Fertility Acupuncture & Pregnancy Care

Fertility Acupuncture Treatment in Derby

Are you looking for fertility acupuncture treatment in Derby and the surrounding local area?

Acupuncture and Fertility: Support at all stages of your Journey

I am here to support you through every step of your fertility journey.  Acupuncture treatment can benefit patients at all stages, whether they are just starting to prepare for pregnancy, have been trying to conceive for some time, need some help during pregnancy, or require treatment to support conventional medical Assisted Reproductive Techniques such as IUI, IVF and ICSI.

I understand how difficult this process can be and the emotional toll it can take.  I provide compassion, support and a fresh perspective.   I use acupuncture to promote hormonal balance, ovulation and to prepare the body for conception, whether it is natural or via assisted reproductive technology. 

Supporting Fertility with Acupuncture

Acupuncture has a long history of successfully supporting fertility, and I am passionate about looking after women through every stage of their reproductive journey.

Acupuncture can help to reduce stress levels by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system and facilitate modulation of your immune system, both of which play an important role in reproductive health.  It is also thought to increase the blood flow to the uterus and regulate hormones, which may help to decrease the chance of miscarriage.

Treatment with acupuncture recognises the emotional as well as the physical difficulties that play a role in fertility, and every patient is treated holistically and according to their own individual needs.

Fertility Acupuncture Treatment at the Derby Acupuncture Clinic

I know that change can take time, and I recommend a minimum three-month preparatory programme of weekly sessions of acupuncture treatment, along with diet and lifestyle changes, to maximise your chances of success.  The process of recruiting and maturing an ovarian follicle takes around 3 months, and during this time we also aim to improve uterine quality.  Traditional Chinese Medicine in simplistic terms understands illness and infertility as being caused by imbalance, which needs to be corrected.  The aim of treatment is to get you in the best shape possible for fertility and pregnancy, and to prepare you for conception, whether natural or assisted. 

My Approach

I offer a thorough and personalised approach to treatment, and fertility acupuncture treatment with me involves one to one care – I never see two people at once and my time when you are with me is dedicated to you.  

I advocate for your fertility and reproductive health through tailored and effective treatment and expert support.  As a Fertility Support Trained practitioner, I have been taught to dig a little deeper and question further, and in doing so I guide you and empower you through education to enable you to have more control and input.  I will take time to consider your medical history, your journey so far, any treatments and tests you have had to date, looking for any gaps, as well as looking at all areas of your lifestyle, diet and emotional health to see if any adjustments may assist you in achieving your goal.  

An Ideal Adjunct Therapy for Fertility Treatments

There are a number of ways in which acupuncture for fertility may be beneficial; in essence it helps to prepare the body to provide an optimal environment to nourish life. It is a very safe treatment that comes without the side effects which can accompany some medications, making it an ideal adjunct therapy to treatments such as IVF. 

Book Your Fertility Acupuncture Appointment

If you have any questions about fertility acupuncture, or how I may be able to help you on your journey, please get in touch.  If you are ready to begin a course of acupuncture treatment, we can arrange that for you, or if you have further questions,  please contact me to arrange a free 15 minute discovery call to discuss the potential for fertility acupuncture to help you.

 Whether you’re in Derby or the surrounding areas, Ann-Marie Shepherd is here to help you every step of the way.

Acupuncture Treatment During Pregnancy

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Acupuncture is also a safe treatment during pregnancy when it is particularly important to avoid many every day medical treatments. Women can experience all sorts of ailments during pregnancy such as nausea, fatigue, backache, sciatica, migraines, stress and anxiety as well as a continuation of any pre-existing conditions.

Acupuncture is a safe and effective option and can also support general wellbeing at this important time. Acupuncture treatment can also assist mothers following childbirth.

Start Your Journey Today

Whether you’re looking for acupuncture treatments in Derbyshire to help with fertility or pregnancy, Ann-Marie Shepherd’s services can help. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the clinic in Derby to discuss your specific needs and requirements today.