Acupuncture

During Pregnancy
Chinese medicine and acupuncture are helpful in promoting a healthy pregnancy, from conception to delivery. At our Boulder and Longmont clinics, we offer pregnancy acupuncture for every trimester and the postpartum period. We will work with you at each stage of pregnancy to keep your body—and your baby—as healthy and balanced as possible, discussing nutrition, exercise, and general health concerns along the way.
First
Trimester
  • Miscarriage prevention
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Mood swings
  • Digestion problems
Second
Trimester
Our primary focus in mom & baby well-being. But we can also address complications that may arise, such as:
  • Gestational diabetes
  • Preeclampsia
  • Cord issues
  • Placenta previa
Third
Trimester

Our primary focus is on keeping you comfortable as your pregnancy progresses. We can also address:

FAQs :

Yes, acupuncture in pregnancy is very safe when performed by a specialist. We are trained in using only those points that are safe during pregnancy, avoiding those that may stimulate the uterus. Not only is acupuncture extremely safe, but is helpful in reducing symptoms and preventing complications for mom and baby.

After week 16, we treat patients in a side-lying position, using lots of pillows to support the body comfortably. 

Yes, learn more about acupuncture for labor preparation.

Acupuncture

for Postpartum

The postpartum period is typically upheld as a time of joy as a woman embraces her new role as mother and blissful connection with her newborn. However, for many women, this time is characterized by deep fatigue, fluctuating hormones and accompanying mood swings. There may also be difficulties with breastfeeding and lactation, insomnia, constipation, uterine prolapse, etc. Whether this is your first baby or your fifth, we recognize the need to support you during this joyous, but taxing, time and offer you the highest level of care possible so that you can offer the most of yourself to your child.

  • Digestive upset
  • Constipation
  • Fatigue
  • Insomnia
  • Insufficient lactation
  • Mastitis
  • Postpartum depression
  • Postpartum anxiety
  • Weight loss or gain
  • Digestive upset
  • Constipation
  • Fatigue
  • Insomnia
  • Insufficient lactation
  • Mastitis
  • Postpartum depression
  • Postpartum anxiety
  • Weight loss or gain

Testimonials

I highly recommend Well Woman Acupuncture.I have been a very satisfied client for over 2 years. After struggling with infertility, I was referred by my fertility doctor. Kandace has helped me before during and after a successful pregnancy. My daughter Lola Bloom was born happy and healthy 9 months ago! I continue to see Kandace on a regular basis as she supports me through the stresses of everyday life and motherhood. I recently started seeing Kim for massage therapy as well. She has brought balance and awareness to my life.
Kandice was a ray of light and a breath of fresh air in a difficult time for me. I found her through one of her students who adores her. I came to her eager for answers after a long time of trying to conceive and confusion. She helped me take all my bloodwork results, symptoms, emotions and fear and helped me get to the bottom of things. She was clear, concise and compassionate in diagnosing the issue and developing a plan and herbal regiment that truly subsided my anxiety and allowed me to get off a prescription medication that was only causing even more side effects. Having PCOS I was worried I was going to always be taking pills and never be able to conceive, but Acupuncture and Kandice are my answer. I’d never tried Acupuncture before and was suggested it by my OBGYN. After a few weeks of treatment I feel hopeful. Things are turning around, my body feels decongested (congested due to PCOS) and on its way to being balanced, my skin is clearing up, I got my period back, I’m ovulating, and I’m sleeping better!Kandice hears me and my concerns, and with her incredible knowledge and experience I know I’m in my way to a healthy conception and a healthy pregnancy. Thanks Kandice!
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