Session 1*: 6:00-8:30pm

• Introduction of group members
• Explanation of mechanics of programme
• Relationship between stress and infertility
• Side effects and consequences of stress
• Introduction to relaxation techniques
• Assignment of buddy

Session 2: 6:00-8:30pm

• Diaphragmatic breathing
• Mini relaxation exercises
• Learning effective communication

Session 3: 6:00-8:30pm

• The art of self-nurturance
• Learning to care for yourself

Session 4: 6:00-8:30pm

• The impact of lifestyle behaviour and infertility
• Introduction to mindfulness for fertility

Session 5: 6:00-8:30pm

• The pros and cons of exercise
• Introduction to Hatha yoga

Session 6: 6:00-8:30pm

• Introduction to stress management
• Session 1 of Cognitive Restructuring - a self-help technique

Session 7*: 10:00-4:00pm (Sunday session)

• Day spent with husbands/partners
• Hatha yoga
• Reducing stress with humour
• Goal setting
• Improving communication

Session 8: 6:00-8:30pm

• Session 2 of Cognitive Restructuring
• Coping with, and effectively expressing, anger

Session 9*: 6:00-8:30pm

• Partners may attend mini support group for men
• Emotional expression
• Parenting

Session 10: 6:00-8:30pm

• Assertiveness training
• Summary and review of programme
• Tips to maintain improvements
  

The Bridge Mind/Body Programme consists of 10 weekly sessions.
All the sessions are held on the the same weekday evening except for session 7 which is on Sunday.

* Partners are welcome and encouraged to participate in these sessions.

Cost: £395 to include an intake/counselling session and all course materials