BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE DURING PREGNANCY:

Acupuncture is an excellent choice for addressing various signs and symptoms from the first trimester to postpartum. It is a low-risk, safe, gentle, and drug-free intervention for pregnancy support. The needles used are small and hair-like, the treatment is restorative, and there are no adverse side effects for either you or your baby.  

IDEAL PREGNANCY ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT PLAN:

Weekly treatment is recommended during the first trimester until 12-14 weeks.

Monthly treatments are then recommended throughout your pregnancy for maintenance and to support the nervous, endocrine, and muscular systems as they adapt to the changes occurring as baby grows. Frequency of treatments may increase if symptoms arise.

Weekly treatment begins at 36 weeks until birth for labor preparation, where gentle acupuncture encourages a smooth to transition from latent to active labor.

SYMPTOMS & CONDITIONS TREATED: 

Prenatal care for all weeks of pregnancy, miscarriage prevention, morning sickness, heartburn, indigestion, constipation, hemorrhoids, urinary tract infections, insomnia, fatigue, edema, leg cramps, carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain, pelvic pain, sciatica, sinusitis, headaches, stress and anxiety, itching in pregnancy, emotional balance, gestational hypertension, breech baby treatment, optimal positioning, and labor preparation.

WHICH APPOINTMENT SHOULD I BOOK IN FOR?

We recommend booking an Integrative Acupuncture Evaluation & Initial Visit at Purnima Clinic.