Fertility Acupuncture Melbourne
Your Path to Natural Conception and IVF Success
- Are you dreaming of starting a family and aiming for a natural conception? Or
- Perhaps you’re currently undergoing fertility treatments like IUI or IVF?
- Have you faced multiple failed IVF attempts? Maybe they just threw in the terms “poor egg quality” or “low ovarian reserve”?
- Feeling stressed, disappointed, or confused about your IVF journey?
Well, don’t worry, we’re here to help.
If you’ve found yourself nodding along to any of the above scenarios, you’re not alone. And here’s the good news – we’ve got the help you need!
So, reach out to us and let’s explore together how fertility acupuncture and Chinese medicine can actively assist you on your fertility journey.
Who Are We?
We are a team of fully qualified acupuncture and Chinese medicine practitioners dedicated to providing specialised expertise. With locations in Coburg and Ringwood, we focus on Chinese medicine gynaecology, fertility acupuncture, and IVF support. If you’re looking for the best fertility acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinics in Melbourne’s Northern and Eastern suburbs, you can trust us to provide you with professional and comprehensive care throughout your journey.
Fully qualified
Firstly, all practitioners are full-time university trained for 5 to 8 years. We’re registered in both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, meeting the highest Australian registration standards.
Extensive training in fertility
We’ve gone beyond the basics. Our team has completed comprehensive training in reproductive health, including TCM gynaecology, obstetrics, IVF acupuncture support, and pre/post-natal treatment. We combine Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern medical practices, focusing on women’s health and fertility.
Holistic approach
Working closely with your fertility doctor gives you the best care.
We use tests from both Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine during checkups.
Our treatment includes acupuncture, moxibustion, Chinese herbs, cupping, manual treatment, diet, and support. We also advise on lifestyle changes and supplements.
The key to our approach is combining traditional Chinese wisdom with the latest research trends.
Your IVF support protocol is not generic; it’s tailored based on the freshest research findings.
Our goal is to make your fertility journey as comfortable, encouraging, and reassuring as possible.
Tailored management
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we’re creating a unique plan just for you. We consider your age, history, Western medicine diagnosis, fertility treatment plan, and IVF stage.
As your body is ever-changing, we adapt treatment during each visit. This adaptation considers various aspects, including:
- Phases of your period cycle,
- Associated symptoms, such as pain, emotions, digestion, sleep, energy, and
- Different signs like basal body temperature, pulse, tongue, and all those little details.
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Team of Fertility Acupuncture Chinese Medicine
Dr. Richard Zeng
Doctor of Chinese medicine Acupuncture
Dr. Tracey Byrne (TCM)
Coburg Acupuncturist herbalist, Remedial massage therapist
Dr. Ruby Hou (TCM)
Ringwood Coburg Acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist
Dr. Mira An (TCM)
Chinese herbalist Acupuncturist Ringwood
How Fertility Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Support You?
Fertility acupuncture and Chinese medicine are holistic approaches that can help you conceive. They aim to improve your chances of getting pregnant by:
Natural Conceiving
Optimise your ability to conceive by:
- Reducing stress-related hormone issues
- Improving sleep quality and energy levels
- Managing weight through healthy eating, exercise, and stress reduction
- Easing pain and symptoms associated with endometriosis, PCOS, and irregular periods
- Improving blood flow to the ovaries and uterus, which supports the ovaries’ function
- Maintaining the optimal thickness of the uterus lining
- Increasing the likelihood of natural conception through a healthy diet and lifestyle
ART IVF Support
Together with your fertility IVF specialist, we use acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine as adjunct treatment to assist with ART & IVF success.
Prepare for Your IVF Cycle
Treatment may help:
- Improve the “Kidney Jin” (the Fertility Essence)
- Reducing stress, calm your mind, and improve your sleep and fertility energy
- Regulate your hormones, which can help you ovulate and improve your menstrual cycle
- Promote better ovulation (usually with better eggs) while reducing stress by working on your central nervous system
3-Month Preparation Plan
A management plan begins three months before your IVF cycle. It may include weekly fertility acupuncture protocols and/or Chinese herbal medicine
On The Day of Embryo Transfer
For IVF embryo transfer, we provide acupuncture before and after the procedure for optimal implantation.
Male Factor Infertility
- Want to boost your sperm quality? We may give you some tips, such as eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and make some lifestyle changes.
- If you’re feeling adventurous, try some natural supplements or Chinese herbal medicine. They might just help you on your journey to a healthier sperm count.
Pregnancy support, Labor and Postpartum care
- Reduce symptoms during early stage of pregnancy such as morning sickness, fatigue, headache
- Alleviate lower back and hip pain
- Providing more blood flow to uterus
- Labor preparation and postpartum care
Why Choose Us for Fertility Acupuncture?
Care About You
We genuinely care about you, both physically and mentally. Your experience with us will be as comforting, encouraging, and reassuring as possible. Plus, your privacy is always respected in a safe and confidential environment.
Fully Qualified Practitioners
Our team of fully qualified practitioners has extensive training in reproductive health, including TCM gynaecology and obstetrics, IVF acupuncture support, and pre/postnatal treatment.
We have a wealth of knowledge, including TCM and modern medicine, especially in women’s health and fertility. Our chief practitioner, Dr. Richard Zeng (TCM), has 30 years of full-time professional experience in hospitals and clinics in China, Germany, and Australia.
So, you can rest assured that we won’t be “practicing” with your health.
Safety First, Guaranteed!
Safety is our top priority, so we use only sterile, single-use needles and top-notch herbs and supplements. You’ll feel right at home and relaxed during your treatment.
Over the past 20 years, we’ve helped countless couples conceive and bring their babies home. We’re here to make your journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.
