5 Days Fertility Detox and Yoga Retreat in UK

Fertility issues

According to the Human Fertilization and Embryology Authority (HFEA), it is estimated that one in seven UK couples have difficulty conceiving - approximately 3.5 million people.

Fertility problems usually occur when our physical, physiological, or psychological systems are out of balance; with each individual factor affecting the other. Imbalances can be caused by a number of internal and external factors including lifestyle and even subconscious blocks that we may be completely unaware of.

Our modern industrialized world exposes us to a host of chemicals that disrupts the natural processes of the body. We are commonly exposed to pesticides in foods and in the air that we breathe. Pesticides are produced with the sole purpose of destroying life. It is no wonder they are closely linked to fertility problems.

Toxic heavy metals such as mercury, aluminum, and lead are known to cause cellular disruption and raise acidity levels in the body, compromising nutrition and impacting fertility. There are also household chemicals from solvent-based paints, preservatives in carpets and cleaning products.

We, then, have the complex psychological factors that can affect fertility in both men and women. Our reaction to and ability to deal with external stressors, fears, and anxiety about childbirth or parenthood, negative beliefs and negative self-talk, repressed emotions, unconscious blocks, sleep problems and depression are just some of the many complex psychological factors.

The extent of these psychological factors usually increase when there are fertility problems present, thus creating that very vicious cycle. Past traumas, unhealed, and unresolved cellular memories create imbalances, and affect our well-being and chances of conception. Previous relationship issues, infidelity, miscarriages and terminations, fears about pregnancy, childbirth, needles and hospitals can also affect fertility on a subconscious level.

There can also be conflicts in the unconscious regarding parenthood. A woman may desperately want a baby, however there may be concerns buried in her psyche that parenthood might affect her career, her independence, her physical appearance or even her relationship.

As you can see there are so many visible and invisible intricate factors that can affect fertility, as well as our overall health and well-being.

Platinum Healing pre-conception optimization

This retreat is for individuals and couples looking for a holistic approach to fertility. Perhaps you are seeking ways to prepare and enhance your body and mind for conception and childbirth, or riding yourself of old physical, psychological and emotional toxins.

Perhaps you are at the early stages of fertility-related issues and require help, guidance, or support. Perhaps you have already gone through IVF or other fertility treatments, or are about to commence with treatment.

People who experience problems conceiving often experience a reduced sense of physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing, which may leave them feeling depressed, anxious, worried, hopeless, guilty, frustrated, angry, and even jealous of others.

Fertility problems can affect all areas of your life including work, family, relationships, and overall health. This retreat will help individuals and couples deal with the impact of infertility and may help to address the possible causes through comprehensive cellular detoxification, holistic healing, awareness, and education.

Aims of fertility detox retreat

This retreat will help you to start addressing some of the main causes of infertility. Some of the external factors of infertility include:

Diet as a result of nutrient and mineral deficiency

Environment where environmental toxins have an effect on the hormonal system

Lifestyle which includes drugs, tobacco and alcohol, sleep, and work life balance

Lack of physical exercise or that of in excess

Weight issues

Physical problems such as ovulation problems, low sperm count, PCOS, fibroids, hormonal imbalances, etc.

Internal factors that can affect infertility including beliefs, emotions, and physiological responses will also be addressed during the retreat. Unhealthy beliefs which result in unhealthy negative emotions and behaviors. Over time, this will disturb the natural balance of the body.

When the bodys natural balance is disrupted, the reproductive system and endocrine system (the system that regulates hormones) is affected. The hormonal system also reacts first to stress. If these beliefs, emotions and physiological responses are not properly addressed fertility as well as overall well-being may be negatively affected.

