Pregnancy Acupuncture Brisbane

Acupuncture has been shown to improve a range of gynecological disorders which affect a woman’s fertility, and thus her ability to conceive (1). Our clients range from 20 years old all the way through to menopause. Our practitioners have worked with thousands of people and seen positive results both via natural conception and in-conjunction with IVF and IUI procedures.

There is evidence that acupuncture when used in conjunction with an IVF or IUI procedure, increases the chances of falling pregnant (1, 2).  The study listed in the link below found an increase in pregnancy and live births when used in conjunction with an IVF and IUI procedure by as much as 65%.

Our Brisbane acupuncture clinics can help with labour induction at the end of your pregnancy.  The acupuncture treatment stimulates the release of the hormone oxytocin and decreases the release of stress hormones which can inhibit labour.  Creating this balance of hormones helps bring on the natural labour process.  The acupuncture also relaxes tight muscles of the back, hip and pelvic area.  This allows the baby to drop lower and fully engage.  These muscles are under a great deal of strain during the delivery so relaxing any tightness in advance can reduce the pain levels experienced and the delivery time.