When Should You Start Fertility Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine?
Here are some signs that might indicate you could benefit from our support:
Age factor
If you’re over 36, or between 30 and 35 and haven’t conceived after trying for six months, we recommend reaching out. If you’re 29 or younger and haven’t conceived after trying for over a year, we’d love to help.
Period
- You have irregular menstrual cycles, or
- Your Cycle is less than 25 days or over 40 days;
- Experience severe pre-menstrual tension or extreme menstrual cramping.
Ovulation
- Not sure if you’re ovulating or not
- Fertile mucus not noticeable
- Ovulation pain or mid-cycle spotting
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
- Previous failed ART treatments such as IUI, IVF;
- Are preparing for fertility treatments, e.g. IUI, IVF
Existing Diagnosis & History
- Two or more consecutive miscarriages
- Progesterone levels are lower than normal
- Been diagnosed with PCOS/PCOD, Endometriosis
- Ovarian reserve is low
- Partner’s sperm testing shows abnormal
Fertility Acupuncture FAQ
Am I too late to start fertility acupuncture, because I have already started my IVF stimulation?
No, it’s never too late to have acupuncture. In fact, you can start supportive treatment at any stage of your fertility IVF treatment. The management program can be tailored to suit different stages, such as conceiving preparation, IVF simulation, egg collection, embryo transfer, early pregnancy, and so on.
It is my first IVF attempt, can I still use acupuncture?
Sure you can.
We can support you through the first IVF stimulation. In some cases a woman only needs one round.
My husband has a low sperm count, we will be using ICSI. Can I use acupuncture to support myself during IVF?
Yes you can. Meanwhile, we recommend seeing both partners for IVF support.
How many treatments will I need?
Let’s create a plan that works for you based on your situation and background.
First, we recommend weekly acupuncture sessions for 3 months before IVF stimulation. We might also suggest some Chinese herbs, supplements, and lifestyle and diet changes.
If you’re already in the IVF process, no worries! Just make a few adjustments: acupuncture twice a week, but skip the herbal part.
On the day of embryo transfer, here’s the plan: acupuncture both before and after – that’s two sessions on the same day.
After the transfer, keep the momentum going with acupuncture twice a week.
If you get a positive pregnancy test, ease into a once-a-week acupuncture routine until you reach the 13th week. After that, we’ll switch to a customised pregnancy care plan.
But remember, everyone’s different. So, chat with our acupuncture experts first. We’ll make a plan that’s all about you and your situation.
Apart from acupuncture are there any other treatments I should consider?
Yes based on individual needs your practitioner may suggest vitamins, Chinese herbs, lifestyle and diet changes.
Is changing my diet important?
Diet changes can be very important. Nutritional deficiencies such as Iron or Vitamin D can affect your results. Your practitioner will take into account your individual needs and tailor some changes for you.
I need to lose a few kilos how will this affect my treatment?
In general, we recommend that a woman lose weight before initiating IVF. We can also provide assistance with weight control and commence the three-month preparation during this period.
What is the age of the oldest woman to conceive?
Despite being over 40, a woman can still achieve natural conception. In fact, many have successfully conceived naturally while preparing for IVF in their 40s. Our experience includes many success stories conceived naturally while preparing for IVF in their 40’s.
Additionally, we have assisted clients of advanced age using donor eggs/embryos.
Anything for high FSH?
A high FSH level indicates that your ovaries are not responding to Follicle Stimulating Hormone. However, for women not in menopause, a combination of acupuncture and herbal medicine may help reduce the FSH level.
Are there any particular supplements that I should take?
As a general rule for women, we may suggest some supplements. Depending on your individual needs, you may require variations. Common variations include:
- Pregnancy multi-vitamins
- Fish oil
- Vitamin E
- Zinc
- Royal Jelly
- Deer velvet
- Vitamin D
- Iron
Should I try Chinese herbal medicine?
Research shows that Chinese herbal medicine might help with ovulation and overall menstrual health. And guess what? It could even double your chances of getting pregnant if you’re struggling with infertility. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0965229914001915)
Considering these great results, we think it’s worth giving Chinese herbal medicine a try. But remember, it’s totally up to you. You don’t have to do anything if you don’t want to.
One thing to keep in mind is that we usually don’t recommend using herbal medicine during your IVF stimulation cycle.
Do herbs taste bad?
They might not be the most mouthwatering, but with a bit of time, you’ll get used to the taste. Some people even start to enjoy them because they feel the benefits.
We have a variety of herbs:
1. Raw Herbs: These are traditional and a bit bitter, but they’re super strong. They’ve been used in China for centuries, and they might not be tasty, but they’re packed with power.
- Pros: They’re made with a special formula, and they’re more potent.
- Cons: You have to boil them, and the taste can be a bit strong.
2. Granulated Herbs: These are less bitter but less potent.
- Pros: They’re made with a special formula, and you don’t have to boil them.
- Cons: The taste can be a bit challenging, and they’re not as strong as the raw herbs.
3. Patent Herbal Pills: These are convenient and good for people who can’t handle the taste but are less powerful. They’re usually used for less severe or chronic conditions.
- Pros: They’re easy to take, you don’t have to boil them, and they don’t have a bad taste.
- Cons: They’re not as strong as the raw herbs.
Once I am pregnant, should I continue with acupuncture?
Absolutely! Acupuncture is actually really helpful during pregnancy. It can help with morning sickness, and it can also help with other common pregnancy symptoms like aches and pains, sleep problems, and low energy.
As you get closer to the end of your pregnancy, acupuncture can also help prepare your body for labour.
The frequency of treatment depends on what you need. Usually, weekly acupuncture is a good idea. If you want to feel even better, we might also suggest some Chinese herbs.
