Acupuncture and TTC

ktpaladino

I would love to hear if any bumpies have found success with acupuncture helping to improve their fertility. Have any of you ladies given it a try, and what was your experience with it, whether positive, negative or indifferent...I am interested to hear your stories or opinions on this matter. I have a history of ovulatory dysfunction/ irregular cycles/amenorrhea and have been looking into trying this method to help my issue. TIA!

Jellyfish42

I have personally never tried it, but I am sure you will hear opinions both ways on this one.

LiebeMama

I've never tried it; but it sounds fun. I'd love to try it.

sarah0632

I had acupuncture 2 months ago for chronic shoulder pain. I had been to chiro and massage that provided temporary relief.

I have not had pain in my should since! Incredible.

My gf who was trying for 8 months to conceive #2 tried acupuncture. A few sessions a month and got KU that cycle.

Needless to say, I booked an acupuncture apt for next week for fertility and I will definitely update!

krdesi

I have been going to acupuncture since Thanksgiving, going twice a week. It has helped with my headaches and a little bit with my stress/anxiety...but I am not KU yet, so I don't know if it actually works for that. Some women on here have said they've tried it and got KU that cycle, but I am not convinced those weren't coincidences! I hope it gets me KU though!

LadyA0930

I LOVE acupuncture.  I began seeing an acupuncturist after I found out I had a cyst on one of my ovaries.  Suspecting I may lose the ovary during surgery I sought help prior (even before starting TTC).  After my surgery in Sept 2012 (which did result in the loss of one ovary/tube) DH and I ditched the BCP and officially began TTC in October 2012.  The acupuncture has helped regulate my cycles from 35+ days to 28 days.  I'm finally in the habit of charting but I'm fairly confident I ovulate around day 13-14 based on CM and ovulation pain.  I haven't gotten a BFP yet but I hope the combination of acupuncture bi-weekly and Chinese herbal supplements keeps things on the up and up and we'll have a BFP soon

So long story, bottom line is I highly recommend it.  

I recommend finding an acupuncturist that specializes in women's fertility

 

ETA:  Spelling like a big girl

vpine

Did acupuncture for 4 months starting April 2011 and also 4 months starting February 2012. The first time (April) the acupuncturist had me show her my charts, said I had liver qi stagnation, said the ovulation spike of .40 degrees is not high enough and had me take herbal pills called yang three times a day, I went for acupuncture once a week on regular weeks and twice a week during ovulation week - for electro acupuncture during ovulation week. I didnt conceive, didn't see any changes honestly and my insurance no longer covered sessions so I stopped going.

The second time (Feb) I gave it a chance with acupuncturist that only sees and treats women with fertility issues. She didn't care to see my charts, only wanted to see my fertility test results - gave her copy of my medical records. She had me start on herbs 3 times a day, everyday, gave me different herbs for week of AF, week after, ovulation week and 2WW, she also did electro acupuncture on ovulation week and cupping on my lower back. I did notice ther herbs caused me to relax and not obsess or even talk about baby, I noticed AF arrived without cramping, no PMS - it felt wonderful, I stopped going because I didn't conceive, got impatient after 4 months and insurance coverage ran out, I would recommend it but don't think it's a 'magical way' to helping you conceive.

daisyrose85

I have my first appointment next week, but my primary reason for going is to help manage anxiety. I will definitely bring up fertility and TTC though. 

Best of luck.  

LeggyJeggy

sarah0632:

I had acupuncture 2 months ago for chronic shoulder pain. I had been to chiro and massage that provided temporary relief. I have not had pain in my should since! Incredible. My gf who was trying for 8 months to conceive 2 tried acupuncture. A few sessions a month and got KU that cycle.Needless to say, I booked an acupuncture apt for next week for fertility and I will definitely update!

That's great that it helped your shoulder. I've been on the fence about trying it for my shoulder and now stress. I think I just might try it. Hope it helps with fertility for you!