IVF Acupuncture Melbourne

Nurturing Your IVF Journey with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Welcome to Almond Wellness Centre – your trusted partner for IVF acupuncture support in Melbourne. We understand the emotional and physical challenges associated with fertility treatments. Our aim is to provide a nurturing and empowering experience for your IVF success.

Our holistic approach, combining acupuncture and Chinese medicine, is designed to increase your chances of a successful pregnancy and help you welcome a healthy baby into your life.

What Are the Benefits of Acupuncture for IVF?

1. Cope with Stress:

We know that IVF can be an incredibly stressful and emotionally draining process. In fact, statistics show that up to 90% of people who discontinue IVF do so because of the stress involved. However, acupuncture can be a real game-changer here. By promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety, it helps you cope with the emotional rollercoaster of IVF. Many of our patients tell us that acupuncture is one of the best things they do during their IVF treatment. It helps them feel more comfortable, supported, and ready to tackle their fertility journey with a calm mind.

2. Improve Circulation:

Another amazing benefit of acupuncture is how it enhances blood flow throughout your body. For IVF patients, this means better blood flow to the reproductive organs, which can significantly improve your body’s response to IVF stimulation. By ensuring that your ovaries and uterus receive the nutrients and oxygen they need, acupuncture helps create a more receptive environment for implantation. It’s like giving your reproductive system the TLC it deserves.

3. Improve Sleep:

Additionally, getting a good night’s sleep is essential for your overall health, and it’s especially important during IVF. Acupuncture helps regulate the hypothalamus, which plays a key role in maintaining your sleep patterns and hormone production. By improving your sleep quality, acupuncture supports both your physical and mental well-being, crucial during this intense process. Better sleep also contributes to improved ovarian health and potentially better egg quality. Imagine waking up refreshed and ready to face each day of your IVF journey with renewed energy.

4. Balance Hormones:

Furthermore, hormonal balance is vital for successful IVF outcomes. Acupuncture helps regulate the endocrine system, which is responsible for hormone production and balance. By stabilising hormone levels, acupuncture can enhance ovarian function, support the production of healthy eggs, and improve the chances of a successful pregnancy. This balance not only supports your reproductive health but also brings a sense of overall well-being.

5. Enhance Overall Health:

Lastly, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine promotes overall health, which is incredibly beneficial for the IVF process. By addressing any underlying health issues and boosting the body’s natural healing abilities, acupuncture and Chinese herbs may improve ovarian health, egg quality, and the overall fertility environment. This holistic approach ensures that your body is in the best possible condition for IVF success. We’re here to support you every step of the way, making sure your body and mind are both in harmony and ready for this journey.

When to Have Acupuncture for IVF

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can be beneficial throughout your IVF journey. Whether you’re preparing for your first cycle or dealing with repeated embryo implantation failure, we are here to help. Our tailored protocols address challenges like maternal age, poor follicle response, and male factor infertility. Let us support you on your path to IVF success with acupuncture in Melbourne.

Preparing for Your Next IVF Cycle

Three Months of Preparation:

To give your body the best chance for success, we recommend a three-month preparation period before starting IVF stimulation. During this time, we’ll address any underlying issues with a combination of:

• Acupuncture: Regular sessions to balance your energy.
• Chinese Herbal Medicine: Personalised treatments to improve “Kidney Jing” (the fertility essence/energy) and support your fertility health.
• Cupping and Massage Therapy: To improve circulation and reduce stress.
• Moxibustion: A traditional technique for enhancing blood flow to the ovaries and uterus.
• Dietary Therapy and Vitamins: Customised advice to nourish your body.

Starting IVF Stimulation:

Once you begin drug stimulation, we’ll pause Chinese herbs to avoid interactions but continue acupuncture twice weekly until the transfer. On the transfer day, we suggest acupuncture both before and after the procedure to support implantation. After the transfer, we recommend continuing acupuncture twice weekly to further enhance your chances of success.

Addressing Specific Challenges with IVF Acupuncture

Repeated Embryo Implantation Failure:

For those facing repeated implantation failures, our approach includes a three-month preparation phase similar to our general IVF prep. During a natural cycle FET, we suggest acupuncture twice weekly before the transfer and on transfer day. This treatment aim to benefit:

• repeated IVF transfers with no success
• repeated miscarriages with unknown reason
• advanced age women at risk of miscarriage
• endometrial lining is thin or poor in quality

Poor Responders to FSH Stimulation:

For clients with a poor response to FSH stimulation, we recommend a three-month preparation period, including regular acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, vitamins, and dietary changes to improve your response and increase the number of follicles collected.

Poor Quality Eggs:

If you produce enough eggs but they don’t mature well or embryos don’t survive, our three-month preparation program aims to balance your hormones, improve sleep, and boost overall energy, including ovarian health. This includes regular acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, vitamins, and dietary changes to support better follicle development.

Male Factor Infertility:

Sperm quality and quantity are crucial, even with ICSI. We suggest a minimum of three months of weekly acupuncture, combined with vitamins and Chinese herbal treatment, to improve sperm health.

IVF Acupuncture Treatment Protocols

On the Day of Embryo Transfer:

• Two acupuncture treatments: one before the transfer and another one after.
• Each treatment lasts 25 to 30 minutes.

Before and During the Medication Phase of IVF:

• Two treatments per week for six weeks before egg retrieval.
• Treatment at the time of embryo transfer.

After Egg Collection:

• Acupuncture three days after egg collection to prepare a calm environment for the embryo.
• Acupuncture and cupping 2-3 days after egg collection to reduce pain and bloating.

Frozen Embryo Transfer (Including Donor Eggs):

• Two treatments per week for four weeks before embryo transfer.
• Treatment on the day of transfer.

Why Choose Us?

We are committed to providing the best support for your IVF journey. Here’s how we ensure top-notch care:

• Clinic Open 7 Days Per Week: For your convenience, both Coburg and Ringwood acupuncture clinics are open 7 days per week.
• Accredited Practitioners: Our acupuncturists are registered with the Australian Chinese Medicine Registration Board and have the expertise in fertility and IVF support.
• Evidence-Based Protocols: We use clinically proven acupuncture techniques.
• No Herbs During IVF: We stop herbal treatments once IVF medications start, except for certain cases with poor responders.
• Continuous Support: We provide ongoing acupuncture support throughout your pregnancy and beyond.

Let’s Work Together

At our clinic, we treat each person as unique, considering your lifestyle, diet, environment, emotions, and overall attitude. Our IVF acupuncture support program is research-based and designed to help you bring your baby home.

Need More Information about IVF Acupuncture or Want to Book an Appointment?

Feel free to contact us:

• Coburg Clinic: 03 9378 9479
• Ringwood Clinic: 03 8802 1519

Our dedicated team is here to provide personalised care tailored to your needs. We’re excited to support you on this journey to parenthood!

 

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