How Acupuncture Can Boost Fertility Naturally: What to Expect from Your First Session in Chicago
Trying to conceive can be one of life’s most emotional and physically demanding journeys. For many women and couples, the path to parenthood feels filled with both hope and frustration. Increasingly, people are turning to acupuncture for fertility as a natural, science-supported way to balance the body, regulate hormones, and create the optimal environment for conception.
At Pulling Down the Moon in Chicago, we’ve helped thousands of individuals and couples integrate acupuncture into their fertility plan—both for natural conception and in combination with assisted reproductive technologies like IVF and IUI.
Read on for a preview of what you can expect from your first fertility acupuncture session at Pulling Down the Moon.
How Acupuncture Supports Fertility Naturally
Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body to restore energetic balance, increase blood flow, and reduce stress—all of which can directly and indirectly impact reproductive health.
Research suggests that acupuncture may help improve blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, promote hormonal balance, and regulate ovulation (Trends in Acupuncture for Infertility: A Scoping Review, 2024).
Some studies show improved clinical pregnancy and live birth rates compared to no treatment (Manheimer et al., PMC6918533, 2019), while others, such as a JAMA trial, found minimal differences between acupuncture and sham acupuncture (Smith et al., JAMA, 2018). Since acupuncture points and treatments are based on an individual's presentation, a one-size-fits-all approach, common in Western medicine, is antithetical to Eastern approaches like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture.
Overall, acupuncture can positively affect
stress reduction,
uterine blood flow, and
hormonal regulation, key factors in supporting fertility naturally
(Cleveland Clinic, 2023).
What to Expect from Your First Acupuncture Session in Chicago
If you’re new to acupuncture, your first visit is designed to help you feel informed and comfortable. Here’s what typically happens during an initial fertility-focused session at Pulling Down the Moon:
- Personal Consultation
Your practitioner reviews your health history, menstrual patterns, stress levels, and fertility goals. This holistic intake helps tailor your treatment plan to your specific needs. - Gentle Treatment
Fine, sterile needles are placed at carefully selected points on your body. Most clients describe the sensation as deeply relaxing—many even fall asleep during their session. - Customized Treatment Plan
Based on your body’s needs, your acupuncturist recommends a personalized schedule of treatments and may include guidance on nutrition for fertility, supplements, or lifestyle practices such as fertility yoga or Fertility Enhancing Massage.
Why Chicago Patients Choose Pulling Down the Moon
Pulling Down the Moon is Chicago’s leading holistic fertility center, supporting journeys through acupuncture, nutrition, instant access yoga + fitness, massage, and emotional wellness. Our practitioners collaborate with top fertility clinics to provide integrative care that nurtures body, mind, and spirit.
Begin Your Fertility Journey Naturally
Whether you’re preparing for IVF or trying to conceive naturally, acupuncture can help your body find balance and increase your chances of success.
References
- Zhu J, et al. Acupuncture as Treatment for Female Infertility: A Systematic Review. Front Endocrinol. 2022. PMC8865966
- Manheimer E, et al. What Is the Role of Acupuncture in In Vitro Fertilization Outcomes? Integr Med Res. 2019. PMC6918533
- Smith CA, et al. Effect of Acupuncture vs Sham Acupuncture on Live Births Among Women Undergoing IVF. JAMA. 2018. Link
- Chen Y, et al. Trends in Acupuncture for Infertility: A Scoping Review. Front Reprod Health. 2024. PMC11183275
- Cleveland Clinic. Acupuncture for Fertility: Can It Help You Get Pregnant? 2023. Link
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