Trying to conceive a child without success is one of the hardest challenges in life to face. Not only because often the reason is left unexplained – but because the process itself is very disempowering. Medication, hormones, medical procedures, and diet & lifestyle changes often fail to make any significant difference. This can leave many women – and men – with feelings of stress, anxiety and depression.
The sad part is that in a cruel cycle, it is often times the stress and anxiety of the fertility journey that can further hinder the chances of conception.
Trying to conceive a child without success is one of the hardest challenges in life to face. Not only because often the reason is left unexplained – but because the process itself is very disempowering. Medication, hormones, medical procedures, and diet & lifestyle changes often fail to make any significant difference. This can leave many women – and men – with feelings of stress, anxiety and depression.
The sad part is that in a cruel cycle, it is often times the stress and anxiety that further decrease the chances of conceiving, because the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline interfere with ovulation and conception.
Fertility Acupuncture:
Utilising a combination of modern research & ancient wisdom
Acupuncture is used to help return the body back to its most optimal natural balanced state, so that it has the best possible opportunity to conceive and to maintain a pregnancy. Research has shown that Acupuncture may improve the chances of conception, and a substantial amount of people undergoing IVF and also those trying to conceive naturally, incorporate Acupuncture into their treatment plan. Research from 2006 and 2009 indicates that Acupuncture may help improve pregnancy success rates in IVF recipients that have received Acupuncture during IVF treatment.
How does Acupuncture help?
The Acupuncture fertility treatment plan focuses on strengthening the immune system, regulating hormones, reducing stress, improving ovarian function, relaxing the uterus, maintaining implantation and nourishing embryo growth, preventing uterine contractions, and improving semen quality and quantity in men.
Natural Cycle Support – For Women & Men
The focus is to regulate the menstrual cycle, balance hormone levels, and support ovulation and implantation.
Treatment typically lasts up to 3 months, especially when underlying issues such as Polycystic Ovaries (PCOS) or Endometriosis are involved.
Some improvement in symptoms – such as the length and quality of menstrual flow, or the reduction of pain – can often be noticed within 1–2 cycles.
Acupuncture has been shown to be effective in improving low sperm motility and sperm count, which accounts for approximately 40% of infertility cases in Western couples.
A research paper published in Fertility & Sterility (2005) reported that acupuncture significantly improved sperm quality and fertilisation rates in men undergoing assisted reproductive treatment.
IVF and ART cycles
For couples trying to conceive
IVF is a stressful and challenging time, both physically and emotionally. With focus on increasing the thickness and nourishment to the lining of the womb, treatment should ideally be started 3 months before implantation.
However, treatments only a couple of weeks in advance can also help. Acupuncture is given weekly prior to ovulation/egg collection, and then directly before and after embryo transfer.
After a positive pregnancy test, if there is a history of miscarriage, treatment is recommended up to week 12.
What can we expect to achieve?
The ultimate goal is to achieve a positive pregnancy test, followed by a pregnancy that carries successfully to 12 weeks and beyond.
There are no guarantees as to the outcome you will receive, given the number of factors that may be at play. Some are lucky enough to fall pregnant in the first few cycles, for others it can take longer or not at all.
However, you can expect to notice a difference in a number of other symptoms after the first few sessions.
✅ Improved menstrual cycles
(e.g. reduced pain, better regularity, better blood flow)
✅ More consistent moods & emotional balance
✅ Improved immunity and overall well-being
✅ Better sleep patterns
✅ Reduced stress and anxiety
What does the treatment plan consist of?
You’re in good hands.
Louise is a fully qualified and accredited Acupuncturist. She is passionate about helping and supporting couples who are trying to conceive naturally, or those undergoing assisted conception (IUI/ IVF). Her approach focuses on optimising fertility naturally, using a unique combination of tried, tested and proven protocols.
Louise is recognised by all health funds that offer rebates for Acupuncture. Check with your fund to confirm your level of cover.
Fertility Acupuncture: Utilising a combination of modern research & ancient wisdom.
Acupuncture is used to help return the body back to its most optimal natural balanced state, so that it has the best possible opportunity to conceive and to maintain a pregnancy. Research has shown that Acupuncture can improve the chances of conception, and a substantial amount of people undergoing IVF and also those trying to conceive naturally, incorporate Acupuncture into their treatment plan. Research from 2006 and 2009 indicates that Acupuncture may help improve pregnancy success rates in IVF recipients that have received Acupuncture during IVF treatment.
How does Acupuncture help?
The Acupuncture fertility treatment plan focuses on strengthening the immune system, regulating hormones, reducing stress, improving ovarian function, relaxing the uterus, maintaining implantation and nourishing embryo growth, preventing uterine contractions, and improving semen quality and quantity in men.
Natural Cycles Support –
For Women & Men
The focus is to regulate the menstrual cycle, balance hormone levels, and support ovulation and implantation.
Treatment typically lasts up to 3 months, especially when underlying issues such as Polycystic Ovaries (PCOS) or Endometriosis are involved.
Some improvement in symptoms—such as the length and quality of menstrual flow, or the reduction of pain—can often be noticed within 1–2 cycles.
Acupuncture has been shown to be effective in improving low sperm motility and sperm count, which accounts for approximately 40% of infertility cases in Western couples.
A research paper published in Fertility & Sterility (2005) reported that acupuncture significantly improved sperm quality and fertilisation rates in men undergoing assisted reproductive treatment.
For couples trying to conceive
IVF is a stressful and challenging time, both physically and emotionally. With focus on increasing the thickness and nourishment to the lining of the womb, treatment should ideally be started 3 months before implantation.
However, treatments only a couple of weeks in advance can also help. Acupuncture is given weekly prior to ovulation/egg collection, and then directly before and after embryo transfer.
After a positive pregnancy test, if there is a history of miscarriage, treatment is recommended up to week 12
What can we expect to achieve?
✅ A positive pregnancy test, followed by a pregnancy that carries successfully to 12 weeks and beyond
There are no guarantees as to the outcome you will receive, given the number of factors that may be at play. Some are lucky enough to fall pregnant in the first few cycles, for others it can take longer or not at all.
However, you can expect to notice a difference in a number of other symptoms after the first few sessions.
✅ Improved menstrual cycles
(e.g. reduced pain, better regularity, better blood flow)
✅ More consistent moods & emotional balance
✅ Improved immunity and overall well-being
✅ Better sleep patterns
✅ Reduced stress and anxiety
What does the treatment plan consist of?
Once a full case history has been taken, a recommended treatment plan will be discussed and agreed upon. Your constitutional type and diagnosis in Chinese Medicine will also be shared, along with recommended dietary and lifestyle changes. For the most part, treatments are weekly, so that you can be treated at key times during your menstrual cycle.
You’re in good hands.
Louise is a fully qualified and accredited Acupuncturist. She is passionate about helping and supporting couples who are trying to conceive naturally, or those undergoing assisted conception (IUI/ IVF). Her approach focuses on optimising fertility naturally, using a unique combination of tried, tested and proven protocols.
Louise is recognised by all health funds that offer rebates for Acupuncture. Check with your fund to confirm your level of cover.
