Acupuncture for Pregnancy + Postpartum
Compassionate acupuncture care to support your health and well-being throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum period.
How Acupuncture Can Help
Support for Every Stage of Pregnancy
At Karuna Acupuncture, we can support you at every stage of pregnancy. Treatment is tailored to your needs as your body changes and your baby grows, helping you feel more comfortable and supported throughout your pregnancy.
Benefits of Acupuncture for Pregnancy + Postpartum
Supporting You Through Each Stage
First Trimester
The focus in the first trimester is on miscarriage prevention and relieving common symptoms such as morning sickness, digestive issues, and fatigue.
Second Trimester
We'll work to support your general health and well-being while your baby is growing, helping you feel balanced and supported through the changes of pregnancy.
Third Trimester
The third trimester is all about keeping you comfortable and addressing any issues that arise, such as a breech position fetus. We can also help prepare your body for labor and delivery.
Postpartum
We are also skilled at addressing postpartum issues that may arise, including depression, anxiety, low milk production, fatigue, and digestive issues.
Learn More About Pregnancy & Postpartum Care
Explore our related articles for helpful information about acupuncture during pregnancy, preparing for birth, postpartum recovery, and supporting your health along the way.
Common Questions About Acupuncture for Pregnancy + Postpartum
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Yes, I do offer natural labor promotion. Acupuncture has been shown to be a safe and effective way to facilitate natural labor onset. Acupuncture can help by softening the cervix, optimizing baby’s position and preparing your body for labor. Most of my natural labor promotion patients have avoided medical induction this way.
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Yes, I do offer acupuncture and moxibustion for turning breech babies. This is best done between 34 and 36 weeks although it can be helpful in later weeks if there is room for the baby to turn. I will do acupuncture and teach you how to self administer moxibustion on an acupuncture point on your foot. Moxibustion is recognized as an evidence-based practice for turning breech babies and I have seen it work well.
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Yes, acupuncture is safe during all stages of pregnancy and complications are rare. Licensed acupuncturists with experience in prenatal care (like me!) are well trained in proper technique and points to avoid during pregnancy.
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I have treated all of these conditions in my clinic:
Miscarriage
Threatened miscarriage
Miscarriage prevention
Early pregnancy supportive care
Nausea and vomiting
Constipation and hemorrhoids
Headaches and migraines
Musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, pelvic and hip pain
Fatigue and exhaustion
Anxiety and depression
Itching in pregnancy
Hypertension disorders including Pregnancy-induced hypertension
Gestational diabetes
Breech and posterior positioned babies
Preparation for a medical Induction
Prebirth acupuncture to prepare the body for an efficient labour
Postpartum recovery
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Yes! I love seeing all my fertility and pregnancy patients for labor preparation starting around week 36-37. Research has shown that people who receive prebirth acupuncture treatments had a more efficient birth with shorter time in labor. Acupuncture supports an optimal baby position, cervical ripening, relaxation and improved energy.
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The postpartum period is a time of intense hormonal changes with an increased risk for depression and anxiety. Acupuncture can be helpful for addressing symptoms like anger, mood swings, crying, sadness/depression, agitation and anxiety. Acupuncture can also address common postpartum conditions like low milk production, fatigue, night sweats, pain and nervous system regulation.
Feel Supported Through Pregnancy & Beyond
Whether you're navigating the early days of pregnancy, preparing for labor, or adjusting to life postpartum, we're here to support your health and well-being.
