Pregnancy Acupuncture

Traditional Chinese acupuncture is a natural, safe and effective way to support both the expectant mother and baby in optimising a healthy pregnancy and childbirth. Having been in continuous use for over 2,000 years, traditional Chinese medicine & acupuncture have proven effective at relieving many discomforts and complications that can occur during these precious 9 months.

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Traditional Chinese Acupuncture is effective for: Morning Sickness, Nausea Threatened Miscarriage, Bleeding Reflux, Heartburn Constipation, Diarrhoea Colds & Flu, Allergies Fatigue, Exhaustion High Blood Pressure Anemia, "Small for dates" baby Back Pain, Sciatica Insomnia, Restless Legs Labour Preparation Breach Baby, Malposition Relaxation

Tamarin provides a comprehensive acupuncture plan during pregnancy, including labour preparation as well as postnatal support. Acupuncture appeals to many women who are considering alternative options to encourage labour naturally because it is safe, effective and non-invasive.

Labour Preparation:

From week 36 weeks onwards, weekly acupuncture treatments are given to help:

* Regulate hormones and promote relaxation
* Encourage baby into a favourable position
* Promote natural softening of the cervix & dilation
* Tone the muscles of the uterus
* Improve energy for the demands of labour
* Prepare physically, mentally and emotionally for the birth 

Postnatally acupuncture is effective in helping with recovering from childbirth as it promotes energy, sleep, tones the uterus, eases pain and improves breast milk production. If the birth is complicated or traumatic for any reason acupuncture is effective in helping with recovery from surgery, post natal depression and post traumatic stress. 

If you are considering using natural methods, and would like to know more on how the ancient art of acupuncture can support you in your motherhood journey, please contact Tamarin today.