Pregnancy & Postpartum Acupuncture
in Calgary, AB
Pregnancy and postpartum are transformative life stages that can bring real joys and real challenges. Acupuncture offers safe, personalized support for women through each stage of pregnancy, from early pregnancy to birth preparation and the months after.
Support Through Each Trimester
Acupuncture is adjusted to your stage of pregnancy and your symptoms.
First trimester:
weeks 1 to 12
Early pregnancy support
Nausea/vomiting
Low energy
Disrupted sleep
Anxiety, especially after prolonged TTC journey or pregnancy after loss
Second trimester: weeks 13 to 26
Lower back, hip and pelvic pain
Headaches
Trouble staying asleep
General stress
Third trimester:
weeks 27 to 40
Sciatica, pelvic girdle pain and SI joint pain
Birth preparation in the final weeks
Breech positioning
Restless nights
Nerves about labor
Fourth trimester:
birth to 12 weeks postpartum
Healing after birth
Exhaustion from broken sleep
Lactation support alongside your lactation consultant
Aches from feeding, lifting and carrying
Emotional strain
FAQ's
Is acupuncture safe in pregnancy? Acupuncture is safe for mother and baby when performed by acupuncturist with advanced prenatal training. Treatments are individualized, and some points and techniques are avoided. Let your practitioner know about your medical history, any complications, and what your midwife or doctor has told you.
When can I start? Many people begin in the first trimester, though any stage works.
Can I continue after fertility treatment? Yes. Many people who have been treated for fertility concerns continue into pregnancy, for steady support through the early weeks.
How often should I come? Weekly visits are common in the first trimester while symptoms peak, and many people come less often as things settle. Some come only as needed, or in the weeks before birth.
Do you work with my midwife or doctor? Yes, when helpful. Care is coordinated with your midwife, obstetrician, doula so everyone is on the same page. Acupuncture does not replace medical care.
When should I start birth preparation sessions?
Birth preparation visits usually start at 37 weeks. The timing is planned with you and your midwife/OB and depends on your due date and health.
Can acupuncture help with a breech baby?
Research suggests that moxibustion may help encourage a breech baby to turn into a head-down position, with treatment commonly recommended around 33–35 weeks. Care is coordinated with your prenatal care provider.
A personalized approach to pregancy support
1. Assess
A comprehensive review of your health history, stage of pregnancy or postpartum recovery, symptoms, and individual needs..
2. Personalize
An individualized treatment plan designed to support your comfort and well-being throughout pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
3. Adapt
Treatment is adjusted throughout pregnancy and postpartum to reflect your changing symptoms, needs, and response to care.
I am a Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM)
I have completed advanced training in both Western and Chinese reproductive medicine and passed a rigorous certification examination.
This specialized training supports an integrative, evidence-informed approach to fertility care, including collaboration with fertility physicians and clinics