ACUPUNCTURE for Pregnancy at Health In The Bay.

For most women, pregnancy is a magical and special time. However, for some mums-to-be, physical challenges can arise that cause her to feel uncomfortable and ill. Pregnancy-related symptoms can dramatically affect the quality of life of a pregnant woman, sometimes to the point of anxiety or depression, because there are very few options available that are effective and still safe for mum and baby.

Acupuncture: safe and non-invasive during pregnancy.

Acupuncture has been found to be a natural and safe way to treat a number of pregnancy-related symptoms, such as Sciatica, cramps, threatened miscarriage, nausea and vomiting, Carpal tunnel syndrome, back pain, fatigue and exhaustion, insomnia, anxiety and depression, Anaemia, constipation, vaginal discharge, heartburn, itching, oedema, sinusitis, haemorrhoids and more.

Utilizing a combination of modern research & ancient wisdom.

Acupuncture is used to help return the body back to its most optimal natural balanced state, so that it has the best possible opportunity for a comfortable and healthy pregnancy.

How does Acupuncture help?

Acupuncture helps to reduce stress, regulate hormones, block pain receptors, improve blood flow and maintain homeostasis.

Breech and posterior positions.

It is always daunting to hear that your baby is breech in the last couple of months of pregnancy, especially if you are hoping for a natural birth. Research has shown that Acupuncture (more specifically moxibustion) is a safe and effective way to turn a malpositioned foetus. An Italian study of 260 women experiencing their first pregnancy found that 75% of those treated with acupuncture had their babies turn, in comparison to 47% in those with no treatment. In a similar Chinese study, 81% of the babies turned with acupuncture, compared to 49% in the control group with no treatment.

Acupuncture to encourage labour and as a pre-birth treatment.

Clinical trials have indicated that Acupuncture can assist in reducing average labour time, and improving the chances of a natural birth. In one particular study carried out on a group of women who were giving birth for the first time, the average labour time was 6 hours in those who received pre-birth acupuncture compared to 8 hours in the control group.

In preparation for birth, acupuncture is recommended from 36 weeks gestation, weekly for 3-4 weeks. Treatment focuses on softening the cervix, relaxing and softening the ligaments, regulating the hormones and reducing stress. Acupuncture has been found to be very effective in encouraging and progressing labour, once the due date is reached.

Acupuncture can help with much more.

As mentioned previously, Acupuncture has been found to be helpful for pregnancy-related symptoms such as Sciatica, Cramps, Threatened miscarriage, Nausea and vomiting, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Lower back pain, Fatigue and exhaustion, Insomnia, Anxiety and depression, Anaemia, Constipation, Vaginal discharge, Heartburn, Itching, Oedema, Sinusitis, Haemorrhoids and more.

What does the treatment plan consist of? Everyone is different, but most women feel an improvement in their symptoms after the first session. Up to six sessions may be required, depending on the particular problem presented. Treatments are generally done weekly.

You’re in good hands.

Ann is a fully qualified and accredited Acupuncturist, who is passionate about helping and supporting couples who are trying to conceive naturally or those undergoing assisted conception (IUI/ IVF). This approach helps to optimize fertility, naturally, using a unique combination of tried, tested and proven methods.

Ann is recognised by all health funds that offer rebates for Acupuncture. Check with your fund to confirm your level of cover.