Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine for Women’s Health
Women of all walks of life find that acupuncture and Chinese medicine have helped them with fertility, pre-natal and post-natal care, pregnancy, menopause, and more.
Irregular menstruation: Acupuncture and Chinese medicine work well together to help regulate menstrual cycles naturally.
Pre-natal care: Acupuncture is recommended at least 3 months before trying to conceive to best support hormonal balance, healthy blood circulation, improved ovarian function, healthy stress management, and more. When paired with Chinese herbs, acupuncture has helped facilitate healthy birthing from pre-conception to post-partum care.
Fertility: Acupuncture has been proven to improve ovary function in producing better quality eggs, regulate hormones, increase blood flow to the uterus, increase thickness of the uterine lining, relax both partners and decreasing stress, prevent uterine contractions, strengthen the immune system, improve semen quality and quantity, and decrease chances of miscarriage (Dr. Lifang 2003).
IUI/IVF Preparation: Western medicine allows for greater chances of conception with the use of IUI (intra-uterine inception) and IVF (in-vitro fertilization). Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can help throughout the entire process of IUI and IVF, even before any procedures and preparations begin.
Labor Prep: Labor preparation with acupuncture is a safe way to support the labor and birthing process. Labor preparation with acupuncture will not trigger labor before the baby is ready to be delivered. Acupuncture can help decrease stress, strengthen the immune system, and support a healthy pregnancy to term.
Menopause: Perimenopause and menopause can be difficult to navigate, as the body is undergoing hormonal fluctuations throughout the transition. It may seem like the body you once knew is totally different, and adapting to these changes can be rough. Chinese medicine and acupuncture have been shown to support women throughout menopause, easing difficult changes like mood imbalances, dryness, hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, bloating, and more.
If you’re seeking help with women’s health issues, find a trusted and licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist on Maui to collaborate with.
Not only will your Maui acupuncturist and herbalist provide their expertise and guidance, they’ll be a wonderful ally and friend throughout your journey.
Whether you’re aiming to regulate your hormones to transition gracefully through menopause, trying to conceive for the first time, wanting labor support, or support with healthy lactation after birth, acupuncture and Chinese herbs are a safe and effective way to approach our health needs as women.
Want to learn more about Chinese medicine and acupuncture? Book a free 15-minute consultation with me to understand how this traditional medicine can best support you.