January 2014 Pairing together for your health and wellness. Votre partenaire en santé holistique. HAPPY NEW YEAR! EMBRACING CHANGE IN 2014 Issue No. 10 Dr. Melissa Blake, ND Dr. Blossom Bitting, ND Andrée Surette Poirier, RMT Yvonne Barry-Belliveau, RHN Tammy McCullough, RCRT, Aromatherapist Paula Arndt, CHT, RCP At The Pear Tree, we are taking our own advice and embracing both the things that are changing as well as the things that are remaining constant as we begin a new year. We would like to take this opportunity to update you about a few of these changes. For more information about the details in this newsletter, or with any questions or concerns, please contact us by phone (506-857-1300) or email (thepeartreenaturopathicclinic@gmail.com) Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change. - Tim Rohn The Pear Tree, 1067 rue Champlain St. Dieppe, NB 506.857.1300 www.thepeartreeclinic.com
! page2 Embracing Change A New Year often bring with it resolutions we will never keep. What makes these resolutions, although they are the choices we know will make a positive difference in our lives, so hard to stick to? Change can be challenging and sometimes seems downright impossible. Often we are motivated by a health goal healthier looking skin, weight loss, being able to keep up with the grandkids, etc. The motivation is coming from an intellectual place (and usually after a weekend or holiday full of indulgence). Once a diet or resolution is put in place, our physical needs and emotional dependencies start to demand more attention. Cravings and old habits come to the forefront and our willpower is put to the test. Whatever you resolutions for change are, is it important to set realistic goals and to first explore any potential barriers that could hold you back from achieving these goals. Before making any resolutions this year, consider journaling about the following: 1) What are my intentions or expectations for making these changes? 2) What are my triggers that may cause me to stray from these goals? 3) How can I avoid these triggers? Once you are clear about your limitations and barriers to wellness, consider visualizing your resolutions and ideals. A vision board or collage can be a helpful tool and daily reminder of what your goals are. For more information and guidance on how to start this kind of project, visit: http://bravelyplayfulcreations.com http://chrstinekane.com/how-to-make-a-vision-board After you ve cleared your path of barriers, think about other strategies you can implement to improve your success. 1) Involve a friend accountability is key, and often this has to come from an outside source. Ask a friend to join you in your resolution whether it be to volunteer, walk everyday, or drink more water holding that commitment with another person often increases the chances of success 2) Start small and make a plan if you haven t been exercising, starting with a marathon is not likely the best idea. Although that may be your long-term goal, going from no exercise at all to a full out training program is a good way to set yourself up for disappointment. Why not make smaller, more achievable goals? 15 minutes a day for a month, then 30 minutes a day for 3 months and growing from there may seem like baby steps but you ll be encouraged and proud of your growth and more likely to continue with your plan. 3) Track your progress - Sometimes when we are in the middle of it, it s hard to see the forest from the trees. Although real change takes time, find a realistic way to track your success and find a healthy reward to keep your motivation strong. Don t be afraid to pat yourself on the back with a spa treatment, new book, or movie night as your achieve milestones along the way. 4) Surround yourself with support and ask for help form a team of people who know what your goals are and are willing to support you in them. Depending on your goals, this may include a naturopathic and/or medical doctor, counselor, life coach, family members, and friends. Naturopathic medicine offers many solutions for improving resolution success. Stress management, craving reduction, and detoxification support are all part of a follow-thru plan that your naturopathic doctor can help you with. One final note: before making any changes, try loving yourself as you are today. Although a few resolutions here and there may improve the way you feel and your health level from the inside out, we really are perfect just the way we are. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year. Dr. Melissa Blake, ND
