fertility & pre-natal acupuncture
ACUPUNCTURE FOR FERTILITY & PREGNANCY | SWINDON & CIRENCESTER
professional acupuncture
in Swindon & Cirencester
Acupuncture has long been used to support fertility and pregnancy by promoting balance within the body and addressing the factors that may hinder conception. Whether used as a standalone treatment or in conjunction with conventional fertility interventions, acupuncture offers a natural path to enhancing reproductive health.
HOW ACUPUNCTURE ENHANCES FERTILITY
Scientific studies (Acupuncture Research Evidence | BAcC) show that acupuncture can support fertility by balancing hormones related to reproduction, improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, and thickening the uterine lining, which is crucial for implantation. Acupuncture may also boost egg production and quality, support ovarian function post-ovulation, and enhance the body’s response to fertility treatments. Additionally, by reducing stress hormones, acupuncture can improve the chances of embryo implantation during IVF.
BROWSE SERVICES:
PRE-CONCEPTION HEALTH
Fertility is influenced by many factors, including age, constitution, lifestyle, diet, and stress.
For couples without a diagnosed fertility issue, acupuncture aims to strengthen both partners’ overall health and create a harmonious environment for conception. Your acupuncturist will also offer guidance on lifestyle adjustments that may further support fertility.
CAUSES OF INFERTILITY
Acupuncture can benefit those with diagnosed conditions that impact fertility, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, amenorrhoea (absence of periods), and ovulation disorders.
It is often used alongside conventional medical treatments, providing a complementary approach to improving fertility treatment outcomes.
IMPROVING CHANCE OF PREGNANCY
For people undergoing assisted conception treatments such as IUI, IVF, FET, and ICSI, acupuncture offers valuable support.
It can help alleviate anxiety, reduce the side effects of medication, and improve the chances of pregnancy by enhancing the body’s response to fertility treatments.
ADDRESSING SYMPTOMS
Acupuncture is also used to address a variety of pregnancy-related conditions, ranging from mild discomforts to more serious concerns. These include:
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fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, and depression
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nausea and vomiting, heartburn, and constipation
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back, hip, neck and rib pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and leg cramps
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varicose veins, haemorrhoids, and vulval varicosities
ACUPUNCTURE TO INDUCE LABOUR
From 34 weeks onward, acupuncture treatments can help prepare both mother and baby for the birthing process.
ACUPUNCTURE FOR BREECH BABIES
Specific treatment protocols, often used in Chinese hospitals, can assist in turning breech babies and encouraging the onset of natural labour when the time comes.
THE HOLISTIC APPROACH
Acupuncture offers a natural, holistic approach to reproductive health, providing support from pre-conception through pregnancy and beyond. Whether you're looking to boost fertility, manage pregnancy symptoms, or prepare for childbirth, acupuncture can play a key role in your journey toward parenthood.
Cirencester
Cirencester Hypnotherapy & Health Centre, 84 Dyer Street, Cirencester, GL7 2PF