The fertility retreat can help to enhance fertility by:

Detoxing the body and mind on a deep cellular level

Reducing stress, worry, and anxiety about fertility and parenthood

Increasing feelings of calm using hypnosis, yoga, meditation, relaxation, holistic therapies, and breathing exercises

Restoring physical, mental and emotional balance, health and well-being

Balance can be restored through relaxation, positive cognitive changes, and creative visualization

Educating the individual or couple on lifestyle changes, diet, exercise, and lifestyle

Restoring blood pH Levels for optimum health and wellness

Restoring hormonal balance

Regulating the natural balance in the autonomic nervous system

Regulating and restoring healthy immune system function

Creating balance in the body can be further enhanced by creating balance in our thoughts and feelings

Decreasing negative self-talk and excessive worry will help restore emotional and physical balance

Identifying and resolving issues which may be preventing conception (unconscious or conscious)

The fertility retreat will help prepare for conception by helping you to:

Make necessary changes to lifestyle, diet, and exercise habits

Feel confident and ready for parenthood

Improve intimacy and sexual relationship (for natural conception)

Restore menstrual health, or sperm count and mobility

Prepare for IVF or other fertility treatment

Platinum Health is also committed to providing on-going support by:

Teaching self-help tools and techniques that continue to enhance fertility

Helping you maintain the changes that have been made post retreat

Supporting you to make decisions about fertility treatments and other options for parenthood

Providing a 12-month post-retreat support

Skype and face-to-face consultations post-retreat which is available as extra

Hypnobirthing which is also available post-retreat should you wish to look at childbirth with the same holistic approach

The retreat can help to reduce the negative effects of infertility by:

Restoring self-esteem and self-worth

Working through emotions, e.g. anger, jealousy, guilt, stress, anxiety, and depression

Building coping strategies and developing inner resources

Resolving relationship problems with partner, family, and friends

Increasing sexual Intimacy and affection

Restoring trust in one's own amazing body

Restoring the body to good health after medical treatments

Providing emotional support and an opportunity to talk openly with your therapist

Yoga

Yoga is a practice that includes various techniques to promote relaxation, improve strength, clear the mind, and induce a feeling of union of body, mind, and soul, among other numerous advantages. Whether you seek to lose weight, reduce stress, improve your breathing and posture, or maybe just to improve your general well-being, yoga is a huge step in the right direction.

Pranayama is a Sanskrit word meaning "extension of the prana or breath" or more accurately, "extension of the life force". The word is composed of two Sanskrit words, prana is life force or vital energy, particularly the breath, and ayama is to extend, draw out, restrain, or control.

The meditational benefits are delivered right away by helping your mind to settle, bringing about a state of deep relaxation and calmness. It brings you into the present moment with awareness. Many people credit much of their happiness, health, and success to their daily meditation practice. Anyone can become an entirely self-sufficient meditator within just one 60-minute session.

This retreat will take place in the beautiful Arundel. Arundel is a market town and civil parish in the South Downs of West Sussex in the south of England. Other nearby towns include Worthing to the south-east, Littlehampton to the south, and Bognor Regis to the south-west. The River Arun runs through the eastern side of the town and the town is famous for its historic castle and cathedral.

This retreat will also be offered at Lincolnshire in a 5-star boutique eco retreat set within the grounds of a huge estate in a wooded valley in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the retreat is surrounded by beautiful rolling green hills hosting an extensive network of footpaths leading to unspoilt villages and just 2 miles from the national cycle route making it an ideal base for walking or cycling.

If it is luxury you are after with a unique and unforgettable experience, then this retreat will not disappoint! You will be able to really indulge in some of the finest surroundings that Sussex has to offer.

Set in a stunning 19th century converted barn in a rural setting, just under a mile from the historic center of Arundel, it is within walking distance along the River Arun with breathtaking views of the Sussex downs and Arundel Castle.

The retreat is set near the heart of the famous town of Arundel. With its breath taking views of the castle and meandering rivers, this retreat is a real gem of a find for anyone with a passion for walking, history, culture, and being in the glorious Sussex countryside.

There are lovely river walks, hill top contemplation spots, hiking paths, and breathtaking views just minutes away. This is a contemporary luxury accommodation offers you plenty of amenities that will ensure you a comfortable and pleasant stay.

Located in a peaceful and quiet environment, it has an indoor heated swimming pool, underfloor heating, quality linen and towels, beautiful sandy beaches nearby, stunning views of Arundel Castle, and a direct train line from London.

