Bridge Fertility Balancing

17/05/2022

Thank you to Acupuncturist Sharon Waltho who pointed this survey out to us...

04/03/2022

Trying to optimise your health in readiness for pregnancy. Here we look at lifestyle as well as why acupuncture may help to be in the best possible health for conception.

25/01/2022

The British Fertility Society and Association of Reproductive and Clinical Scientists fact sheet on fertility & COVID-19 vaccinations...

https://www.britishfertilitysociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Covid19-Vaccines-FAQ-3.1-13-January-2022.pdf

07/01/2022

The actress, producer and director opens up about her weight loss, in an exclusive BBC interview.

19/11/2021

28/10/2021

Instagram Live Announcement!

To coincide with National Fertility Week, we are collaborating with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists RCOG for an informative live Q&A on Instagram with a consultant gynaecologist on Thursday 4 November at 6pm.

Perhaps you are struggling to conceive and want to ask for advice, or maybe you’re interested to know about egg freezing. Submit your fertility-related questions here 👉https://rcogmail.org.uk/p/15N0-SPP/fertilityinstagramlive

21/10/2021

If you are preparing for IVF or another type of fertility treatment, visit our ‘Preparing for IVF’ page which contains questions to ask and advice on what to expect at a fertility clinic here https://bit.ly/3p7UC17

21/10/2021

Fertility Education is so important, Some experts say women are not clued up enough about their fertility and the “ticking clock” - and this could leave them disappointed later down the line.
https://www.thesun.co.uk/health/16465990/ages-you-should-start-trying-baby-if-want-family/

13/10/2021

The sports presenter had feared she and her husband Kenny would not become parents

01/10/2021

https://www.britishfertilitysociety.org.uk/fei/when-are-women-men-most-fertile/

There is only a specific time in each menstrual cycle when it’s possible to get pregnant. This ‘fertile window’ is once a month, generally close to the time of ovulation when the woman ovulates and releases an egg approximately 2 weeks before the next period is due. Men do not have a ‘fertil...

23/09/2021

If you need to chat and share experiences of your journey with people who understand and identify with your struggle, the Fertility Network can help you find a Support Group in your area.

Simply head over to: https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/access-support/support-groups/

Fertility groups offer a chance to meet up (face-to-face or online), chat and share experiences with others who are also trying to conceive.

17/09/2021

https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/learn-about-fertility/emotional-impact/coping-strategies/

Coping Strategies HomeLearn about fertility Emotional impact Coping Strategies Coping with infertility is challenging, but at certain times of the year, for example Christmas or Mother’s Day, it may be particularly difficult This page gives general advice as well as suggestions for looking after y...

01/09/2021

Sharon is available at the Bridge Centre for Natural Health offering Acupuncture and Acupuncture for Fertility.

For more information call the Bridge Reception Team on 01332 521 270 or head over to Sharon's website: https://sharonwalthoacupuncture.co.uk/

Struggling to conceive can have an enormous effect on men’s mental health – particularly if their own infertility is the issue. MF speaks to some of those affected

01/09/2021

Supporting Your Fertility Journey at the Bridge Centre for Natural Health.

We understand it can sometimes be difficult to start that first conversation, if you're not ready or not sure if you want to talk then information on all our treatments and some useful blogs are available on our website: www.bridgenaturalhealth.co.uk

And remember we're here to talk when you are ready, the Bridge Reception Team are currently available Mon - Fri, 9.30am - 1.30pm and from Monday 4th October 2021: Mon - Fri, 9.30am - 6.30pm.
or if you prefer you can drop us an email on reception@bridgenaturalhealth.co.uk.

The Bridge Centre for Natural Health is situated at 185 Ladybank Road, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0QL.

PLEASE NOTE: Should you book an appointment with us, COVID-19 procedures remain in place at the centre.

02/12/2020

Support for Fertility issues is currently available at the Bridge Centre...

Please see below a list of current Practitioner availability, we will of course endeavour to keep you up to date with any changes and additions but do bear with us.

To ensure the Health & Safety of all our Clients, Practitioners and the Bridge Team, restrictions remain in place and you will be advised of specific requirements relating to your treatment when booking.

