Fertility & Reproductive Health Blog
Evidence-informed articles on acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, fertility, menstrual and reproductive health, IUI and IVF, and pregnancy care.
Know Your Cycle: What to Track Over the Next 3 Menstrual Cycles
Learn what to track during your menstrual cycle, including your period, pain, ovulation, and PMS symptoms. This simple 3-cycle guide can help you better understand your unique patterns and what to bring to your next appointment.
Male Fertility Acupuncture: How TCM Supports Sperm Health
Approximately 50% of infertility cases involve a male factor, yet sperm health is rarely talked about. Here is a clear, evidence-informed guide to how acupuncture supports sperm motility, morphology, count, and DNA fragmentation from both a TCM and western medicine perspective.
What Is Fertility Acupuncture and Can It Help You Conceive?
Fertility acupuncture is gaining recognition as a powerful complement to natural conception, IUI, and IVF but what does it actually do? Here is a clear, evidence-informed breakdown from both a TCM and western medicine perspective, including what the latest research says about IVF success rates.
Why Start Fertility Acupuncture 3 Months Before Trying to Conceive?
Did you know the egg you ovulate three months from now is already developing today? As an acupuncturist with a focus on fertility, here is why I recommend a minimum of three menstrual cycles of preparation and what you can realistically expect to notice along the way.
Let's Begin Your Journey Together
You deserve to feel heard, understood, and confident in your care. Whether you're trying to conceive or navigating pregnancy, I'd love to learn your story and create a thoughtful treatment plan that feels right for you.
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