Pregnancy

Acupuncture can be helpful when trying to conceive (TTC) so consult with your TCM practitioner like shown

When to Start Acupuncture When Trying To Conceive (TTC)

If you’re considering acupuncture treatments to improve fertility, you may be wondering at what point you should begin treatments. In one sense, the sooner the better! But realistically, we know it’s hard to carve out time for regular treatments. So, what’s the optimal timing?  Here, we’ll guide you through the best timing based on where […]

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So You’re Pregnant (Or Might Be!) And Caught A Cold. Here’s 5 Tips You Need To Know

Did you know that when a woman is pregnant, her immune system undergoes fluctuations in response to changing fetal demands, usually making her more susceptible to getting sick? Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of working with countless pregnant women, many of whom sought relief from the common cold. Today we want to share

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The Use of Moxa and Acupuncture for Breech Presentation

Approximately 3-4% of babies settle into breech position towards the end of pregnancy. In general, breech position is described as any position where the baby’s bottom is facing downwards as opposed to vertex position, where the baby is head down. As far as birthing options go, in the US, a babe that remains in this

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10 Tricks and Tips for Easing Pregnancy, Pregnancy, Labor and Postpartum

10 Helpful Hints for Pregnancy, Labor and Postpartum

—from the Prenatal Yoga Center Please enjoy this list of 10 healthful hints for pregnancy, labor and postpartum. Much of this information is gathered from friends, students, hands-on experience, mentors and teachers. I strongly believe in learning from others, so please feel free to pass this along to all your friends! Olive Oil on Baby’s

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Promoting Healthy Hair with Traditional Chinese Medicine Post-Partum Haircare

Post-Partum Haircare

After giving birth, when hormone levels return to normal, new moms often experience many physical and emotional changes. One of the most frustrating is hair loss. Just as you’ve gotten used to enjoying the thick, healthy hair you had during your pregnancy, it starts to fall out, sometimes in clumps! There’s no need to panic,

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