! page 3 NEW ENTRANCE We ve moved our reception and waiting area upstairs! The new entrance (which is also the original one if you ve been coming to The Pear Tree for a while) is now the first door with the yellow canopy (formerly the Yoga Loft entrance). Due to the amount of snow and ice, we have been unable to change some of the signage to properly indicate this move. Please be patient with us as we adjust. If you think you might have difficulties climbing stairs, please let us know ahead of time and we will accommodate you! NEW HOURS Please note the reception hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10am-4pm Thursday 10am-6pm **Appointments with practitioners are available outside of these hours. OFF-SITE CLINICS In 2014, Dr. Melissa Blake is extending her hours in Amherst, NS and appointments are available Mondays and Wednesdays at The Hatha Yoga Room. All booking and payments can be made thru The Pear Tree Dieppe. Dr. Blossom Bitting is offering appointment times on Mondays in Riverview at Battis & Drake Chiropractic. Please call The Pear Tree at 506-857-1300 for more information or to book an appointment. It takes a lot of courage to release the familiar and seemingly secure, to embrace the new. But there is no real security in what is no longer meaningful. There is more security in the adventurous and exciting, for in movement there is life, and in change there is power. - Alan Cohen
Price Changes! page4 In order to more accurately reflect the fees charged by other health care practitioners in the Moncton/Dieppe area, we will be implementing the following fee schedule as of February 1st. We thank you for your understanding. Naturopathic Doctors: Initial Consultation (1hr) $125 Follow-ups 30 minutes $75 45 minutes $100 60 minutes $150 Acutes (15 minutes) $40 Acupuncture Initial (45 minutes) $100 Visit as part of a series (30 minutes) $60 IV Therapy & Injections: B12 Injection $18 Chelation for Heavy Metals $110 Chelation for Cardiovascular Health $135 IV Vitamin C $125-175 Myers $85-100 Massage Therapy Therapeutic Massage (60 minutes) $80 Therapeutic Massage (90 minutes) $105 Therapeutic Massage (30 minutes) $45 Therapeutic Massage (45 minutes) $65 Hot Stone Therapy (60 minutes) $100 Hot Stone Therapy (90 minutes) $125 **All prices subject to HST**
WHAT S BLOOMING AT THE PEAR TREE FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK & JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST For clinic updates, interesting articles and other links, check out our Facebook page. To receive our monthly newsletters please call or email the clinic to have your name added to our email list. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7 FROM 1-2PM - CELEBRATE YOUR NATURAL BEAUTY - FREE INFORMATION How beautiful do you feel? Join Andrée Surette Poirier, RMT and Dr. Blossom Bitting, ND at The Pear Tree as they discuss tips on how to celebrate your natural beauty. Explore the concept of natural beauty and cultivate authenticity during this interactive, self-discovery workshop. Space is limited. Please call to reserve a seat for this free information session. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14 FROM 1-2PM - EXCEPTIONAL IMMUNITY - NATURALLY! - FREE INFORMATION Join our naturopathic doctors, Melissa Blake & Blossom Bitting at The Pear Tree, for practical and effective solutions to help you stay healthy. Topics include immune supportive foods, hydrotherapy techniques, homeopathic flu vaccine and more! Space is limited. Please call to reserve a seat for this free information session. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21 FROM 1-2PM - HEALTHY BONES & BODY - FREE INFORMATION Join naturopathic doctor, Melissa Blake at The Pear Tree to discuss the factors that influence bone health. Learn natural ways to promote a healthy physical body as you age. Topics include the impact of stress, & hormones on bone development, as well as optimal nutrition for bone health. Space is limited. Please call to reserve a seat for this free information session. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28 FROM 1-2PM - INTRODUCTION TO EVERYDAY OILS - FREE INFORMATION Learn about the amazing health benefits of using essential oils with holistic nutritionist, Yvonne Barry- Belliveau and aromatherapist, Tammy McCoullough. Enjoy tips on using the most common oils for a variety of concerns. Also learn how to blend your own oils to suit your specific needs. Space is limited. Please call to reserve a seat for this free information session. JUNE 10 - THERMOGRAPHY CLINIC The Pear Tree is excited to host one of two atlantic thermography clinics. Thermography is a noninvasive screening tool to monitor breast health. No touching, squeezing, pain, or radiation. To book an appointment call (toll free) 1-866-242-5554 or visit www.medthermonline.com. For more information, speak to your naturopathic doctor.