There are many changes physically and emotionally throughout a pregnancy, birth and in the postpartum period. A number of health concerns during pregnancy are considered ‘par for the course’ because they are not easily alleviated with western medicine. As many conventional pharmaceuticals cannot be used during pregnancy, this is a time when complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, are especially helpful.
Because it is safe and does not introduce any substance into the body, acupuncture is ideally suited to treat the following conditions:
Pre natal care
- Pregnancy support
- Prevent Miscarriage
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Fatigue
- Anxiety, Depression, Mood swings
- Pain – Pelvic Girdle, Back, and sciatica pain
- Incompetent Cervix
- Preterm Labor
- Edema
- Hypertension / Pre – Eclampsia
Pre birth care
- Breech Presentation
- Posterior Presentation
- Cervical Ripening
- Induction
Acupressure for Pain Management during Labour
Postpartum care
- Postpartum recovery
- Postpartum Depression
- Fatigue
- Decreased or Insufficient Lactation
- Mastitis or Blocked Ducts
- Constipation and Hemorrhoids
