The Beginning of Life: Energetics of Pregnancy and Embryological Development

In this class, we look at the dynamic proper to each of the 10 months of pregnancy as they are presented in the traditional Chinese texts; we study the relationship with the succession of the dominant meridians in the mother’s body and the alternation of the dominating Elements in the fetus. Then we look at some classical texts on the gestation and at some basic pathologies.

The Beginning of Life

Energetics of Pregnancy and Embryological Development

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By taking this course, you will

  • Identify the ten stages of embryonic development as described in traditional Chinese texts, and explain their significance in the constitution of a living being.
  • Analyse the dynamic progression of each month during pregnancy, relating it to the dominant meridians in the mother’s body and the alternating dominant Elements in the fetus.
  • Explore classical texts on gestation and fertility, gaining insights into and understanding the meaning of essential expressions like “tiangui” and the arrival of fertility.
  • Evaluate fetal development and the mother’s influence, with a focus on identifying specific channels in the mother and corresponding Five elements in the fetus for each month.
  • Apply knowledge to support pregnant women effectively.

Course Overview

The embryo develops in 10 stages, which the traditional texts describe as phases in the constitution of a living being. The pregnant woman, aware of the innermost movements of blood and qi, protects herself from the risk of imbalance and supports the development of her child through appropriate behaviour in her activities, her diet, her thoughts and emotions. 

In this course, we look at the dynamic proper to each of the 10 months of pregnancy as they are presented in the traditional Chinese texts; we study the relationship with the succession of the dominant meridians in the mother’s body and the alternation of the dominating Elements in the fetus. Then we look at some classical texts on the gestation and at some basic pathologies.

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About the Teacher

Elisabeth Rochat de la Vallée

Senior sinlogist Elisabeth Rochat de laVallée has been studying and translating the classics of Chinese Medicine and philosophy for over 40 years. She continues teaching worldwide.

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