Acupuncture for Fertility, Pregnancy & Labour
Whether you're trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, or preparing for labour, acupuncture offers a natural and supportive approach every step of the way.
Fertility Support
Acupuncture helps regulate the menstrual cycle, improve blood flow to the reproductive organs, and calm the nervous system—creating an ideal environment for conception. It can be used while conceiving naturally or alongside assistive reproductive technologies like IUI or IVF. Research shows that acupuncture, especially when timed around fertility treatments, may increase success rates and support better outcomes.
Pregnancy Care
Throughout pregnancy, acupuncture can help ease common symptoms such as nausea, heartburn, fatigue, and anxiety. It’s also used to support digestion, sleep, and emotional balance—all essential for overall well-being during this transformative time.
Labour Preparation
Starting around 36 weeks, weekly acupuncture sessions are recommended to help prepare the body for a smoother labour. Treatments focus on encouraging optimal baby positioning, softening the cervix, and gently supporting the body’s readiness for birth. Many patients find it’s a grounding, supportive way to approach the final weeks of pregnancy.
What to Expect
Each treatment is personalized to your stage and needs. Sessions typically last 30–45 minutes and take place in a calm, relaxing setting. Tiny, sterile needles are placed at specific acupuncture points to restore balance in the body. Most patients leave feeling deeply relaxed.
Whether you’re just beginning your fertility journey or preparing to meet your baby, acupuncture is a gentle, evidence-informed way to support each stage toward parenthood.
This blog post was written by The Wellness Hub’s naturopath, Dr. Nora Fenton.