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Exploration Of Naturopathic Medicine For Pregnant And Laboring Women, Megan Latreille Dec 2019

Exploration Of Naturopathic Medicine For Pregnant And Laboring Women, Megan Latreille

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Exploration of natural medicine has become increasingly common among individuals. With proper use, natural medicine can help treat many common ailments experienced during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. This paper serves to shed light on naturopathic medicinal techniques for expectant mothers and families, so that they may implement such in their own lives throughout pregnancy, during labor, and after birth. Yoga can be adapted and utilized during antenatal and postpartum periods to help with stress levels, depression, and physical health. Hypnosis, meditation, and hypnobirthing provide similar effects such as decreased stress and increased contentment; promoting a smoother and more effective labor …


Guidebook To Eastern Medicine, Jessica Wyn Jun 2019

Guidebook To Eastern Medicine, Jessica Wyn

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A practical guide to Eastern Medicine, aimed at a Western clinican. This guide covers diagnostics, herbalism, acupuncture and long-term practices. Each section aims to cover not only the practical portions of how these medical interventions are practiced, but also the relevant scientific data on their effectiveness and clinical applications.