This two-day seminar will review both the Western Medical and TCM understanding of the menstrual cycle and will cover ways of boosting natural fertility and supporting IVF with acu-puncture. It will look at troubleshooting so-called ‘unexplained’ infertility, an area where TCM can be of great benefit. This seminar will also cover all the Western medical jargon and test results that you need to understand to be able to speak to your patients with confidence. Case studies will be used to consolidate learning. Day 1: • Defining Infertility • Western Medical Review of the Menstrual Cycle o Common Tests, and an Introduction to Understanding Test Results • TCM Review of the Menstrual Cycle • TCM Infertility Patterns • Using a BBT Chart to Aid Diagnosis • The Emotional Impact of Infertility o The Importance of Treating the Heart o Cortisol – ‘Pregnancy Stress Syndrome’? • Preconception Care and Advice o Natural Ways to Boost Fertility o How to Plot Fertile Days Day 2: • ART Facts and Figures • Predicting Ovarian reserve • ART Terminology, Medications and Protocols o IVF 21Day Cycle Overview o Flare Overview • How To Combine Acupuncture and IVF o Pre IVF Care, During IVF Care/ The Paulus Protocol/ Waiting for the Pregnancy Test • The Safe Use of Acupuncture and Herbs During ART • Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) • Recurrent Implantation Failure (RIF) in ART • The Treatment of Male Infertility/ Sub fertility Previous attendees say: • “Paul has such fantastic and up-to-date knowledge and experience.” • “This is a well-structured, meticulously put together course. The booklet provided means that you can refer back to any info you’ve missed or need to recap. It’s a massive are of study and this is a great introduction.” • “Paul’s knowledge and enthusiasm is extensive. Well-structured and humourous, too!”