Fertility is my passion.
I love to help and support couples overcome sub fertility, to achieve their dreams and have the family they long for.
Over half the people that visit me are going through IVF. I recommend that you come to see me at least three months (ideally longer) before you start your IVF treatment. This allows time for you to make changes to diet and lifestyle and for treatments such as acupuncture to take effect. However, even if you are due to start in the next 1-2 months, I can still work with you so contact me as soon as possible.
Acupuncture support during IVF can be very beneficial on both a physical and an emotional level. Acupuncture works by assisting the communication between all the systems of your physiology and between your mind/heart and body, this is why acupuncture brings so much relief from stress and anxiety. Acupuncture can help to calm the whole body and creates a much more receptive capacity for conception by increasing pelvic blood flow and relaxes the uterine muscles which may have a beneficial effect during embryo transfer treatment. I also recommend acupuncture after egg collection as it can help to reduce inflammation, helping generate as receptive an environment for transfer as possible.
Many couples can find the whole process of IVF quite stressful and is an emotional journey for many. There may be considerable running around, back and forth from the fertility clinic for various tests and scans throughout the procedure, which can take up to 6 weeks. Acupuncture during this time can be very calming, many women comment on how well it helps them to cope with the strains of keeping up the pace of the treatment. It is recommended that both partners consider the benefits of acupuncture support in the lead up to treatment to enhance the health of the sperm and eggs and to promote the most receptive environment for conception.
No matter where you are on your conception journey, I am here to help and support you. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, I am always happy to take the time to discuss your particular circumstances with you and to help you find the most suitable support.
Acupuncture is incorporated during the five stages of IVF:
The Two-Week Wait
I also offer women a very gentle treatment for stress and relaxation following embryo transfer because this is when high anxiety kicks in for many. I recommend that you have an acupuncture treatments between 7 and 9 days after your post embryo transfer to aid implantation. These are very comforting sessions which help to support your body and relieve tension and anxiety whilst you await your pregnancy result.
Acupuncture support during IVF can be very beneficial on both a physical and an emotional level. Acupuncture works by assisting the communication between all the systems of your physiology and between your mind/heart and body, this is why acupuncture brings so much relief from stress and anxiety. Acupuncture can help to calm the whole body and creates a much more receptive capacity for conception by increasing pelvic blood flow and relaxes the uterine muscles which may have a beneficial effect during embryo transfer treatment. I also recommend acupuncture after egg collection as it can help to reduce inflammation, helping generate as receptive an environment for transfer as possible.
Many couples can find the whole process of IVF quite stressful and is an emotional journey for many. There may be considerable running around, back and forth from the fertility clinic for various tests and scans throughout the procedure, which can take up to 6 weeks. Acupuncture during this time can be very calming, many women comment on how well it helps them to cope with the strains of keeping up the pace of the treatment. It is recommended that both partners consider the benefits of acupuncture support in the lead up to treatment to enhance the health of the sperm and eggs and to promote the most receptive environment for conception.
No matter where you are on your conception journey, I am here to help and support you. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, I am always happy to take the time to discuss your particular circumstances with you and to help you find the most suitable support.
Acupuncture is incorporated during the five stages of IVF:
- Down regulation
- Ovarian stimulation
- Egg collection
- Embryo transfer
- The two-week wait
The Two-Week Wait
I also offer women a very gentle treatment for stress and relaxation following embryo transfer because this is when high anxiety kicks in for many. I recommend that you have an acupuncture treatments between 7 and 9 days after your post embryo transfer to aid implantation. These are very comforting sessions which help to support your body and relieve tension and anxiety whilst you await your pregnancy result.
Same Day Booking Service
I understand that clients are not always informed of their transfer date well in advance, but I also appreciate that you want to make sure you’re doing everything possible to influence a successful outcome. Because of this I always aim to accommodate appointments at short notice. Please give me a call on 075888 08609 and I will do everything possible to accommodate you, although unfortunately availability cannot be guaranteed. If you think your transfer might fall on a Sunday, please speak to me as soon as possible.
I understand that clients are not always informed of their transfer date well in advance, but I also appreciate that you want to make sure you’re doing everything possible to influence a successful outcome. Because of this I always aim to accommodate appointments at short notice. Please give me a call on 075888 08609 and I will do everything possible to accommodate you, although unfortunately availability cannot be guaranteed. If you think your transfer might fall on a Sunday, please speak to me as soon as possible.
"After three failed cycles of IVF, my husband and I decided to have one final attempt. Cheryl was kind, caring and listened to all I had to say, making sure she got all the relevant history about my previous attempts so that she could provide me with the right treatment. I immediately became confident in her ability and listened to all the advice that she gave me. I then started having weekly sessions, even before my IVF treatment started. To mine and my husbands great surprise and joy, this cycle was successful and at the time of writing this I am now 25 weeks pregnant! Thank you Cheryl, I believe that we would not be in the exciting situation that we are now without your help! I will always look at acupuncture as an excellent way of relaxing me whether during a pregnancy or just in my day to day life!"
Catherine......Darwen
Catherine......Darwen