Benefits of Yoga for Fertility - New Episode

Redefining Fertility Radio Show Episode

Research has shown that reducing stress and practicing deep relaxation using yoga and meditation can increase your chances of conceiving. Learn effective fertility yoga poses to help calm anxiety, let go of negative thinking and increase circulation to the pelvis and reproductive organs.

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Redefining Fertility Radio Show - Practicing Meditation for Fertility

When you are trying to cope with the stress related to fertility, meditation is truly a gift. This simple and effective practice can transform your fertility journey from an emotional rollercoaster to a more calm, controlled and even positive experience.

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And the Butterfly Emerges

This past summer has been a powerful time of transformation for me personally and professionally. I let go of a lot. I found my self withdrawing and seeking quiet simplicity. Everything seemed to slow down. At the same time there was a lot being stirred up deep within me.

As I struggled to find words to describe what I was feeling to friends and family the only words that would come to mind were "I feel like I am in a cocoon." From the outside it appeared that nothing was happening, but on the inside, there was chaos and confusion. Through it all I was practicing acceptance. "I am where I am and it's ok."

It was as if something inside of me was dying to make room for something new. A metamorphosis! In each moment I gave my self permission to be where I needed to be. I let go of judgment. Instead of questioning "why", I remained curious. I was open to experience whatever it was that was emerging from within. In the past I would force myself to move through it quickly. Knowing all the tools I do, I would have judged myself for not being able to shift from chaos back into peace. Deep down I knew it was all necessary. Everything was perfect.

When you imagine the process a caterpillar goes through to become a butterfly, there would be a perception of chaos and even messiness. I am reminded of Rev Michael Beckwith "Bless the mess. Something is trying to be born. Bless the mess." That is what I did, over and over and over again. I blessed the mess. Like the caterpillar I entered into the metamorphosis with a deep sense of trust and I completely surrendered to the process.

Today I woke up at 4:30am wide awake with my creative juices flowing again. I have emerged! As I spread my new wings I have a renewed sense of strength and purpose. I am ready to touch the lives of many. I am ready to fly!

Baby Showers - To Go or No Show

Fertility challenges can impact every area of your life. A common social challenge is deciding whether to attend a baby shower or not. Listen to this Redefining Fertility radio show episode where I talk about my experience with baby showers and birth announcements as well as the common concerns clients have about how to handle social events.

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Stress & Fertility Radio Show Series

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Discover and dissolve limiting thoughts and beliefs that may be interfering with your ability to conceive.

Experience a refreshing dialogue about fertility while learning effective mind body tools that will help you transform your experience and inspire you to find meaning on your journey.

Join a global conversation with Sue Dumais, a woman who believes in your dream of becoming a Mother and someone who will hold faith for you, no matter what!

Stress & Fertility Series
Research shows the higher a woman’s stress level the less likely she is to get pregnant. Research also suggests that mind-body techniques that elicit a relaxation response such as meditation and yoga can reduce stress and increase a couple’s chance of conceiving.

Tune into this series Stress & Fertility and discover your stress warning signals and learn effective mind body tools that you can use right away to help you reduce stress and anxiety. 

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New inspirational episodes are available each week!

Free downloadable podcasts of each episode is also available on itunes.

Shake it Off!

I am sure you have heard the expression "just shake it off". I hear it a lot when I watch my nephews play sports.  The coach will often say "it's ok, shake it off" to encourage the them to let go of a bad catch or bad call from the referee. It sounds simple and sometimes silly when you think about it but for my self and many of my clients it is an incredible tool to help reduce stress and let go of anxiety.

While this tool may not work for everyone it just might work for you. I would encourage you to do it a few different times and decide whether it resonates for you. If it does then I encourage you to use as often as you can.

Shake It Off!

This is a very playful way to release or shift any stuck energy from your physical body. Like water off a duck’s back this exercise allows you to let go without attachment. Just let it roll off. Anytime you feel frustrated or irritated by something, try this exercise. I promise you will be pleasantly surprised at how effective and easy it is to let go.

Preparation: Lay on your back with your arms and legs in the air. Shake your arms and legs in whatever way feels good. Be guided by your own comfort and move whatever way you want. Shake for about 10-30 seconds then release your arms and legs to the floor. Be aware of the physical sensations. Notice your arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet and toes. Be aware of your emotions. Do you still feel the negative emotion or have your shaken it loose? Repeat as needed.

Modifications: Start with shaking the arms only or legs only.

Option: Shake it off while standing. There are no rules! Just do what feels good. 


Source: Yoga for Fertility Handbook by: Sue Dumais
Photo credit: Adrienne Thiessen of Gemini Visuals

Our Deepest Fear...

I came home late Sunday night from a weekend in Los Angeles where I experienced a live training event with my mentors and coaches Les Brown and Paul Martinelli. I have learned so much from them since I began the Empowerment Mentorship Program in the spring.

I realized over the weekend that I am playing small. From the outside one would think I am playing big. I have big accomplishments and achieved many goals in my life. Someone looking at my life would think I am doing big things and I would agree they are big and amazings accomplishments but to be completely honest with you, I am actually playing small when you compare it to what I know in my heart I am capable of.

So I have decided to go back to LA this weekend and begin a 6 month speaker training program with Les Brown. He is an international motivational speaker who I know will help me take my career to the next level. He will be my coach and mentor who will support me to reach my dreams and kick me in the butt when I am too afraid to take action. I am being called to do something much larger than what I am currently doing and it is time for me to take action. It is time for me to play big even though I am scared to take the leap! I also know that in taking this next step with Les Brown, it will allow me to move forward with the adoption of my little girl. Doors are opening! The stones are being placed on my path and I am following the path before me with my heart wide open.

I will leave you with one of my favourite piece of inspiration by Marianne Williamson.

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.' We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we're liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."
Marianne Williamson