Pregnancy and Childbirth
Pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman’s life. Many women report feeling healthier than they have ever felt before; however, the physical growth of the baby and changes in hormone levels can bring about pain, discomfort and a , variety of health problems.
Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can provide a safe, effective alternative for many of the health complications that may arise before, during and after pregnancy. A growing number of women are choosing acupuncture to use throughout their pregnancy.
Said it before, will say it again, healthy parents produce healthy babies. With acupuncture and Oriental medicine, parents can improve their health to create the most optimal environment for their unborn child. In addition to their ability to strengthen, support, and balance overall health and well-being, acupuncture and Oriental medicine are an effective treatment for regulating menstruation and hormone levels, reducing stress and addressing any pre-existing medical conditions or concerns that a woman may have.
Acupuncture during Pregnancy
Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can play a vital role in the comfort of a pregnant woman. There is strong evidence to support that acupuncture is highly effective at treating some of the most common problems experienced during pregnancy including morning sickness, heartburn, insomnia, water retention and sciatica.
Problems commonly treated during pregnancy:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Hemorrhoids
- Edema and Swelling
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Pelvic Pain
- Neck and Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Leg Cramps
- Fatigue and Exhaustion
- Insomnia
- Anxiety and Depression
Acupuncture Postpartum
Many women feel depleted after the birth experience. Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can help the transition of those first few months after birth to ensure a quick recovery. Postpartum care focuses on the physical, emotional and psychological recovery of the mother from the effects of pregnancy and labor, as well as encouraging breast feeding.
Problems commonly treated postpartum:
- Fatigue
- Postpartum Depression
- Mastitis
- Insufficient or Excessive Lactation
- Post Operative Healing
- Night Sweats
Great Post. Really it will help lot of people. Thanks for the post.
Well done! – I looked up the Wiki on this and it did not have as detailed info – cheers!
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I know many people that have had acupuncture when pregnant and it’s really helped alleviate their morning sickness and aches and pains. I’d also like to recommend that if you’re experiencing morning sickness or other discomforts that you read this free ebook at http://www.babydirect.com/t-pregnancybabyebook.aspx called the Pregnancy and Baby Mega Checklist because they offer tons of answers to your most common pregnancy and baby questions and there’s a list of things to do when feeling naseaus that might help. Happy pregnancy everyone!
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