Activities Indoor swimming pool Massage Spa

General Caf nearby Garden

Services Free! Parking Free! WiFi Shop nearby

• 4 nights accommodation
• 12 months post detox support (via e-mail and telephone)
• 60-minute consultation with medical herbalist
• 90-minute nutritional therapy / naturopathy session with Skype follow-up post-retreat
• 90-minute Fertile Body Method session
• A variety of organic super food
• Access to a library of health and well-being books, magazines, CDs, and DVDs
• Alkalizing formulas
• Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal supplements
• Breaking the fast fresh fruit platter on day of departure
• Breathing exercises for cleansing, calming, and balancing body and mind
• Check in with emotional well-being manager or educator
• Complete signature platinum juice detox program
• Colon cleansing and detox supplements
• Daily group check in with medical herbalist or nutritional therapist
• Detox beverages and herbal cleansing teas
• Detox herbal formulas
• Detox guidelines and support with daily group check-ins
• Detox mineral electrolyte broth or soup
• Education on detox and health choices
• Evening program of workshops, pranayama, dance, etc.
• Full use of the extensive grounds
• Guided country walk (weather permitted)
• Informal discussions on nutrition, health, the mind, and the law of attraction
• Inspirational and educational movies shown daily
• Intestinal cleansers
• Intestinal cleansing husks
• Liver and kidney cleansers
• Liver and kidney supportive formulas
• Morning program of yoga for all levels
• Nutritional and herbal supplements
• pH balancing formulas
• Post retreat dietary guidance and support
• Probiotics (to repopulate friendly bacteria)
• Raw food fresh snacks
• The onsite detox and wellness shop
• Wheatgrass and aloe vera juices
• Yogic cleansing exercises for releasing toxic energy and emotions

• Colonics / enema's, parasite cleansing, and liver flush (optional and extra)
• Home detox kit if you would like to continue your detox at home (optional and extra)
• Personal fitness training and nutritional therapy available (extra)
• Flights to and from UK
• Transfers to and from the retreat location
• Travel insurance

Check in

From 4 p.m.

Check out

• By 10.30 a.m.

Itinerary information

Please arrive at 4 p.m. on Monday (unfortunately you will not be able to arrive earlier than this time). Departure time is 10.30 a.m. on Friday. The last check-in on the day of retreat start is at 5.30 p.m.

All staff will be conducting a welcome talk from 5.45 p.m. onwards. There will be no one available to check you in after this time. If you are unable to arrive before 5.45 p.m., the next available check-in time will be the following day after 9 a.m. You will need to inform Platinum Healing if you cannot make the arrival time as a separate welcome talk will need to be arranged.

Important information

You must make Platinum Healing aware at the time of booking of any pre-existing medical conditions, as it may not be possible for you to undertake all of the treatments included in your chosen package due to contra-indications.

If you do have pre-existing medical conditions, once Platinum Healing has received your booking form and if the various therapists feel it is necessary Platinum Healing will then discuss with you alternative options. Failure to notify Platinum Healing in advance, i.e. on your booking form, will result in you not being able to undertake any treatments that may have possible contra-indications.

If you fail to inform Platinum Healing of any pre-existing medical conditions or medication at the time of booking or upon arrival, Platinum Healing cannot be held responsible for any health issues that arise from possible contra-indications.

In some circumstances and if the management or therapists feel it is necessary, Platinum Healing may require a letter from your GP stating that they are happy for you to commence with the retreat. If you are taking medication of any kind it is advised that you consult your doctor before embarking on a retreat.

Platinum Healing is unable to accept anyone who is insulin dependent (type 1 diabetes) on a detox retreat. Platinum Healing will not accept pregnant or breast feeding women, anyone who is below their BMI (body mass index), or suffering with anorexia on a detox retreat. You must inform Platinum Healing immediately if any of the above applies to you after your initial booking.

Additional information

• For more information ask your questions directly to Platinum Healing who will be happy to assist you. Simply click on the Contact Organizer button to send a message.

Driving directions

The retreat location is easily accessible via motorway routes from London, Gatwick, and neighboring Brighton, Worthing, Horsham, and Chichester.

Arrival by airplane

Arrive at any airports in London.

The retreat location is just a 5-minute taxi ride from Arundel Railway Station. Direct regular trains come from Brighton, Gatwick Airport, London, and Southampton. A very easy get away for city and European-based clients.

Arrival by train

• The retreat location is just a 5-minute taxi ride from Arundel Railway Station. Direct regular trains come from Brighton, Gatwick Airport, London, and Southampton.

