Acupuncture for Pregnancy Support & Birth

Congratulations!

At last, a positive pregnancy test. But the worry is huge and the symptoms are harsh, and this doesn't feel like the radiant time you thought it would be.

I can help

You’ve longed for this day, but you’re not feeling as you expected.  The Insta version of a glowing pregnancy isn’t always the reality – it can be a dificult time for the body and mind.  And this can be even more so, if the journey to this pregnancy has been fraught with pain and difficulty.

This is where I can help, as acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for pregnancy are wonderful treatments to bring you back to balance.   They’re safe and nourishing, free from side effects and a great way to alleviate common pregnancy issues.  They help support that early pregnancy, and soothe the stress and anxiety that is often present.

And then, as the due date nears, the treatments help prepare for labour and birth physically, mentally and emotionally.  It keeps the pregnancy on track and helps you to feel well, strong and ready.

Back to balance

Acupuncture for pregnancy helps bring your body back to balance, so your pregnancy flourishes whilst maintaining abundant reserves for you and your health.

Helping you to enjoy this time, feeling strong and well - and then ready for birth and a baby

Acupuncture for Pregnancy can help:

First Trimester

  • Minimise the chances of recurrent miscarriage
  • Nourish embryonic development
  • Reduce morning sickness & hyperemesis gravidarum
  • Boost energy levels and overcome fatigue
  • Support your general health and wellbeing
  • Reduce stress and anxiety
  • Ease indigestion and heartburn

Second & Third Trimester

Alleviate conditions such as:

  • Back pain, sciatica and other aches and pains
  • Tiredness and fatigue
  • Nausea and other digestive problems
  • UTIs, constipation & other bladder & bowel issues
  • Insomnia and poor sleep
  • Symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD)
  • Stress, anxiety, low mood and depression
  • Ankle swelling and oedema
  • Indigestion, heartburn and acid reflux

Acupuncture for Birth

Pre-Birth Treatment

The final weeks of pregnancy are vital for preparing for labour and the birth, and acupuncture is a wonderful aid to being primed on every level.

Physically, it helps to soften the cervix and relax the tendons, with the goal of avoiding an induced labour.  It can help to turn a breech presentation if needed (ideally Week 33 – 35).

Mentally and emotionally, it’s very calming and also empowering, helping women to feel resilient and ready.

And of course, acupuncture for birth helps to keep energy levels up – for the birth and a new baby.

Postpartum Treatment

In Chinese Medicine, the first few weeks after childbirth is vital for recuperation. It is a key time for influencing ongoing health and even future fertility. But of course, that can be very tricky with a new baby.

But your needs are important too and acupuncture treatment at this time can help to bring the body, mind and emotions back to balance. It encourages your body to regain its strength and energy. And it’s fantastic to support with specific problems such as pain, lactation and breastfeeding issues, uterine bleeding, urinary incontinence, hormonal imbalances, postpartum depression and anxiety.

Why me?

My specialism in fertility and gynaecology goes hand in hand with an in-depth knowledge of obstetrics.  Enabling women to achieve the pregnancies they long for is only the start of the journey.  My job is then to help mother and baby flourish throughout the pregnancy, through the natural changes of each trimester. For many who’ve struggled to fall pregnant, those first 12 weeks in particular are a vital time for continuing treatment.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine is a wonderful way of supporting women to feel healthy and strong at every stage of their pregnancy, to feel ready for the birth and a baby, and to boost postpartum recovery.

As a mum of two children, I know those 9 months can be tough at times.  And I know the wonderful benefits that regular acupuncture treatment brought me, and how great it was to have that haven of holistic care throughout.

I love working in this way with my patients now, helping them to flourish and transition towards being a mum during this incredible time.

Jenna, treated for fertility & early pregnancy support

I just want to say thank you for everything so far. You have been an absolute Godsend and I’ve genuinely looked forward to our appointments every week. Thank you for listening to my rants, for being so understanding, for the laughs and for relaxing me. You are brilliant at your job and any woman who is treated by you is very lucky.  I’ve felt so good during this first trimester and can’t thank you enough for all you’ve done.

Liv, treated for breech presentation

I was 32 weeks when we tried moxibustion with Louise. My midwife recommended it and I chose Louise because of her fertility and pregnancy expertise.  I had the moxa treatment with Louise at the clinic and then she gave me thorough instructions and everything I needed to repeat this at home. I felt really confident in what I was doing when I left her.  By the next scan at 34 weeks my baby was no longer in a breech position – and stayed that way. We consequently avoided the caesarean section I was fearing.

Katy, treated for IVF support & pregnancy

Louise’s support during my pregnancy was invaluable – her acupuncture not only helped me have a comfortable pregnancy but also a smooth labour. When we decided to try for a second baby, I didn’t hesitate to return.

Louise helped me navigate the effects breastfeeding had on my cycle, using acupuncture and Chinese herbs to support hormonal balance and regulate my cycle postpartum. Louise has become more than just my health practitioner – she’s a close friend whose expertise in women’s health, fertility, and pregnancy is unmatched. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough. 

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