Chicago Holistic Health & Fertility
Holistic Care for Fertility, Pregnancy and Family Health
Holistic care for family health and fertility should be highly personal, compassionate, and customized to meet the unique needs and complex challenges of each patient. Founded in 2002, Pulling Down the Moon recognizes the stress and emotional turmoil and fatigue that can come with infertility as well as your day to day health. We are physician-supported and committed to evidence-based practices, which have gained national recognition including being:
- Among the first multidisciplinary, Holistic practices dedicated to Fertility and Pregnancy
- Nationally recognized Massage and Yoga programs
- Featured in National Publications & News Sources including the New York Times, Fox and WGN
- Doctor-Approved, offering patient education and training for OB and RE practices across the country
We offer various services for Fertility, Pregnancy and Family Health including:
- Acupuncture
- Yoga
- Nutrition ART Prep/Recovery Program
- Nutritional Supplements
- Fertility Enhancing Massage ™
- CocoonCare™ Prenatal Yoga/Fitness & Coaching
To discover the benefits of our Holistic Health services for yourself, or to ask any questions about our center, call (312) 321-0004.
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I Never Thought Becoming a Mama Would Be Hard…
My parent’s were able to have my sister and I. My husband, Daniel, has parents that went through infertility, and with the help of medication, were able to conceive him and his sister. And sure, you learn things in sex ed class, but no one teaches you just what real life can bring when you […]
Healthy and Fertility Boosting Fall Produce
Robin Miller, RDN I love this time of year, when the air turns cool and the trees blaze with color and pumpkin spice seems to take over the stores! I look forward to loading my kitchen with the abundance of fresh foods that are ready to be harvested. Fall fruits and fall vegetables are not […]
Magnesium: An Essential Mineral for Fertility and Pregnancy
By Margaret Eich, MS, RDN Magnesium is an essential mineral in hundreds of reactions in the body involved in a variety of processes including deriving energy from food, DNA synthesis, and blood sugar regulation. In addition, magnesium is a mineral component of bone along with calcium and phosphorus. Along with these important functions, did you […]
Acupuncture During Pregnancy
By Christina Livas L.Ac. As an acupuncturist working in the fertility field, I am frequently asked if Acupuncture is safe during pregnancy. I am here to answer that question! Acupuncture is a completely safe and effective treatment for minor to moderate pregnancy symptoms. It is important to know that there are many medications that are […]
Abdominal Massage During Stims…Is it Safe?
by Meredith Nathan LMT Lately I’ve had an increasing number of clients raising a concern to me: is abdominal massage safe to receive during IVF? Some have been warned by their doctors…others have seen precautions online. And others may have intuitively wondered, as their own abdominal discomfort increased during stimulation. The concern is valid – during stimulation, […]
Acupuncture Explained
Kelly Lyons, L.Ac, MSOM The value of your practitioner Why do I need to come in to the office? One of the beautiful aspects of acupuncture is that your body is seen and understood as the complete instrument that it is. Your acupuncture point system is endlessly evolving. If you have graduated out of weekly […]