Your post transfer Care Package:
We have put together a small care package for you after your transfer.
The purpose of this is simply to brighten your day. We know it has taken a lot to get here.
Often small joys can help us to keep going, especially when they are unexpected. They can also bring about a pause, to celebrate how far we have come.
Olive Oil
Olive Oil is mainly an Omega 9. It contains oleic acid, Vitamin E and K. It contains small amounts of Omega 3 and Omega 6.
It is shown to improve mood , hormonal health in men, and women, overall an essential anti-inflammatory. There is limited research on foods and natural products, due to the cost vs benefit, however empirical data shows that 1 TBSP, 1-2 times a day for at least 3 months improves an overall baseline of health.
Unfortunately food fraud is a billion dollar industry in Canada, Olive Oil is commonly at risk. Evoolution carries high grade oils you can trust.
It is also recommended you incorporate fish or Omega 3 oils as well.
Tea
The benefits of tea are vast. In addition to research, in Chinese Medicine it is
Your care package may include one or two of:
Dandelion Root and Leaf tea - a tea often used by practitioners to help the liver metabolize excess hormones during IVF, IUI and Pregnancy. Steep for 10-15 minutes and add honey or a mint tea bag to enhance the flavour.
Egyptian Licorice - a Yogi tea that may aid in digestion, even if licorice is not a preferred flavour, you will enjoy this.
Dragon Well Tea - Sourced from a local Edmonton shop, Vintage Fork. A mild smooth green tea, to enjoy before noon.
Chocolate:
Your care package may include one of:
Soul House Sweets - A local Beaumont aristisan whom also makes high grade chocolates that also support women health.
Vinyl Sticker
Your care package may include one or two of:
Justine Ma - Is a local Edmonton artist and public figure, with a kind heart that brings joy and colour to all she touches.
Phrases and Animals to evoke a smile.
Laughter
Laughter they say, is some of the best medicine there is. We are not asking you to bypass some of your real and raw emotions, however, often when the journey has been long, we can be constantly in a state of fight, flight or freeze. Grief, anger, or numbness. Laughter can not only decrease cortisol levels, but it brings you back to you.
There are studies on laughter positive IVF outcomes.
This article is a good read on how laughter can affect all aspects of our lives
*One key component in food, nutrient and supplement intake is trusting the provider. However it is also important to heighten your sense of smell, and taste so you can tell the difference on your own, when choosing items. All of these items are sure to remind your body what quality tastes and smells like, which helps provide a new baseline for the senses.
*Please note, these items may change throughout the year.