Fertility
In the past few years, acupuncture has gotten a great deal of attention for its ability to enhance the potential for a successful pregnancy in conjunction with western fertility treatments. However, it is also extremely helpful in assisting in the fertility process when couples are trying to get pregnant naturally. It is always preferable to have the opportunity to work with women or couples prior to them seeking western fertility treatments, as we are often able to identify and help people resolve the obstacles to pregnancy. Often, couples seek medical help and find that all of the screening tests are normal and that their fertility is unexplained. This is where Chinese Medicine really shines. When obstacles are not quantifiable by western medical standards, we don't consider them to be organic problems, but rather energetic problems. There may a history of difficult or painful periods, irregular, scanty or heavy periods, or a long history of birth control pill use, and other signs of things not flowing smoothly in the system. It is in correcting these things through treatment, dietary changes, exercise and possibly some home treatments that we frequently find women are able to get pregnant without much trouble. We understand that many couples are in a position where they feel a sense of urgency to proceed with fertility treatments due to a variety of factors. We are very well educated as to the fertility protocols, and have our own protocols that work beautifully in conjunction with the western treatments. We have found that acupuncture has the ability to decrease the side effects of the treatments and to increase the potential for a successful and healthy pregnancy when going through fertility treatments. The stress that is associated with an inability to get pregnant is overwhelming, and has been compared to that of someone with a life threatening illness. Many women experience anxiety, stress, sleep disturbance, emotional ups and downs, depression, and despair about their situations. Acupuncture treatments can dramatically reduce the intensity of these experiences. Our Approach to Fertility Treatment: It is our goal that you are able to achieve a healthy successful pregnancy in as few cycles as possible. Though this time frame will vary depending upon your unique situation, we will make every effort to identify and educate you as to what the obstacles are from the perspective of Chinese medicine, and to work with you to make adjustments to correct for them. Our initial evaluation involves filling out a detailed health and medical and fertility history form. We will then meet for a 90 minute visit during which we will discuss your history in depth, and look to identify where the energetic system might be blocked, or weak and discuss an approach to correcting the imbalances that we find. This may include changes in your diet, supplement intake, exercise routine, sleep and stress patterns, and acupuncture treatment protocol. If you are not currently undergoing fertility treatments, we may suggest the addition of Chinese herbal medicine to expedite the process, but we don't recommend this for women who are cycling with medications as we are unable to predict if there will be any interactions between the two. Who Gets Treated? In my many years of doing fertility work, it has been my experience that regardless of the explanation for infertility, it is largely women who seek treatment. In the past couple of years, we have suggested that women bring their husbands in for a full evaluation as well, and have found that often they will benefit from treatment, and that pregnancy occurs more quickly with these couples. There are occasions when an evaluation of the male partner does not yield recommendation for treatment, but it is worth having the entire situation carefully explored. Questions We are available for phone consultations should you have questions about acupuncture for your fertility treatment, but will be unable to give you specific information as to your protocol until we have done a full medical evaluation. Back to top Testimonials from Eileen’s Fertility Patients: I decided to try acupuncture after reading about its effectiveness in the treatment of infertility. I had never before had acupuncture done and naturally I had some questions and fears regarding the treatment. From my first contact I had with Eileen, I felt that she was someone I could trust. She patiently took time to answer all my questions and administered the first treatment in a very gentle way. It was a great experience and all my fears quickly disappeared. Within three months I became pregnant and although I do not longer require treatment for infertility, I still continue seeing Eileen to ease some discomfort caused by pregnancy. What I like about Eileen is that she is very knowledgeable about her field and she is very much oriented toward her patient. During the treatment I feel that she is giving me her full attention and she is ready to discuss any questions I have. Through her warm personality she creates an atmosphere of relaxation and peace that has helped to ease any anxiety I'd had about the infertility treatment. Marta, 32 I had a wonderful and very rewarding experience as one of Eileen’s fertility acupuncture patients. She has a special touch both spiritually and physically, treating you as a whole patient, continually helping you to focus on your core energy. I have recommended Eileen and her practice to my closest friends who are also challenged with fertility problems. My husband and I have a beautiful and healthy 7-month-old baby boy. We are deeply grateful to Eileen for all her assistance in this miracle, her knowledge, her support and her boundless kindness. Cindy -44 years old After enduring the emotional and physical anguish of more than 10 years of infertility testing and treatment, I became Eileen’s patient. It was immediately apparent that she was an amazing, skilled and compassionate clinician. I didn’t have any hope of conceiving, but I knew that she could make me feel better about myself and my situation with her wonderful and warm sense of humor and her expertise. Of course, miracles do happen and I credit her and thank her with all of my heart for my 2 healthy and beautiful babies. I saw her throughout both uneventful (blissful) pregnancies and only wish I could repeat those experiences again. I can never thank her enough. M.W., age 46 A friend was seeing Eileen for acupuncture treatment for an illness. She recommended that I see Eileen for acupuncture fertility treatments as Eileen has had tremendous results with many couples. My husband and I had tried unsuccessfully for two years to have a child. We went for all the traditional medical tests only to be told that the results were inconclusive and the doctors could not find any specific issue. Once I started the treatments with Eileen I felt like a new person - both mentally and physically. What I found the most unique and special about the acupuncture treatments with Eileen was that she really listened to me. The information she asked about my medical history, family, relationship, was so comprehensive - it was unbelievable to me that none of the doctors had ever asked. The treatment was then tailored to my entire being - to have all of the body systems working in harmony. The sessions were truly enjoyable - very relaxing - I always looked forward to each session. The acupuncture itself was painless and there were also treatments I could do at home - which helped so much with my mental state -to feel like I was doing something for a situation in which I had previously felt so powerless. Over the course of the treatments I developed a great relationship with Eileen For the first time in the two years of coping with infertility I felt like I had a partner, a confident and a friend to help me through it. Ours is a success story. Two months after starting treatment with Eileen I was pregnant. I continued treatments with Eileen throughout my pregnancy -they really helped with morning sickness and some swelling I had later on. My husband and I are now the proud parents of a beautiful baby boy. I will be forever grateful to the care and treatment I received from Eileen and Root & Branch. Kristin D., 35
After several years of trying to get pregnant, including working with a fertility clinic. I scheduled an appointment with Eileen based on the recommendation of a friend. I felt the positive impact of my weekly treatments immediately. I felt more relaxed, energetic and healthy. After about a year of ongoing treatment with Eileen and a fertility clinic, I delivered a healthy baby girl. I found Eileen to be incredibly knowledgeable, particularly about the ways in which acupuncture can help increase fertility. I also found her practice to be very well run; Eileen always met appointments on time, was always pleasant and always optimistic. Eileen is clearly an experienced and dedicated practitioner who has established a much needed therapeutic niche that many women would find offers outstanding results. M.O. 42
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