Acupuncture for Pregnancy and Postpartum Care

At Karuna Acupuncture we can safely support you at every stage of pregnancy. 

In the first trimester the focus in on miscarriage prevention as well as relieving any normal pregnancy related symptoms like morning sickness, digestive issues and fatigue.

I recommend all my fertility patients continue with acupuncture care throughout the first trimester with a focus on miscarriage prevention. I’ve worked with many women who had a heartbreaking history of miscarriages; with acupuncture support they were able to carry a healthy pregnancy to term.

In the second trimester we’ll work to support your general health and well-being while your baby is growing. Many pregnant people feel great during the second trimester! But some digestion, fatigue and pain symptoms can arise.

The third trimester is all about keeping you physically comfortable. Acupuncture is a safe treatment for issues like sciatica, pubic symphysis pain and leg cramps. We can also address any issues that arise such as a pregnancy induced hypertension, heartburn or fear about labor and delivery.  Acupuncture and moxibustion are effective at turning breech babies! Moxibustion is an evidence based Chinese Medicine therapy for turning breech babies.

Prebirth acupuncture can promote an efficient labor. Starting around week 36 we can use acupuncture to prepare your body for birth, especially preparing your cervix and pelvis for labor.

We are also skilled at addressing any postpartum issues that may arise such as depression, anxiety, low milk production, fatigue and digestive issues.