***Nourish the mother to nourish the baby***
For thousands of years women have been using this medicine to contribute to a more comfortable pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. In Chinese medicine, pregnancy is viewed as a woman’s window of opportunity to enhance her well being. Emphasis is placed on preventative care to strengthen the mother and baby, as well as addressing specific issues as they occur during pregnancy. Women who receive acupuncture while pregnant feel more connected to their baby, more relaxed about the birth process, and have fewer symptoms than other pregnant women. In addition to moms feeling their best, the babies inside the womb love receiving acupuncture. Babies typically are active during treatments and tend to grow more optimally when moms get acupuncture regularly.
We commonly treat women seeking pregnancy support with the following conditions:
Baby is here and you want to be at your best. Wise women know that you must take time to heal properly after birth or your health can be affected for the long term. Moms that are intentional about their postpartum period tend to regain their health quicker, have a more robust milk supply, and enjoy their baby’s first year. Moms can optimize their recovery and manage symptoms after birth with acupuncture and herbal medicine. We often help moms who are experiencing constipation, urinary and pelvic floor problems, insomnia, back/neck pain, hip pain, low milk supply, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, insomnia, night sweats, post-partum depression, and fatigue. We also can help Cesarian-section pain, scar-healing and provide stress relief for both parents.
*Postpartum depression—After giving birth, the body goes through hormonal changes that can manifest both physically and mentally. Acupuncture can help moderate these hormonal changes and smooth this transition. In addition to acupuncture we can safely prescribe Chinese herbs to help speed recovery and stabilize the mood.
*Lactation support–There are specific acupuncture points and Chinese herbs that can increase the milk supply in lactating women. We can discuss dietary and lifestyle changes to support healthy milk supply. Please contact us as soon as possible if you are struggling with milk supply.
If you are ready to feel healthier and more at ease, then call our clinic today so we can discuss your healthcare needs and set up your first appointment:
541-535-5082
“As with many others, the decision to try acupuncture was a desperate, ‘last resort’ effort seeking pain relief and freedom from daily pain medication. With hope, but few expectations, I turned to Middeway Medicine. I was happily astonished by the positive results experienced after two sessions. Equally healing has been the calm, unhurried atmosphere and the compassionate listening experienced at Middleway.”
G.V., Ashland OR
Dr. Sandra Curry, DACM, LAc, DiplOM
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