Quick Guide To Acupuncture During IVF
It is well known that acupuncture during IVF treatment enhances the potential to conceive. I aim to see clients 2-3 months before their projected retrieval date to regulate hormones and improve blood flow, which helps thicken the uterine lining for implantation. Acupuncture during IVF stimulation phase is particularly beneficial, as it increases oxygenated blood flow to the ovaries and enhances the delivery of stimulation medications like Follistim or Gonal F. I also provide acupuncture before embryo transfer and acupuncture after embryo transfer all on the same day because this protocol of acupuncture day of embryo transfer has been associated with a 55% increase in live births. This holistic approach supports the nervous system, improves overall fertility, and significantly increases the chances of a healthy pregnancy.
Preparation Phase
2-3 MONTHS BEFORE PROJECTED RETRIEVAL
Acupuncture, electroacupuncture, and other modalities plus lifestyle/dietary & herbal/supplemental guidance based on unique client.
Building Phase
DAY 2-14 | STIM MEDS TO EGG RETRIEVAL
Acupuncture & other modalities to increase blood flow to ovaries, recruit more follicles for egg retrieval.
Securing Phase
DAY 19-20 | TRANSFER
Acupuncture treatment before & after embryo transfer on same day—research shows increased live births by 55%.
Nourishing Phase
DAY 23-27 | POST-TRANSFER
2-3 acupuncture treatments focused on implantation of healthy embryo.