Meditation for Beginners by Jack Kornfield

Meditation is often perceived as an unattainable mode of relaxation.  We commonly see it as reserved for yogis and those with little conflict.  Jack Kornfield’s book and accompanying CD, Meditation for Beginners dispels those ideas, and introduces us to meditation, in a simple and easy to comprehend format.  While the book offers some great explanations and insight, the accompanying CD is wonderful.  Kornfield...

IVF Giveaway Winning Numbers

By now the people who were the winners of the 2010 NIAW IVF giveaway should have received an email notification. Below are the 4 winning numbers. If you have any questions about the financial aspect of the giveaway or would like to get started, please contact Tracey Quinn at tquinn@cnyfertility.com. Thanks and best to all of you! # 215, 234, 485 and 617.

Words of Support and Encouragement Week of May 10, 2010

“When we take time to quiet ourselves, we can all sense that our lives could be lived with greater compassion and greater wakefulness.  To meditate is to support this inner potential and allow it to come forth into our lives.”  Jack Kornfield, Meditation for Beginners During almost every support group session, we address the emotions around seeing someone that is pregnant.  Our patients will often...

CNY Fertility Center NIAW IVF Giveaway Notifications

Our 2010 IVF Giveaway registration was closed this past Sunday. We are currently going through the list and notifying everyone of their registrant number. Several people have inquired as to why they didn’t get their number yet. We ask that you please be patient. All numbers will be given out before this coming Monday night. The 4 winners will be notified by this coming Tuesday morning. Thank you to all whom...

April’s Journey to Fertility: Another Mother’s Day

April is a CNY Fertility Center patient and has been on her journey to fertility for approximately two and a half years. April will share candid stories and a unique perspective on the fertility challenges many women and couples face. CNY Fertility Center has locations in Syracuse, Albany and Rochester, NY. Week 47: Another Mother’s Day As we approach yet...

May Workshops on Yoga for Fertility and Meditation

This month at CNY Fertility & Healing Arts Centers we are focusing on Yoga for Fertility and relaxation with meditation. Read more about Yoga for Fertility and it’s benefits here. We have several workshops available for you to attend, as well as weekly classes, at all of our locations. We hope to see you at one or more of our offerings! Click here for contact information for our 3 CNY Healing Arts...

Words of Support and Encouragement Week of May 3, 2010

The clouds that wander through the sky Have no roots, no home; nor do the distinctive Thoughts floating through the mind. Once this is seen, Discrimination stops. … Rest at ease your body. Giving not, nor taking, Put your mind at rest. Maha Mudra is like a mind that clings to nothing. Tilopa (988-1069 CE) from “Song of Maha Mudra” What a beautiful weekend!  I hope you were able to get outside, and...

Holiday Support Guide: Mother’s Day

Sometimes, the holidays can be challenging, especially when you are trying to conceive.  Families often gather together to catch up, and children are typically the focus of attention (either the ones physically present, or in the form of the typical ‘So when are you going to start trying?’ question).  It does not matter if you welcome the holiday as a celebration, or you experience more solemn emotions.  They...