Reproductive Health
ACUPUNCTURE FOR FERTILITY
• Hormonal imbalances (such as PCOS, endometriosis)
• Irregular cycles
• Unexplained infertility
• Male fertility factors (low sperm count, motility, or morphology)
Acupuncture for Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a transformative time, but it often comes with physical and emotional challenges. Acupuncture offers a safe, drug-free way to alleviate common pregnancy issues while supporting your overall health. Acupuncture for pregnancy can help manage nausea, back pain, insomnia, and anxiety, promoting a more balanced experience throughout your pregnancy. At Abby Paloma Acupuncture, I work closely with your OBGYN or midwife to provide complementary care that supports both you and your growing baby.
Here are some common issues we can address with acupuncture throughout your pregnancy:
• First Trimester: Acupuncture can help maintain healthy implantation, reduce morning sickness, alleviate fatigue, and calm early pregnancy anxieties.
• Second Trimester: This phase is often when aches and pains begin to surface. Acupuncture can relieve back pain, sciatica, and digestive discomfort while promoting a healthy pregnancy.
• Third Trimester: Preparing your body for birth is essential. We can address swelling, insomnia, and third-trimester discomforts like pelvic pain while also supporting the natural initiation of labor.
Acupuncture for Postpartum Recovery
After childbirth, whether through natural delivery or cesarean section, your body needs time to heal and restore. Postpartum acupuncture accelerates recovery, addresses common issues such as c-section scar tissue, and helps restore hormonal balance. Acupuncture can also reduce postpartum pain and fatigue, supporting a smoother recovery process. I offer specialized care for postpartum acupuncture, including moxibustion to rebuild warmth and energy, as well as herbal support to assist in your recovery.
My postpartum herb bundle is available for purchase and is designed to replenish and nourish your body during this critical time.
Common postpartum issues acupuncture addresses include:
• C-section scar tissue healing
• Hormonal fluctuations (mood swings, postpartum depression, anxiety)
• Breastfeeding support
• Fatigue and sleep disturbances
• Pelvic pain and pelvic floor rehabilitation
Acupuncture for Menstrual Health
Menstrual health is often overlooked, with many women believing that painful or irregular periods are something they must tolerate. In reality, these are signs of imbalance that can be addressed with acupuncture. Acupuncture can regulate hormonal imbalances, reduce pain, and improve menstrual cycle regularity. Whether you suffer from heavy bleeding, cramping, PCOS, or irregular periods, acupuncture can help harmonize your cycle and improve your overall well-being.
Common menstrual issues I address include:
• Painful periods (dysmenorrhea)
• Irregular periods (early, late, or missed cycles)
• Hormonal imbalances (PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids)
• PMS symptoms (bloating, mood swings, breast tenderness)
• Fertility challenges related to menstrual irregularities
Chinese medicine, through acupuncture and herbs, has provided women with natural, effective treatment options for thousands of years. Whether your goal is pain-free periods, balanced hormones, or optimized fertility, I can help you honor and nurture your body’s natural rhythms.
Research
- Manheimer E et al. (2008): A systematic review found that combining acupuncture with IVF increased the odds of clinical pregnancy by 65% compared with IVF alone. (BMJ)
- Paulus W et al. (2002): Acupuncture before and after embryo transfer resulted in a 42.5% clinical pregnancy rate, compared to 26.3% without acupuncture. (Fertil Steril)
- Cochrane S et al. (2016): Women who underwent acupuncture along with lifestyle modifications conceived in 5.5 weeks, compared to 10.67 weeks for those who made lifestyle changes alone. (Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine)
- Ried K. (2015): A meta-analysis found that Chinese herbal medicine doubled pregnancy rates from 30% to 60% over 3–6 months, compared to Western medical therapies. (Complement Therapy Medicine)
- Hullender Rubin Lee et al. (2015): Whole Systems Traditional Chinese Medicine (WS-TCM) was associated with a 61% live birth rate compared to 48% for IVF alone. (Reproductive Biomedicine Online)
- Pei J et al. (2005): Acupuncture increased the percentage of sperm with no structural defects in men treated for idiopathic infertility. (Fertility and Sterility)
- Dieterle S et al. (2009): Acupuncture improved sperm motility in men with severe oligoasthenozoospermia, enhancing the percentage of motile sperm. (Fertility and Sterility)
- Betts D, Lenox S (2006): A study found that acupuncture as a pre-birth treatment can reduce labor times and decrease medical interventions during childbirth. (Medical Acupuncture)
- Cardini F, Weixin H (1998): A study on moxibustion for breech presentation showed that 74.8% of babies in the moxibustion group turned to the correct position compared to 47.7% in the control group. (Journal of the American Medical Association)
- Gaudernack L, Forbord S, Hole E (2007): Acupuncture administered after spontaneous rupture of membranes reduced labor time and decreased the need for oxytocin in laboring women. (Midirs Midwifery Digest)
- Habek D, Barbir A et al. (2004): A study showed that acupuncture at the Pc6 acupoint was highly successful in treating nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. (Forsch Komplementarmed Klass Natureheilkd)
