Oakland, CA – Acupuncture for Pregnancy – Pain, Digestion, More

Pregnancy is one of the most delightful, and most complicated, times in a woman’s health. Women are instructed to avoid medications, yet their bodies are going through a metamorphosis and the process can include discomfort and pain. The good news is that acupuncture is a safe healing approach during pregnancy that is effective at addressing common concerns such as aches and pains due to stretched ligaments, insomnia, heartburn, constipation and hemorrhoids, morning sickness, anxiety and stress, and more. With acupuncture, you can feel safe knowing that you’re reducing your physical difficulties while providing supportive care for your growing child.

I have a passion for helping women have a safe, joyous, and easeful pregnancy. Recently I was fortunate to work with Joanne from nearly the beginning of her pregnancy. Early in her pregnancy, Joanne was struggling with nausea and heartburn, along with anxiety about carrying the baby all the way to term while maintaining her other commitments. After her first acupuncture treatment she felt profoundly calm, and she committed to regular acupuncture appointments throughout her pregnancy. At that time, I used specific acupuncture points that address nausea and heartburn during pregnancy; she found these symptoms were much improved in the weeks after treatment.

As we continued to work together as her baby grew, Joanne experienced other common pregnancy related symptoms. Around week 20 she began suffering from constipation and hemorrhoids. Joanne found the acupuncture treatment reduced the constipation, and therefore her hemorrhoids were able to begin healing.

Further in the pregnancy, around week 30 and beyond, the baby went through large growth spurts that strained her pelvis, lower back, and hips. She found that the acupuncture reduced the pain so that she was better able to move around and more able to sleep through the night. When she slept more heavily, she found that her anxiety and stress were much lower.

Throughout her pregnancy, we discussed Joanne’s workload, family life, and ability to create the time for her to eat properly, sleep well, and reduce her stress. She is now at week 36 of her pregnancy and feels confident that she’ll carry the baby safely to term.

Are you seeking natural support during your pregnancy? I can help you with acupuncture, dietary advice, and recommendations to support your healthy pregnancy. Call me for more information – I look forward to supporting you!