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| EVENTS Allergy Care: A Baby's Guide to Immunity Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Date: Tuesday; May 25th, 2010 Time: 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time (5:00 p.m. Pacific, 7:00 p.m. Central & 8:00 p.m. Eastern) Course Overview Whether it is seasonal allergy, food allergy, or fabric allergy, these forms of hyper-sensitivities may indicate an imbalance within the body's systems. Common allergic reactions include hay fever, hives, eczema, asthma attacks and to the stinging of insects, such as bees and wasps, and to a growing number of medications, as antibiotics, penicillin, and aspirin. On a physical level, an allergy is considered a disorder of the immune system, but it can be digestive and respiratory. On a spiritual level, an allergy may indicate a fear or a panic that the individual is holding onto and this overreact or become "hypersensitive" when he or she perceives an attack. Either way allergies can be potentially dangerous, especially in babies; it then becomes vital to address immediately and with a safe and gentle protocol. Most allergies begun in-utero, so it is important to examine, if possible, the mother's diet, emotional life and response to stress, as these potential factors may have contributed to baby's allergies. In this course, we will explore the different forms of allergies, their impact and the best variety of natural therapy options to build immunity and successfully deal with an onset. Register at VCU ************************ Natural Therapy Options to Assist Weight Management Course Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Date: Tuesday; April 27th, 2010 Time: 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time (5:00 p.m. Pacific, 7:00 p.m. Central & 8:00 p.m. Eastern) Course Overview With a new decade upon us, many have declared losing weight as their main goal. A weight challenge since childhood or due to an illness can cause issues within ourselves that can affect our self-esteem, self-worth, and creative expression in life. It is reported that obesity is high in the United States, for both adults and children; and with this comes the increasing possibility of developing diabetes, heart disease, and various forms of other health issues. In this informative course, we will explore our relationships with food, and how this contributes to the weight issue. In addition, we will examine the various natural therapy resources to safely and gently assist a balanced approach to one's health. Areas such as: types of food intake, portion control, water intake, exercise, and emotional eating will be addressed. Valuable information will be presented on how modalities such as Enzyme Therapy, Herbal Care, Aromatherapy and Homeopathy, can effectively assist us in our journey of weight management. Register at VCU ************************ Flu Season: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Baby Course Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Course Overview Each Flu season the media and pharmaceutical companies create fear about catching the flu and the urgency to protect you and your family with the flu shot, along with other anti-virus vaccinations. With this hysteria, families, uninformed and mis-educated, forgo researching safer wellness options to boost immunity and overall function to support preventative care and/or onset. In this course; we will examine the body's natural, innate capabilities to deal with viruses. We will then explore the plethora of accessible natural health care options available to support the body's healing power. You then will be educated on how to utilize natural wellness care for you, your baby and your entire family. Course available in VCU's archive, register here. ************************ Pregnancy at 40: What You Need To Know! - November 19, 2009, 8pm EST Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Pregnancy at any age can be met with unpredictability and challenges, but what are the myths and facts when pregnant at 40. The fact is, many women in our society are delaying pregnancy/motherhood until their late 40's, or even later. Historically, pregnancy in a woman's early 20's was revered as ideal. Is this a myth or a fact? How has the evolution of our society and women affected this belief in the present day? Have our perspectives progressed and consequently our bodies? In this course, we will explore these questions, as well as, holistic wellness approaches to improve or enhance the body to successfully house and deliver a healthy baby into the world as well as maintain safety for the mother. We will also take a look at dietary, lifestyle, emotional and societal factors that contribute to her health and her unique ability to have the best pregnancy and childbirth possible. This course will assist you to be informed, educated and empowered, should you choose to become pregnant in your 40's or later. Register at VCU to take the course! Other courses by this Instructor is available in VCU's archive ************************ Fertility: How To Improve It Course - October 2009 Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Fertility can be a challenging issue for many women (and men). Perhaps the once easy thought or getting pregnant has now been marred with numerous attempts, tests and contemplation of fertility options. This leaves families to have many questions and seek out the "easiest" methods to address it or just accept the diagnosis. If choosing to address it, know that there are numerous safe and natural therapy approaches you can utilize to improve your fertility. Just as the body, a great communicator, houses the problem, it also houses the answer. Your body is letting you know where the blockages, upsets and unresolved issues lie. In this class, we will explore the leading allopathic medicine to assist fertility and the harmful effects they have of the individuals physical, emotional and mental