However, we do ask that all Clients adhere to the following…
• DO NOT attend your appointment if you or anyone in your household are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 or are awaiting the results of a test.
• Please wear a Face Mask throughout your visit.
• Anti-Bacterial Hand Gel is available in Reception, please apply upon entering & leaving the Centre.
• We currently have no waiting area, please wait in your car or outside the Centre for your Practitioner to collect you for your appointment.
• Please advise when booking if you wish to / will need to bring another person with you to your appointment.

For more information or if you have any queries please contact the Bridge Team on 01332 521 270 or email reception@bridgenaturalhealth.co.uk

PLEASE NOTE: Receptionist Hours are currently restricted so please feel free to leave a message on our answerphone.

19/11/2020

Today is . Here are some stories and resources for men regarding fertility treatment, male infertility and s***m donation.

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
For many people, using donated s***m is the only chance they have of fulfilling their dream to have a family.

Find out more about what s***m donation involves and how you can donate at a licensed UK fertility clinic 👇
https://hfea.gov.uk/donation/donors/donating-your-s***m/

𝗔𝗺𝗶𝘁❜𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
Amit decided to become a s***m donor after seeing his friend’s struggling to find a donor for their IVF treatment.

Read his story about this experience 👇
https://www.hfea.gov.uk/donation/donors/donating-your-s***m/amits-story/

𝗶 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲
‘Going through IVF is an emotional rollercoaster for men too’

In this The i Paper article, David and Chris discuss the lack of support for men going through IVF. Read it here 👇
https://inews.co.uk/news/real-life/ivf-fertility-infertility-treatment-baby-men-754802

𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱❜𝘀 𝗜𝗩𝗙 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
Richard and Claire had two unsuccessful cycles of ICSI before deciding to move on from treatment.

Read Richard’s story about his experience 👇
https://www.hfea.gov.uk/i-am/heterosexual-couples/richards-story/

𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁
Our patient support podcast with Kevin McEleny, Male Fertility Specialist at Newcastle Fertility, can be listened to here 👇
https://www.mixcloud.com/HFEA_digital/patient-support-podcast-with-kevin-mceleny-male-fertility-specialist-at-newcastle-fertility-centre/

𝗕𝗕𝗖 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝟰 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀
In these BBC Radio 4 programmes, men break the silence on male infertility 👇
Rod - life as a childless man
https://bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00066zc
Benjamin Zephaniah meets Kevin McEleny
https://bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0009b2w
Benjamin Zephaniah meets Terri Clothier
https://bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00095bq

𝗛𝗜𝗠𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻
'Infertility is not just a female issue - men account for around half of all infertility problems - and with male infertility rates reportedly on the rise, it’s time to face the issue head on.'

Rhod Gilbert’s campaign (HIMfertility) on male infertility 👉 https://himfertility.com

16/11/2020

Welcome to the wonderful world of Activate and Advance...  Where you get to reconnect, recharge and respond from a place of pure energy.

21/09/2020

🍂🍁🍂 INFORMATION FOR SEPTEMBER 2020 🍂🍁🍂

Please see below a list of current Practitioner availability, we will of course endeavour to keep you up to date with any changes and additions but do bear with us.

PLEASE BEAR IN MIND this does not detail Practitioner holidays and is a general overview of those Practitioners who have returned to treating after lockdown.

To ensure the Health & Safety of all our Clients, Practitioners and the Bridge Team, restrictions remain in place and you will be advised of specific requirements relating to your treatment when booking.

However, we do ask that all Clients adhere to the following…
• DO NOT attend your appointment if you or anyone in your household are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
• Please wear a Face Mask throughout your visit.
• Anti-Bacterial Hand Gel is available in Reception, please apply upon entering & leaving the Centre.
• We currently have no waiting area, please wait in your car or outside the Centre for your Practitioner to collect you for your appointment.
• Please advise when booking if you wish to / will need to bring another person with you to your appointment.

For more information or if you have any queries please contact the Bridge Team on 01332 521 270 or email reception@bridgenaturalhealth.co.uk

PLEASE NOTE: Receptionist Hours are currently restricted so please feel free to leave a message on our answerphone.