Pregnancy Acupuncture
Pregnancy Acupuncture in Auckland
Acupuncture support through pregnancy, labour preparation and postpartum
Pregnancy can bring a wide range of physical and emotional changes. Women may seek acupuncture support for concerns such as morning sickness, back or pelvic pain, sleep difficulties, anxiety, breech presentation, labour preparation and postpartum care.
Appointments are available from my clinics in Pt Chevalier and at Birthcare Auckland in Parnell, making it convenient to receive acupuncture alongside your pregnancy care.
At ORA Acupuncture, pregnancy acupuncture is available throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum period. Care is tailored to your individual health, stage of pregnancy and reason for seeking support.
Pregnancy acupuncture appointments may be considered for
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morning sickness and nausea
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sleep difficulties and emotional wellbeing
From around 36 weeks, labour preparation appointments can also include acupressure teaching for you and your birth partner.
Acupuncture appointments are available throughout pregnancy, from the first trimester through to labour preparation and postpartum care.
Breech Baby Acupuncture and Moxibustion During Pregnancy
If your baby is breech, posterior or transverse later in pregnancy, you may be looking for additional support alongside your usual maternity care. Acupuncture and moxibustion are options some women choose during this stage of pregnancy.
At ORA Acupuncture, moxibustion (moxa) may be used as part of care for breech presentation. Moxa involves gently warming specific acupuncture points with a mugwort stick. If appropriate, you can also be shown how to use moxa safely at home.
Acupuncture for labour preparation
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From around 36 weeks, some women choose regular acupuncture appointments as part of their preparation for labour and birth. These appointments are tailored to your stage of pregnancy and may also include practical acupressure education for you and your birth partner.
TreatAppointments can include teaching acupressure techniques for you and your birth partner to use during labour.
AcupuAcupuncture at this stage is gentle and tailored to your individual needs and stage of pregnancy.
Acupuncture Support around Planned Induction
If you have a medical induction scheduled, you may choose to have acupuncture in the days leading up to your induction as part of your overall birth preparation. Appointments can be planned around your induction date and individual circumstances.
If you do not have a planned induction, labour preparation appointments can still be tailored to your stage of pregnancy and individual needs.
If you have any questions about pregnancy acupuncture or whether an appointment may be suitable for you, you're welcome to get in touch or book below.