bodies. We will then transition into the immediate safer resources you can utilize to start the journey of improving your fertility; this includes the multitude of natural therapy options that will increase your ability to conceive and carry full term by addressing existing imbalances within the womb, your emotions and your beliefs. Class is availabe in Vital Connection University's archive, register at VCU ************************ Menstrual Cycle: Cleansing of a Women's Body - September 2009 Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Referred to as 'the curse,' the Menstrual Cycle is labeled with other opinions and fears. Its purpose is vast, physical and metaphysical. A holistic experience in which each vital component (Physical, Emotional, Mental and Spiritual) of the girl or woman plays a part in this ancient phenomenon. In this lecture, we will look at some historical facts and perceptions about the great Menstrual Cycle and the effect it has had on societies, leading up to present day, in which artificial methods exist to stop or pause the cycle. Seen as an inconvenience in many cultures, we will examine the effects these methods have on the body and society. We will explore details of the cleansing process and how factors, such as, diet, stress, belief system and environment contribute to its effectiveness and health of a woman. Natural Therapy suggestions will be provided as wellness tools to assist the cleansing and homeostasis of the individual. Class is available in Vital Connection University's archive, register at VCU ************************ Natural Therapy Options for Newborn Care Course - May 27th, 2009 -A Wonderful Opportunity to Improve Your Newborn's Healthcare Regime Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker With the growing concerns regarding the side effects from epidural usage and over-the-counter drugs, there is an urgency to continuously educate the public about the safe alternatives in newborn care versus the outdated approaches. As we move forward with this informative series, we will continue to explore age-old methods to address the health and welfare of your children. Online Course Details Date: Wednesday; May 27th, 2009 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mountain Time (5:00 p.m. Pacific, 7:00 p.m. Central, 8:00 p.m. Eastern) Class Type: Any Natural Health Practitioner Education: 2 Continuing Education Units Course available in VCU's archive ************************ Healthy Pregnancy & Postpartum Care Course Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Course Overview In this third lecture of the series, we will continue to examine safe, non-invasive and pleasurable holistic health care modalities for mother and baby during the childbirth journey. We will examine the physical, emotional, and psychological changes most women go through at this time; the unexpected body changes, the emotional unpredictability, the pressure to resume life as usual, and the reality and responsibility of caring for a baby. We will also take a look at the postpartum depression phenomenon - the impact it has on women and their lives and society's perception of its veracity; the current Western Medicine Protocol and the available natural therapy resources to assist the entire postpartum journey. Course available in VCU's archive, register here. ************************ Healthy Pregnancy & Child Birth Course Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Course Overview The second lecture in this series, we will continue to examine safe, non-invasive and pleasurable holistic health care modalities for mother and baby during the childbirth journey. The holistic approach helps the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health of mom, baby and their team of support during this delicate and unpredictable passage. The goal is to facilitate a safe, nurturing and loving childbirth experience in which the mother consciously and powerfully participates in the partnership with her baby! Course available in VCU's archive, register here. ************************ Natural Therapy Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy Instructor: Nicole A. Tucker Course Overview This course is an introductory presentation of the natural therapeutic ways in which natural therapy options such as Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Enzyme Nutrition an assist preparing the mind, body and emotions for pregnancy and supporting safe and conscious pregnancy journey for both the mother and soon-to-be born child. We will explore the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual contributing factors that affect the mother's (and father's) health, ability to conceive and carry full term. Natural therapy options for your pregnancy are presented as an approach to assist in balancing the physical and emotional body systems, shifting thought patterns and beliefs about oneself and the birthing process. Join us as we bring naturally enhancing secrets of this divine process! Course available in VCU's archive, register here. ************************ Check out "Ginger Tea with Tiffani: Tools of the Trade: "Four Key Essential Oils for Pain Management during Childbirth"" on Pampered Pregger and Beyond with Tiffani Lawton Time: May 28, 2009 from 10am to 10:30am Location: Your Telephone! Organized By: Tiffani Lawton Event Description: Nicole A. Tucker, Holistic Practitioner and Certfied Aromatherapist of Whole Creations LLC, will present specific information on each essential oil, including their unique therapeutic properties, the variety of ways to administer, how each oil specifically assist pain reduction and balancing. You will also learn how each essential oil benefits other issues during childbirth. Nicole's Natural Therapy background include, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Enzyme Therapy, Holistic Synergy Energywork, Homeopathy, Flower Essences and Herbal Care. 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