Fertility& IVF

Acupuncture for Pregnancy

Several trials have examined the effect of acupuncture on symptoms that occur in pregnancy and the effect of acupuncture on labour. Most of the trials examining the effect of acupuncture in pregnancy have focused on its action during and before labour, measuring labour pain and duration, as well initiation of labour when it is overdue.

(The feasibility of acupuncture as an adjunct intervention for antenatal depression: a pragmatic randomised controlled trial, S Ormsby et al, JAD, 275, 1 October 2020, Pages 82-93 Journal of Affective Disorders)

Fertility & IVF Support

Evidence-Based Acupuncture to Enhance Reproductive Health

Acupuncture has been shown to support fertility and assist couples undergoing IVF by improving blood flow, hormonal balance, and stress reduction. Used alongside conventional fertility treatments, it enhances overall reproductive wellbeing in a gentle, non-invasive way.

How Acupuncture Supports Fertility

  • Improves uterine and ovarian blood flow to support implantation

  • Regulates hormonal cycles for ovulation and menstrual regularity

  • Reduces stress and anxiety, improving overall IVF success rates

  • Supports egg quality and sperm health

  • Eases common fertility-related symptoms, including menstrual pain and endometriosis discomfort

Evidence & Research

  • A systematic review (Cochrane, 2018) concluded acupuncture around embryo transfer increases pregnancy rates for women undergoing IVF.

  • Randomized trials show acupuncture reduces stress and anxiety during fertility treatments, which may positively influence outcomes.

  • Studies highlight improved uterine lining thickness and blood flow in patients receiving acupuncture as part of pre- and post-transfer protocols.

(References: Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2018; Hum Reprod 2012; Fertil Steril 2016)

What Patients Can Expect

  • Sessions are tailored to each stage of natural fertility planning or IVF cycles.

  • Gentle, precise protocols ensure safety for women undergoing hormone therapy or procedures.

  • Integrative guidance for lifestyle, nutrition, and stress reduction complements medical fertility care.

  • Private, in-home sessions for maximum comfort, privacy, and discretion.

  • Mask is recommended if you are unwell.

  • If you got covid, please stay at home and give us 24 hours notice.

  • a cancellation fee $50 will be in place when you fail to give 24 hours notice.

  • a no show or cancellation one hour before your appointment will occur a full appointment fee charge.