Claire Graham Holistic Fertility

Every stage of the fertility process can be hard, from the 2 week waits through to the ivf process.

In that time you need to carry on “as normal” and life can get very overwhelming at times.

Please remember to rest when you can and you will discover strength where you never knew possible

I know that attending fertility treatments can be nerve wracking, especially while emotions are so high.

I can be what you want on the day:
Emotional support
Advocate for you
Ask questions
Take notes
Just hold your hand

I’ve done egg removal myself, 13 transfers and countless scans and injections so I’m not fazed by any of the procedures and my focus is purely you

Little bit of fertility humour here.

Just you can’t do anything now without someone suggesting you use ai, then there’s me having to remind myself that not everyone thinks in fertility language 🤣

*for those wondering ai also means artificial insemination

Fasting has a number of benefits to gut health but when I am working with my fertility clients I don’t recommend it.

The reason is because we are aiming to stabilise the hormones and this includes the blood sugar levels, this is especially true when we work with conditions such as polycystic ovaries.

Instead I recommend eating something protein based to start and prevent the blood sugars spiking

Here are some of my favourites:
Protein smoothie
Omelette
Overnight oats
Fruit and yogurt
Protein pancake

I do offer nutrition only plans for those who need help learning to optimise for fertility. Message me for more information

At the moment I offer a mixture of fertility focused treatments including:

Meditation 🧘‍♀️
Reflexology 🦶
Personal training 🏃🏼‍♀️
Nutrition 🥗

It’s not a coincidence that I offer these-it’s all from a place of research, science and my own lived experience

I’ve heard all the criticisms of these and in fact I welcome the questions and discussion

It’s all about the little wins to make everything that little bit more optimised to help the body and mind prepare for the journey ahead.

For me it’s always been about supporting the body but also the mind and the individual themselves

It’s part of human nature to want to help someone, especially as women, but sometimes it’s not possible and what someone needs

Often there is no real advice to give (especially if it’s along the lines of relax) but friends just want you to listen while they tell you their frustration.

If you have any questions about how to support your loved one then feel free to ask me- I’m always happy to help

Now I don’t usually like to get political but recently a political figure has said that IVF is a lifestyle choice-which has stepped into my world and so here’s my response.

It’s not a lifestyle choice. It’s medical. Performed by drs and in hospitals. It’s mostly a response to medical conditions and can really affect individuals mental wellbeing.

This has been said to get attention-and it’s worked. But I do need people to see that this politician is showing her thoughts and feelings towards women’s, lgbt and family rights.

*not my most professional moment at the end of the video but I stand by it!

How I train someone who is trying to lose weight or optimise their body for pregnancy compared to regular personal training is very different.

Firstly, whilst you may be desperate to lose the weight to tick the boxes and qualify for fertility treatment, drastic measures can disrupt the hormones more than necessary and cause extra stress.

I work with you to train in a way that makes your body strong as well as getting you the results.

Your body still needs rest and still needs recovery. It also needs proper nourishment so no cutting food groups or way under eating calories.

Ready to know more: then DM me “training” to discuss

When undergoing fertility treatments never apologise for making yourself a priority.

It’s a difficult time that takes over your diary-before we even start on side effects and the mental load.

Your wellbeing is vital during this time