Introduction Miscarriage refers to the loss of pregnancy before the embryo or fetus has developed to the stage when it will survive. When one’s pregnancy goes wrong, all the joy, excitement, and anticipation become guilt, devastation, and sorrow. Miscarriage happens for many reasons, and yet, there are ways to prevent it. Acupuncture can be one […]
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Taking Advantage of IVF Acupuncture in Portland
Introduction: Taking Advantage of IVF Acupuncture in Portland In vitro fertilization, or IVF, is a process of fertilizing eggs with sperm outside the body to improve chances of conception. It involves stimulating a woman’s ovaries to produce from 2-15 eggs at a time. Hence allowing the sperm to fertilize the eggs in a lab, either […]
Supporting Fertility by Honoring Our Bodies
Supporting Fertility by Honoring Our Bodies Hello! I’m Haley West, LAc. I am so honored to join Portland Acupuncture Studio and the integrative team at Synergy Women’s Health Care. It is with excitement and gratitude that I practice my calling in Chinese medicine and women’s reproductive health. As you might have read in my bio, […]