Pre-Conception

At Vermont Birth Network we offer a listing of support professionals who care for families across the state of Vermont. These professionals offer specialized care, guidance, and support throughout the the Pre-Conception.

During your trying to conceive journey, you may consider connecting with:

Bodyworkers: Massage therapists, acupuncturists, and other bodyworkers offer pain relief, relaxation, and stress reduction for individuals. They use techniques specifically tailored to the needs and safety of those who are on a trying-to-conceive journey.
A conception support professional can help individuals or couples who are planning a pregnancy or are experiencing difficulty getting pregnant. These professionals can assist in the process in various ways to help people on their conception journey. Some professionals may provide education while others may give medical care or advice.
Health coach’s have the capacity to support folks with myriad of things. From physical, to emotional guidance, a health coach can assist with goal setting, lifestyle changes, perspective and education for folks and families during such a special time.
Home Cooked Meals made with the support of a professional can be immensely beneficial. Having help with meals offers a convenient and customized culinary experience that caters to individual tastes, dietary needs, and lifestyle preferences. It can be a tremendous help for those on a path to conception and looking for more support with meals and food—especially those who are navigating new food choices as part of their trying to connective journey.
Loss and Bereavement Support professionals are there to care for families during the most tender times. As, some pregnancies may not result in a live birth, and individuals and families may need emotional support and guidance during these difficult times. Loss and bereavement support specialists provide compassionate care to help individuals cope with their grief and experiences of loss.
Professionals specializing menstrual health and contraceptive options can help parents make informed decisions about family planning and reproductive health. They may be able to help with things such as fertility awareness and cycle tracking and offer insights into the body’s natural rhythms to assist with attempts to fall pregnant.
Midwives are skilled healthcare professionals who provide comprehensive care to families. Many midwives have the knowledge to offer essential conception advice and guidance to families. Some midwives even offer IUI support in a clinic or at home. Midwives often offer a more personalized and holistic approach to conception planning, emphasizing a close provider-patient relationship for those who are under their care.
Some people like to enter into pregnancy with an established movement routine. Others have one that they would like to learn how to adjust or tweak for their changing body during the stages of pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Nutritionists and Dietitians play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of folks who are trying to fall pregnant. They guide in maintaining a balanced diet, addressing specific nutritional needs such as food allergies or sensitivities to help folks with their desires to become pregnant.
Pelvic Floor Care Professionals have a wide breadth of knowledge that can help people who are trying to conceive. Barriers to conception such as painful penetration, tonic pelvic floor, vaginismus, and more, are all things that a skilled provider can help with.
Surrogacy support from a network or agency helps people fulfill their dreams of growing a family. By offering comprehensive services, surrogacy agencies and networks aim to streamline the surrogacy process, alleviate potential challenges, and create a positive and supportive experience for both intended parents and surrogates.