Acupuncture for Fertility, Pregnancy & Postpartum

 
 
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Preconception Health

Studies show that acupuncture for fertility:

  • Increases blood flow to the uterus to promote implantation

  • Improves ovarian function, which may help produce better quality eggs and a larger number of follicles

  • Reduces side effects of drugs utilized in IUI, IVF, ART procedures

  • Reduces stress hormones and anxiety

  • Decreases uterine contraction, intended to encourage implantation and prevent early miscarriage

  • Boost quality and motility of sperm

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Optimizing pregnancy

Acupuncture in the 1st trimester may help with:

  • Digestive issues including morning sickness, nausea, vomiting and heartburn

  • Fatigue and decreased energy

  • Stress or anxiety

Acupuncture in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters may benefit:

  • Muscle aches including carpal tunnel, back pain, hip pain

  • Pregnancy-induced hypertension

  • Insomnia

  • Stress or anxiety

  • Swelling and edema

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Postpartum recovery

Acupuncture can help improve the postpartum recovery by helping:

  • Boost energy

  • Relieve feeling of emptiness

  • Benefit breast issues including mastitis, clogged ducts and low milk supply

  • Minimize baby blues

  • Reduce feeling of stress or anxiety