Naturopathic Medicine for Maternal and Pediatric Wellness -Michelle Haff, ND
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct approach to wellness that integrates modern, science-based knowledge, with traditional diagnostic and treatment methods. Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are educated at 4-year accredited medical colleges and must pass two sets of Boards to be eligible for licensure.
How are Naturopathic Doctors different from conventional doctors (MDs and DOs)?
Naturopathic Doctors receive similar training to conventional doctors, but what sets them apart is their philosophy and approach to treatment. Naturopathic Doctors treat the whole person, taking into account all the systems of the body and all aspects of a person – mind, body, and spirit. Naturopathic Doctors aim to find the root cause of illness instead of treating only the symptoms. When the cause of a condition is found, this leads to more effective care and better health outcomes in the long-run. NDs spend more time with patients, with visits lasting 60-90 minutes for the initial exam and 15-60 minutes for follow up visits.
What types of natural treatments are available?
Naturopathic Doctors are trained in many non-invasive, non-toxic therapeutic modalities, including diet and nutrition, supplementation, herbal medicine, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, acupuncture, physical medicine, counseling, and mind-body medicine. While NDs always start with natural treatment modalities, in many states they can also prescribe pharmaceuticals, when necessary.
Who is Dr. Michelle Haff?
Dr. Haff is a Naturopathic Doctor at Lilac Natural Medicine in Manchester, NH. Her practice focuses on Pediatrics, Women’s Medicine, GI, Endocrine, and Mental Health conditions. She uses a variety of Naturopathic treatment modalities with her patients, and especially loves Diet and Nutrition, Supplementation, and Botanical Medicine. Treating families is one of her greatest joys, in particular helping them navigate pre-conception, infancy, and the early years of childhood.
What services are available to Moms and Babies?
Dr. Haff sees kids and adults of all ages, including newborns. She offers a complimentary Meet & Greet appointment for expectant parents.
Services for Mom:
Lactation Support
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
Adrenal Fatigue
Gynecological Exams
Hormonal Imbalances
Thyroid conditions
Digestive Issues
Women's Medicine
Sleep concerns
Pediatric Services
Wellness Exams
Food Allergies
Ear Infections
Sleep concerns
Breastfeeding
Food Introduction
School Physicals
Primary Care
Cold and Flu
Teething
GI concerns
Eczema
Reflux
Colic
Where can I learn more?
To learn more, visit Lilac Natural Medicine or call 603-707-4433.
