance has been linked to infertility. Women with Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetic, have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or women who are overweight are known to have greater fertility challenges. The Serenity Wellness program will help you get in better touch with your relationship with food and eating (like those pesky food cravings, for example) as well as your own body, and will help you to restore a healthier balance once and for all. 10

11 CFA s Serenity Wellness Program 5. Stress Management. As we mentioned above, stress really is scientifically linked to infertility. When your body lives in a constant state of stress, its fight or flight mechanisms are in constant motion, leading to adrenal fatigue and hormonal imbalance. All of this can take its toll on the reproductive system. Overeating for comfort or to manage stress can further complicate matters (See #4 Above). Learning to be aware of your stress levels and reactions, and learning how to manage them, are tools that can assist you as you navigate the winding road through fertility treatments as well as the challenges of parenting and general life stress. It s a win-win for all. 11

12 CFA s Serenity Wellness Program 6. Maintaining a Healthy Pregnancy. Conceiving a baby can seem like the focus of the journey, but conception is not a destination. It is the beginning of a whole, new miraculous journey, and your health is essential to your baby s well-being. In addition to all you ve learned about your body and stress management, we ll also give you information to facilitate your body s - and your baby s - well-being so both of you can experience the most comfortable, healthy and safe pregnancy - and delivery - possible. Serenity Wellness digs deep into the many facets involved in each of these six focus areas, providing information, further resources and tools, techniques and practices you can use on a daily basis to address the concerns that are most relevant to your life. In addition to the points listed above, you ll also be introduced to a myriad of sub-topics, such as MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) gene mutations, which lead to a host of health deficits that negatively affect your health and well-being, some of which are linked to infertility. We ll talk about how optimizing your diet - using correct foods and supplementation - can reverse the effects of MTHFR mutations as well as other 12

13 chronic health conditions. You ll even learn how food cravings can signal a nutrient deficiency as well as how to manage them. You ll become an expert on the environmental factors that contribute to poor health, low-level and chronic physiologic dysfunction and infertility - including the food, personal care and cleaning products you use everyday, so you can cleanse your home and your life, as well as your body. 13

14 Practical, Well-Rounded Solutions for Holistic Health & Well-Being All that information is important to learn about, but now it s time to put that knowledge to use by implementing systemic changes that can be slowly assimilated into your daily life, changing your health, outlook and even the cellular functions taking place inside your body. Some of the tools we use to do this include: Education, Education, Education. This course empowers you with the information you need regarding macro- and micronutrients, food sources, the workings - and interconnectedness - of your body s miraculous systems, the toll inflammation takes on the body and overall health and so on. You ll learn about the power of living foods, superfoods and - most importantly for CFA clients - fertility-friendly foods. Zyto Scanning. Zyto scans are very low-energy scans used to diagnose specific nutritional deficiencies. They are safe for adults of all ages, pregnant women and children and are used so we can make precise recommendations for dietary changes, additions and supplementation. 14

15 Supplements - contrary to what your vitamin bottle may say - are not a one-size-fits-all endeavor, so we ll make sure your body is getting just enough of exactly what it needs. Zyto scans are so accurate that clinical studies, performed on hundreds of patients in Beijing, showed that the results from a four-minute Zyto scan equaled those that resulted after two-day long diagnostic work-ups. Micro-Nutrient Blood Work. This is another tool used to see whether or not your body is in nutritional balance and can be used to uncover latent food allergies or sensitivities you were previously unaware of. Sometimes, the elimination or addition of a single ingredient - or two - can have marked effects. Self-Care Applications. Taking time to nap, do yoga, get acupuncture or a massage, to meditate, hike or any other form of self-care is often viewed as selfish or superfluous. In fact, taking time for self care is essential to your holistic health, stress management and your ability to enjoy healthy interpersonal relationships. We ll help you to make self care an A-level priority in that busy planner of yours. 15

16 Emotional Healing. Identifying where you are hurting - or why - is not enough. The emotional and physical trauma we carry must be processed and healed for us to be free, and there are an infinite number of ways to do this. We ll introduce you to some of the most effective methods, ranging from meditation, prayer and gratitude journals to the power of essential oils, aromatherapy, Reiki and other forms of energy-based healing. Health Coaching Skills. It takes time and dedication to implement what you learn from the Serenity Wellness Program, which is why health coaching is such an integral part of our curriculum. You ll have access to individualized support and coaching as we work through the diet and lifestyle changes that will best support your unique body and soul. That includes meal-planning, group sessions, individual counseling and training as well as a healthy dose of and text support when you need it. 16

17 Ready To Embark On Your Serenity Wellness Journey?

18 The full Serenity Wellness Signature Coaching Program includes: *A six-month individualized coaching program, for a total of 12 sessions 50 minute bi-weekly phone sessions Monthly in-person group programs (attendance is optional) Two Zyto scans Monthly gifts related to coaching theme topics and text support Dictated letters to referring physicians The cost for this program is $200 per month or clients can pay $1100 up front for a significant savings. *Clients have the option to condense our program into a three month version at a rate of $400 per month. 18

19 CFA also offers an A La Carte Serenity Wellness Menu, which includes things like: Initial Consultation (45 min) Zyto scan (30 min office visit) Zyto scan (50 minute office visit) 50 minute coaching session Emotional Release Session 60 Minute Reiki Session 90 Minute Reiki Session 60 Minute Chakra Balancing Session 60 Minute Aromatherapy Consultation 19

20 Embark On the Serenity Wellness Journey Are you struggling to get pregnant? Is stress taking over, preventing you from living the life you want to embrace? Do you have the sense that old physical and/or emotional patterns are keeping you from being your best self? Are you ready to enjoy the most positive and healthy pregnancy and birth possible? If any of those questions stirred something inside you, please contact us here at Columbia Fertility Associates to learn more about our new Serenity Wellness Program. The things you learn - and the tools we provide - will have a lasting, restorative effect for the rest of your life - and the ripple effects will spread to those you love the most. We look forward to facilitating your road to holistic health and a satisfying pregnancy.

21 More About Serenity s Creator and Facilitator Shanna Wahlquist, founder of Nourishing My Soul, LLC, is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Reiki Master and currently studying for her clinical aromatherapy license. She has a BS Degree in Biochemistry from Virginia Tech and received her Masters Degree in 2005 from City of Hope s Beckman Research Institute for her work in stem cell applications for cancer therapeutics. Shanna has worked in the field of Reproductive Endocrinology since 2006, supporting couples and individuals on their path to parenthood. As a health coach, she focuses on the importance of understanding how a person s physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being impacts a person s overall health and quality of life. Her passions lie in educating others about the gut-brain relationship and how imbalances can lead to chronic inflammation, pain, stress, brain fog, broken sleep patterns, etc.. Handed the diagnosis of Premature Ovarian Failure at the age of 27 and suffering two miscarriages, Shanna is now a proud mother of two, tackling the wild world of gut healing, immune deficiencies and MTHFR mutations to best support her family and setting up her kids for a bright and healthy future. You can contact Shanna to learn more about the program or her experience at swahlquist@columbiafertility.com. Or, you can learn more about her personal, transformative journey - and find inspiration for your own - at Shanna s blog, titled, Nourishing My Soul. 21

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