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:
- Breech fetus
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Preterm labor
- Labor preparation
- Stalled labor
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 breech babies
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
