Let’s discuss exercise and fertility. If you’re planning for a pregnancy, the idea that exercise could be bad for you probably hasn’t crossed your mind. Most people concentrating on improving their health think that eating the right foods and getting more exercise are at the top of the list. Many types of gym programs and […]
At Portland Acupuncture Studio, we are frequently asked “How often do I need to have acupuncture to help my fertility?” Since our treatments are tailored to each person’s unique needs, there is no standard answer to this question. However, there are some key factors influencing how many acupuncture sessions you need to improve your fertility, […]
What is IUI? IUI, or intrauterine insemination, is a common medical procedure done to help couples conceive. In this process, washed, concentrated sperm is inserted into the uterus at ovulation, to help increase the sperm’s ability to fertilize an egg. This procedure bypasses the sperm’s need to travel through the cervix, thereby increasing chances of […]
In Vitro Fertilization, or IVF, is an effective way to conceive after other efforts have been exhausted. For some couples, it’s the only way for them to become parents. Trying to conceive through IVF can be stressful, physically demanding, and costly. Many women who are undergoing IVF also seek out additional methods to support their […]
With more and more people using cannabis, whether for medical reasons or recreationally, it’s important to also understand how this can affect our hormones. Cannabis on Reproduction and Pregnancy While cannabis has been shown to be useful for treating pain, headaches or insomnia; there is a documented negative impact on reproduction and pregnancy, where it […]
Recurrent miscarriage successfully treated with acupuncture and Chinese medicine — a case study Several years ago, I published a case on recurrent miscarriage Chinese medicine treatment success in a 42-year-old woman. It is a wonderful story because this patient reported her fertility doctor did not expect her to conceive without the assistance of in vitro fertilization […]
by Lee Hullender Rubin, DAOM, LAc Does acupuncture and TCM increase the chances of getting pregnant with IVF? Savvy patients and doctors often ask a pointed question when we discuss integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture with an in vitro Fertilization (IVF) cycle. Does acupuncture and TCM increase the chances of getting pregnant with […]
Here’s Why You SHould Avoid Plastics and Receipts Plastics, phthalates, and bisphenol, oh my! Pregnant or trying to conceive? More evidence suggests it is better to avoid plastics and receipts. Last week, I watched a news story about a research study connecting low level exposure of plastics in pregnant fish to brain damage in their […]
Could your morning cup be sabotaging your acupuncture pain relief? This just in from the “say it isn’t so,” department. In a recent mouse study, acupuncture’s pain-relieving effects were blocked by caffeine. Brazilian scientists looked at different amounts of caffeine and its effects on acupuncture treatment for pain in this early research. It did not […]
