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For those couples who have already started IVF or are due to start within the next 3 months.... read below

Fertility Health Consultation

My initial consultation with you and your partner begins at the diagnostic stage and takes a 360 degree approach to assessing your fertility health, including medical, lifestyle and emotional aspects. A bespoke plan is designed around acupuncture, nutrition, lifestyle issues, stress reduction and exercise. Whatever your individual circumstances, the 360 degree fertility health check has been specially developed to help you get a better understanding of your reproductive status and potential, providing you with a unique opportunity to consider the most important aspects of your health, medical history and lifestyle which can impact on your chances of conceiving successfully.  Please note that this appointment may take up to two hours and therefore no acupuncture is carried out at this appointment. 

For those who just want an acupuncture treatment pre and post embryo transfer

Acupuncture treatment should ideally occur within 24 hours before and after embryo transfer. For the treatment prior to transfer, acupuncture is thought to increase the arterial blood flow to the uterus to nourish and support the endometrium, move Qi (energy flow) and blood, as well as create physical and mental relaxation for the woman prior to the transfer.
For the treatment after transfer, acupuncture treatment is used to create a calm environment in the uterus and minimise any discomfort or cramping from the transfer procedure. Acupuncture points are selected that will support healthy implantation of the embryo and also improve the health of the blood flow and tissue of endometrium to support a pregnancy.