- Reduce Stress – Chronic stress shuts down all non essential systems and directly affects the hormones that regulate fertility. Spend time in nature, surround yourself with people you love, meditate, exercise, write in a gratitude journal daily and breathe.
- Sleep – Aim for 8 hours of sleep every night.
- Drink Water – Water helps deliver hormones throughout the body, improves cervical mucous, and detoxifies your body.
- Diet – Strive for a whole food diet, rich in healthy fats, nutrient dense vegetables and fruit, and slow carbs. Limit processed foods and foods high in sugar.
- BMI– A healthy weight is one of the most important factors when addressing infertility. Your Body Mass Index ( BMI) should be between 20 – 25.
- Exercise – Exercise is important to reduce stress and maintain a healthy weight. Do 30 minutes of cardio daily, weight training 2 times per week, and yoga at least once a week.
- Supplements
- Things to Avoid – Smoking, higher levels of alcohol consumption (>2 drinks per day), recreational drugs, and use of most commercially available vaginal lubricants should be dis- couraged for couples trying to conceive.
- Timing of Intercourse – Frequent intercourse (every 1 to 2 days) yields the high- est pregnancy rates, but results achieved with less fre- quent intercourse (two to three times per week) are nearly equivalent. For women having regular menstrual cycles, frequent intercourse beginning soon after cessation of menses can help to maximize conception.
Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Raeghan, an acupuncturist with over 23 years of experience helping women feel their best — mind, body, and spirit. My approach blends evidence-based acupuncture, moxibustion, herbs, supplements, and lifestyle guidance to provide natural and effective care that supports your whole self. My deepest passion lies in women’s health, from preconception and fertility to pregnancy and menopause. I work closely with all the major fertility clinics in Vancouver, giving me a unique bird’s-eye view of current treatment protocols and allowing me to guide clients with clarity and confidence. As one of BC’s leading experts in prenatal care, I founded and serve as President of the International Association for Obstetrical Acupuncture (https://www.ob-acupuncture.com ) and teach midwives how to safely and effectively use acupuncture during labor. My clinic is located in South Surrey at the Living Wellness Centre — a peaceful, calm space in the Elgin neighbourhood where you can pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. Every woman’s path is unique, and it’s truly my privilege to walk beside you — holding space, offering care, and supporting your body’s innate wisdom every step of the way. You’re welcome here. You’re supported here. And I’m honoured to be part of your journey.
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