Fertility, IVF, Pregnancy & Postpartum Support

as well as supporting a healthy pregnancy, and postpartum recovery. TCM focuses on balancing hormones, nourishing the reproductive system, and strengthening overall vitality to optimize each stage of the fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum journey.

IVF & Fertility Support

TCM helps improve reproductive health by addressing imbalances such as irregular cycles, poor egg quality, low ovarian reserve, and hormonal imbalances. Key approaches include:

• Acupuncture – Regulates hormones, improves blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, and reduces stress, which is crucial for conception.
• Herbal Medicine – Nourishes the Kidney and Liver systems, strengthens Yin (egg quality) and Yang (ovulation), and supports healthy uterine lining. Herbs like Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis) and Bai Shao (White Peony) improve blood circulation and regulate cycles.
• Electro-Acupuncture (E-Stim) – Enhances ovarian function and uterine receptivity, beneficial for those with low ovarian reserve or PCOS.
• Dietary Therapy – Focuses on warming and nourishing foods like bone broth, sesame seeds, and walnuts to strengthen reproductive energy.
• Exercise (Qi Gong & Strength Training) – Supports blood circulation, reduces stress, and balances hormones naturally.

IVF & Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Support

TCM is often used alongside IVF, IUI, and egg freezing to enhance success rates by:

• Increasing blood flow to the uterus and ovaries for better implantation.
• Regulating estrogen and progesterone levels for improved egg quality.
• Reducing IVF-related stress and side effects such as bloating and fatigue.
• Strengthening the uterine lining to support implantation.
• Studies have shown that acupuncture before and after embryo transfer can significantly increase IVF success rates.

Pregnancy Support

During pregnancy, TCM helps manage symptoms and ensures a smooth, healthy pregnancy by:

• Alleviating morning sickness – Using acupuncture and herbs like Ginger (Sheng Jiang) and Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel).
• Reducing fatigue – Strengthening Spleen and Kidney Qi for better energy.
• Preventing miscarriage – Nourishing Blood and Yin to maintain a stable pregnancy.
• Relieving back pain, swelling, and insomnia – Acupuncture and gentle exercises help manage discomfort naturally.
• Breech Baby Support – Moxibustion on BL67 (Zhiyin) is traditionally used to turn breech babies before labor.

Postpartum Recovery

TCM views the postpartum period as a time when Qi and Blood are depleted, requiring deep nourishment. Postpartum care focuses on:

• Boosting energy & healing – Herbal formulas and warming foods restore strength after birth.
• Supporting lactation – Herbs like Tong Cao (Rice Paper Plant Stem) and Huang Qi (Astragalus) enhance milk production.
• Balancing mood & preventing postpartum depression – Acupuncture and herbs calm the mind and restore emotional balance.
• Helping with postpartum weight loss – Strengthening digestion and metabolism through dietary therapy and acupuncture.

By treating the root causes of imbalances, TCM provides natural, effective support for conception, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery, helping women achieve optimal reproductive health at every stage.