Jane’s Philosophy and Approach in Using Acupuncture to Help You Conceive
Each couple’s “fertility journey” and challenges are different, and I do my best to tailor the acupuncture treatments for maximum effectiveness. The first visit includes a history and assessment followed by a treatment. The visit lasts about an hour and a half. Subsequent visits will last about an hour, which includes the counseling and treatment time.
I don’t have a “one size fits all” approach, but some of the cornerstones of my program include:
Acupuncture & Conception: I use the points that are known to increase blood flow to the uterus, enhance ovulation, reduce anxiety. In the case of male infertility, there are known points and herbs that improve the quality of sperm.
Herbs & Conception/Pregnancy: I am conservative about the use of herbs and only use those that I know to be safe in pregnancy. If a couple does not want to use herbs, I respect that decision.
Supplements & Fertility: There are a number of safe and effective vitamins and supplements that I highly recommend to enhance male and female fertility.
“Hi Jane, I just wanted to let you know how grateful I am to you for your acupuncture services and teaching me the impossible — how to relax ! Also, I am PREGNANT ! I feel so elated and happy. We actually found out last week after having two of the hcg tests.” ~
M.N. 11/17/08
Read more acupuncture and pregnancy success stories here.
Nutrition Counseling & Conception: An important part of my approach is nutrition education and counseling, from an Eastern and Western perspective. I believe strongly in the concept of food as medicine, and that Mother Nature put everything on the earth that we need to thrive. We just have to find it, and eat it.
Natural Family Planning Instruction: I am knowledgeable and experienced about the various ways to identify the optimal time for a couple to try to conceive. There are many more “signs” a couple should be taking into consideration in addition to doing ovulation test strips.
Individual Instruction in Mindfulness Meditation: This form of breath based meditation has been proven to increase healing and balance for a variety of problems including anxiety and insomnia. The stress of trying to conceive can really be emotionally draining, and in some cases, stress may be a factor in a couples inability to conceive. I guarantee that if you practice what I will teach, you will feel noticeably stronger and more grounded.