Over the last several decades, a continuously growing body of research has emerged supporting the use of acupuncture in many areas of fertility. This includes supporting Natural fertility and all stages of Assisted Reproduction through pregnancy and delivery. As anyone who has had difficulty starting a family knows, the entire process can be an emotional and stressful time as well. The approach at Synergy Acupuncture and Wellness is very much a holistic one. Examination of diet, exercise, sleep and stress management for both reproductive partners along with integration of information from western medical specialists are involved in creating a specific treatment approach for each patient. Integrating acupuncture as part of your wellness team early in the process regardless of the path you find yourself on helps to maximize the benefits by putting the body into as optimal a state as possible. The creation of a new human being is a complex process, so it is important, whenever possible, to lay a solid foundation early on and continue support throughout. As a result, the recommendation for frequency of treatments and how long a treatment course should be is individually tailored to each patient.

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Natural Fertility Support

There are many ways in which acupuncture can assist natural fertility:

  • Regulation of menstrual cycle

  • Hormone imbalance regulation

  • Stress management

  • Support a healthy pregnancy

Assisted Reproduction support

Assisted reproduction may include anything from hormonal treatment to increase ovulation to Intra-Uterine Injection (IUI) to In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Acupuncture can help:

  • Reduce the side effects of hormone treatments

  • Support conditions for optimal egg quality, uterine lining development and implantation

  • Manage emotional and physical stress

  • Support a healthy pregnancy

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Male factor fertility

Acupuncture and lifestyle changes can assist with male factor fertility issues such as:

  • Sperm quality

  • Sperm motility

  • Stress management


Additional resources:

American Society for Reproductive Medicine

The American Society for Reproductive Medicine is an organization that provides information, education and advocacy in reproductive medicine.

Resolve New England

Resolve is a non-profit organization that supports the infertility community in greater New England educational programs, support groups, advocacy work and more.

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