At Olive Tree Acupuncture, our main philosophy is the integration of Eastern and Western medical models through a supportive care approach. As such, we offer not only  acupuncture treatments and herbal medicine to supplement IVF, but rather a holistic and integrative IVF Support Program. 

This program aims to directly involve you in the entire IVF cycle, from our 3-month preparation program, through to commencement of an IVF cycle, including explanations on medications and procedures. We offer a safe place for you to voice your questions or queries, both during your treatment time and at any time during the cycle.  The program also enables you to keep us updated at all stages of your cycle, including blood tests and ultrasound results, medication changes and any relevant information. 

In addition to the physical benefits of acupuncture within the IVF cycle, we aim to nurture the emotional aspects, which are equally as important during the IVF process.  Olive Tree Acupuncture therefore provides you with a safe, reassuring and supportive environment. 

Acupuncture can make a difference not only to how you feel during your IVF cycle but can also improve your chances of a successful pregnancy and birth. As part of our holistic approach to IVF support, we recommend our pre-conception care program, including acupuncture treatments and herbal medicine, at least three months beore beginning a IVF cycle to give your body the best chance of producing good quality eggs and sperm, prepare the uterine lining, balance the hormones, and reduce any stress and anxiety.
      
Acupuncture can assist the IVF process by:

Decreasing stress levels
Stabilising hormone levels
Improving blood and energy flow to the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tubes
Improving quality and thickness of endometrium
Improving egg quality
Improving sperm count, motility and morphology
Improving your sleeping patterns
Reducing miscarriage

For more information, see our research page.

As part of our IVF Support Program, we recommend yoga as a tool to facilitate stress management and help calm your mind and body in preparation for and during your IVF cycle. The breathing exercises of yoga, known as pranayama, are an effective way of relieving stress and balancing hormones by bringing the focus to the mind and body, and thus centring your attention in the present. In addition, pranayama helps to detoxify the body, further preparing your body for conception.

Working in conjunction with our partner, Concord Yoga Studio, we specifically recommend attending the 
'Women's Health' yoga classes whilst preparing for and undergoing your IVF cycle. These classes offer a gentle, nurturing atmosphere with a focus on restorative poses to open the chest and hips. Such poses are beneficial for every stage of an IVF cycle as they increase blood flow to the pelvis, an essential element in preparing for IVF. These 'Women's Health' yoga classes will therefore complement your acupuncture treatments in reducing stress and preparing your body as you undergo the process of IVF.

The 'Women's Health' yoga classes are run on Mondays at 8.15pm and Wednesdays at 7pm at Concord Yoga Studio, in the same venue as Olive Tree Acupuncture. For more information about these classes, feel free to ask at your first consultation, or visit the Concord Yoga Studio website.