Payment

A 50% deposit is required to secure your place along with a completed booking form. You must also inform Platinum Healing prior to booking if you are taking any medication, or if there is anything else you feel that Platinum Healing should know.

Upon receipt of your completed signed booking form and deposit, you will be sent a booking confirmation letter by email; this is the confirmation of your booking. Until you have received this confirmation, no booking can be guaranteed.

All places are subject to availability at time of you making your deposit payment. If payment is made for a specific retreat date and during the time of your funds clearing, the retreat fully books, a full refund will be offered or an alternative retreat date.

The balance of the retreat should be received by us 7 days prior to retreat start. Any additional treatments booked prior to the retreat start should be paid 7 days prior to arrival (check-in). Any additional treatments booked during your retreat will be invoiced separately and payment will be required one day prior to departure (check-out).

Once your treatments have been booked and confirmed in writing they can be changed or cancelled where possible, but only by giving Platinum Healing at least 7 days’ notice prior to retreat start. Treatments cannot be changed or cancelled during your retreat or with less than 7 days’ notice prior to retreat start.  Please ensure that you are 100% happy with your choice of treatments. Additional treatments can be booked during your retreat subject to availability.

Platinum Healing cannot be held responsible for any travel costs incurred, before the booking has been acknowledged in writing. If the client chooses to arrive late or leave before the end of the retreat, Platinum Healing will not refund any unused night’s accommodation and treatments cannot be re-arranged or refunded.

 

Cancellation

Once Platinum Healing has received your booking, any cancellation will result in the loss of the deposit amount paid. Within 7 days of the retreat start, cancellation will result in the loss of the full retreat amount.

In some circumstances and only with more than 30 days’ notice, you may also be able to change your retreat date subject to availability. Only one alternative date change will be offered. This is, however, entirely at the discretion of the management and will be reviewed on an individual basis. There is an administration charge of 75 GBP for any date change or cancellation.

If a refund is given, all bank changes incurred will be covered by the client/guest.  For international bank transfer refunds, there is also an additional administration fee of 25 GBP. 

Platinum Healing cannot refund in the event of a natural disaster, adverse weather conditions, personal injury, or any other personal reason for you not being able to participate in the retreat.

Should Platinum Healing need to cancel the retreat for unforeseen circumstances or if minimum numbers have not been reached, you may either transfer your booking to the next available date, or Platinum Healing will reimburse all money received from you. Only one alternative date will be offered, once this is booked, the normal terms and conditions will apply. This does not include refunds on flights, insurance, transfers or any other related costs incurred.

 

Change policy

If for any reason anything has to be changed during your stay owing to staff illness, you will be offered an alternative. This may include treatments and therapies, sessions, consultations, fitness or yoga sessions. 

For workshops and treatments that are offered for free or as part of a promotion or special offer, Platinum Healing will not be able to offer an alternative to the value of the workshop or treatment, but will endeavor to provide an alternative. Platinum Healing reserves the right to change any of the inclusive components of any retreat at any given time without prior notice.

 

Accepted payment methods

Credit card, Debit card

 

Property information

Guests will have to pay for any losses or damage to the property unless the cost can be recovered under any household insurance held by the owner. Hence, guests must take good care of the property and not to part with possession of the property, or share it, except with members of the party listed when booking.

Guests must not cause an annoyance or become a nuisance to occupants of adjoining premises. This includes not playing music after 11 p.m. and not to smoke anywhere on the property. Guests must also inform the retreat manager or owners of Brooklands of any problems or breakages immediately.

Guests must maintain the peaceful atmosphere of the retreat by refraining from using mobile phones and Skype in any communal areas, and respecting the other guests and retreat staff at all times.

The owners of the property and Platinum Healing shall not be liable for any loss, damage, expense, accident, injury or inconvenience, whether to person or property, which the applicant or any other person may suffer or sustain arising out of, or in respect of, any booking/letting.

If there is a breach of any of these conditions by the guest, the owners of the retreat reserve the right to re-enter the property and end the retreat and ask the guest to leave.

 

Travel insurance information

Please note that Platinum Healing is not liable for any accident or injury occurred during the duration of your stay, and in booking with Platinum Healing, you are acknowledging this fact. It is essential that you take out travel insurance as soon as you book your retreat, which will cover you for any emergencies, delays, and cancellations to your booking.