Consultations

People from all over the world have been asking Pregnancy and Preparation for advice and support.

Now ideally we would like to do this in person however geography, busy lives and work challenges often make this impossible. You may want an answer or support right now and the availability of your other professionals  - the midwife, doctor, etc may be limited or not accessible for some time.

We have looked at these challenges and can now offer phone or Skype consultations to support you through your needs and your pregnancy.

If you enjoy the work we do then why not have access to deeper layers of that information? We recognise that pregnancy can be an anxious time and it is such an important time of your life, that is why we are here.

When pregnant you may have a question that is leaving you anxious or unsettled.

If that question or fear is able to be resolved then it would most likely make it easier for you to relax, sleep well and enjoy your pregnancy.

Or you may be seeking advice on how best to prepare for pregnancy including – IVF, what foods are best, or the birth. Our team is trained to deal with the questions and concerns you have and will offer practical solutions and choices. Our work is based on principles because they are reliable. They are effective because they are laws of nature and they will make complete sense to you. You can always try a half hour and see if our approach works for you.

A Consultation at Pregnancy and Preparation. What’s involved?
To help provide you with the best value we need to understand why you are here and what you are after.  So we start by taking a brief case history. This is for your benefit and safety, and is very important. Pregnancy is a normal state of health for the body and today it is almost looked upon like a medical condition. At Pregnancy and Preparation we do not see it that way, yet we still need to be thorough for all concerned – Mum, Dad, and Baby. The case history normally takes about ten minutes unless there are specific health issues such as high blood pressure, digestive problems, diabetes, etc.

You want the best advice in pregnancy it is an important time and to serve you best we need to know the facts. We would then discuss your main concerns or questions and get down to offering advice and suggestions to support you and baby. This information and a treatment plan, along with any extra support, will then be sent to you via email because we know what pregnancy can do to the memory!

Warning: If you require any clarification please get back to us before starting any new practices. As a professional it is interesting how what you say to people and what they hear can be two different things. Often a short explanation clears things up and then people get maximum benefit.

Nutritional Advice/Support
You are what you eat we know that to be true. At Pregnancy and Preparation we have a different approach from what you will have been taught. It is based on principles and will make complete sense to you. The biggest benefit is that it will be specifically designed for you.  Ask our advice on the best nutrition for pregnancy, birth and recovery as a new mother, foods for breastfeeding or anything else around nutrition in pregnancy.

Physical
This relates to your vitality, any aches or pains and problems you may have with organ systems. For example a back pain may cause tension in your bladder or bowel leading to incontinence or constipation. You do not need extra things to worry about during pregnancy. Your physical wellbeing influences nerve and blood supply and drainage so do not underestimate its importance.

Emotional
Pregnancy is one of the most emotionally challenging times because it is so precious to us. For that reason emotions can run high and with today’s fear culture thrown into the mix people can find themselves needing support. The approach we use at Pregnancy and Preparation is solution focused so you can gain valuable insight along with practical tools to get resolution.

Meet our team
Craig Coman – Founder of Pregnancy and Preparation, Craig is an Osteopath, Naturopath and Acupuncturist who has immersed himself in human physiology and performance over the past 20 years and his knowledge base extends over many areas of health. His broad approach is thorough, direct, principle based and will focus more on the physical and emotional areas of pregnancy and childbirth.

Christine Grabowska is a midwife, nurse and teacher. She is also an acupuncturist, oriental herbalist, cranio-sacral therapist and NLP master practitioner.  She is a leader in the field of midwifery and through her 30 years of experience she is passionate about women’s ability to birth their babies and will support women to find their way of birthing.

Helen Drake – a Naturopathic Nutritionist. Helen’s keen interest in health and medicine led her to a degree in Biological Sciences and, more recently, Naturopathic Nutrition. Her approach is more gentle and she is passionate about supporting women in their preparation and pregnancy through a nutritional approach.

Claire Hawman specialises in solution focused coaching. Claire has worked as a psychiatric nurse for the past 16 years, working with both young women and older adults and became interested in using an approach in her work that focuses on the strengths inherent in all of us rather than our weaknesses and problems.

Please contact us if you require more details.