Acupuncture for Pregnancy and Childbirth

Traditional Chinese Medicine has been used for thousands of years to help support a healthy and natural pregnancy and delivery. Acupuncture is a safe, gentle and effective way to address these complaints. Research studies show improved overall births when TCM is used during pregnancy. This includes healthier pregnancies, shorter labors, and quicker recoveries.
 
TCM provides specific treatments for each of the three trimesters: setting the foundation for a healthy pregnancy, maintaining balance/offering relief from common complaints during pregnancy, and preparing the body for labor/delivery and beyond.

Breech Presentation

Moxibustion treatments for breech presentation are successful 75% of the time and carry no additional risk to the mother and baby. Treatments are most effective before 38 weeks as there is often the need for several days of treatments. 

Labor augmentation

Acupuncture treatments for labor augmentation are safe for both mother and baby. Acupuncture treatments for Labor Augmentation and Induction are successful 75% of the time. Acupuncture helps to stimulate the NATURAL labor process.

Childbirth

Acupuncture during childbirth, if your doctor or midwife will allow, decreases the rate of complications and cesarean delivery. Acupuncture helps with relaxation, stimulating the natural release of hormones and biological chemicals to speed labor, decreases stress and anxiety chemicals, as well as aids in the reduction of pain perception.

Postpartum

The first few weeks following childbirth are a crucial time for the mother to rest, replenish, and bond with her new baby. Traditional Chinese Medicine can help with common complaints during this important recovery time. Research also shows Acupuncture to be more effective than medication in the treatment of Postpartum depression.
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