The desire to have a child, pregnancy, and the months following birth are times of profound change, both physical and emotional. Needs evolve as you go through each stage: preparing your body and lifestyle, coping better with certain discomforts of pregnancy, preparing for childbirth, and promoting recovery after birth.
At La Clinique Naturelle, we offer a variety of complementary therapies tailored to your specific situation and the phase of life you’re going through. The goal is not to overwhelm you with treatments, but to guide you toward the approaches best suited to your needs, as a complement to your medical care.
Our Approach at Clinique Naturelle
Every situation is different. Two people facing a similar situation may experience it very differently and may not have the same needs.
That is why we always prioritize personalized care. Depending on your situation, one or more complementary therapies may be recommended, and, when appropriate, several therapists may work together to provide you with a comprehensive care plan, always in conjunction with conventional medicine.
Support that evolves at every stage
1. Planning a Pregnancy — Preparing for This New Chapter
Support can begin even before pregnancy. This period can be an opportunity to assess your menstrual cycle, diet, lifestyle, and overall well-being, as well as to find support when trying to conceive becomes a source of stress or anxiety.
Acupuncture and women's health can, in particular, supportwomen through the various stages of the menstrual cycle as well as during the process of trying to conceive, including as a complement to medically assisted fertility treatments.
Naturopathy and nutrition allow you to work on your diet and lifestyle while taking your individual situation into account. Sophrology, for its part, can provide tools when the process is accompanied by stress, anxiety, or significant emotional strain.
2. First Quarter — Navigating the Initial Turbulence
The first few weeks may be accompanied by fatigue, nausea, digestive issues, sleep disturbances, or emotional changes. Some women go through this period relatively smoothly, while others feel the need for more support.
Depending on individual needs,acupuncture may be recommended for certain common discomforts experienced during pregnancy. Sophrology can provide breathing and relaxation techniques when stress, anxiety, or sleep difficulties become more pronounced.
The support provided is always tailored to the pregnancy and is offered in addition to the care provided by the gynecologist, midwife, or doctor.
3. Second Trimester — Relieving Physical Discomfort and Promoting Comfort
As pregnancy progresses, the body changes and physical needs often become more pronounced. Muscle tension, back discomfort, changes in posture, or a feeling of heaviness in the legs may occur.
Massages designed for pregnancy can promote relaxation and help relieve certain physical tensions. Microkinetic therapy may also be considered depending on individual needs and circumstances.
If a woman experiences heavy legs or swelling, lymphatic drainage may be recommended when appropriate during pregnancy.
When appropriate, treatments that were started earlier—such as acupuncture or sophrology—can, of course, be continued.
4. Third Trimester — Preparing for Childbirth
As the due date approaches, your needs change once again. This period can be devoted to physical and mental preparation for childbirth, while continuing to address the discomforts of late pregnancy.
Acupuncture can be used to support women during the final stages of pregnancy and to prepare for childbirth. Sophrology, in particular, helps with breathing techniques, relaxation, managing anxiety, and mental preparation for the various stages of childbirth.
Lymphatic drainage can also provide relief when the legs feel heavier or swelling occurs, provided there are no contraindications.
5. Postpartum — Recovering and Taking Care of Yourself After Childbirth
After childbirth, attention naturally focuses heavily on the baby. However, the mother’s body and sense of balance are also going through an important period of recovery and adjustment.
Depending on individual needs, various treatment options may be considered: massage and scar therapy, acupuncture, lymphatic drainage, sophrology, naturopathy, or nutrition.
In particular, they can be part of a process aimed at restoring physical well-being, promoting relaxation, alleviating certain discomforts, or helping women reconnect with their bodies after pregnancy and childbirth.
Sophrology can also provide relaxation and stress management tools during this transition period. However, it is not a substitute for medical or psychological care when significant emotional distress, persistent anxiety, or signs of postpartum depression are present.
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What Makes Our Support So Effective
FAQ – Pregnancy and Postpartum
Yes, postpartum care is part of the support services.
Yes, particularly nausea, pain, and sleep disturbances.
Yes, they are tailored and customized.
Care is tailored to each stage of pregnancy and to the symptoms present.
Are the sessions covered by supplemental insurance?
Some supplemental insurance plans may cover part of the cost of sessions. However, coverage depends on your policy, the type of therapy you receive, and the therapist you choose.
Before your first appointment, we recommend that you contact your insurance provider directly and provide them with the following information:
- the therapist's name;
- the therapy in question.
The therapists at La Clinique Naturelle hold professional accreditations that vary depending on their specialty, including accreditation fromASCA and/or RME. However, these accreditations do not automatically guarantee reimbursement for sessions: only your insurance provider can confirm the exact terms of your coverage.
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