Using Acupuncture For Fertility Success Over 40

We’ve seen dozens of women over the age of 40 in our clinic, and many of them have been told by their doctors that they just won’t be able to conceive without the help of IVF or IUI treatments. A few rounds of acupuncture later and, boom. They’re pregnant. Acupuncture supports the body on a cellular level, normalizing hormone levels, improving egg quality, and enhancing your fertility overall. Today, we’re going to look at how using acupuncture for fertility success over 40 can help women finally conceive.

Acupuncture regulates the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis in women over 40 to encourage healthy cycles. It also prepares the endometrium for conception by regulating key hormones and improving blood flow to the reproductive organs.

How can acupuncture help women over 40 get pregnant?

If you’re over the age of 40 and struggling to get pregnant, acupuncture could be the linchpin in your entire fertility plan. Acupuncture has long been used to relieve stress. That in and of itself is enough to help many women overcome their fertility struggles. Routine acupuncture sessions support neurotransmitter activity, enhancing your mood as well as your tolerance to stress.

But acupuncture does a lot more than just reduce stress. It also regulates hormone levels. Acupuncture has a modulating effect on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, and what that basically means is that it balances your hormones naturally to support normal periods. Healthy menstrual cycles that come every 28 to 32 days are a good indicator of fertility.

Of course, just because your cycles are regular doesn’t mean that you’re ovulating. Many women fail to conceive after the age of 40 because of a decline in ovarian activity and, consequently, egg production. Acupuncture increases blood flow to the reproductive system, supporting ovarian function and even improving egg quality.

Research shows that acupuncture also helps prepare the endometrium for implantation. It does this by regulating key hormones, specifically prolactin and progesterone, which play a crucial role in conception. All of these factors work together to improve your fertility, even after the age of 40.

When should you start fertility acupuncture if you want to get pregnant after 40?

If you and your partner are trying to conceive, then the sooner you can start fertility acupuncture, the better. And that doesn’t just go for women over 40, that goes for every woman, no matter what her age. Acupuncture’s adaptogenic nature makes it an appropriate therapy for every mom-to-be thanks to its unique ability to support the body however it needs to be supported.

It’s never too soon, or too late, to start acupuncture for fertility over 40. However, we typically recommend that our clients start their round of fertility acupuncture sessions 6 to 12 months before trying to get pregnant. For women over 40 who are using assisted conception treatments, you should schedule acupuncture at a minimum of 2 to 3 months before transfer.

Whether they’re expecting or not, many of our clients come into the clinic every month for an acupuncture session. We may make adjustments to your treatments as you progress. Some patients need more acupuncture sessions, others need fewer but longer sessions. We’ll consider your unique circumstances and help guide you during your treatment.

After successful conception, many expecting mothers over 40 choose to continue their acupuncture treatments. Acupuncture is a safe and effective way to cope with the symptoms of pregnancy. Many women rely on acupuncture (and reflexology) to get them through their morning sickness. Plus, it really helps with pelvic and lower back pain. If you deal with sciatica symptoms, those can worsen with pregnancy. Acupuncture can help you find relief!

What else can women over 40 do to support fertility?

Trying to get pregnant naturally over the age of 40 can be overwhelming at times. You may feel that it’s too late in the game for you to conceive naturally, and that’s a lot of pressure to place on yourself. It’s important to make your mental health a priority. If you’re a woman over the age of 40 desperately trying to conceive, acupuncture is going to help you deal with the stress.

Aside from acupuncture, there are a few other steps you can take to enhance your fertility naturally. Adding fertility superfoods to your diet, like fish, goji berries, and yams, can boost your chances of getting pregnant. Regular exercise will also help by improving insulin sensitivity since high levels of insulin can block conception.

If you’re dealing with an underlying condition, like PCOS, endometriosis, or dysmenorrhea, addressing those issues will also go a long way toward improving your fertility. Even health problems that seem totally unrelated to fertility, like seasonal allergies and insomnia, can point to systemic issues that need to be addressed to help you get pregnant.

When supporting your fertility over the age of 40, it’s important to take your whole health into consideration. Lifestyle and dietary changes, in addition to regular acupuncture sessions, equip your body with the tools it needs to support reproductive health. We utilize all of these tactics to help women over 40 get pregnant.

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Western medicine tells women that 40 years of age is too old to be getting pregnant without the help of fertility treatments. In our experience, that’s not necessarily true. We’ve helped countless women over 40 support their fertility naturally and welcome the babies of their dreams into their lives — all with the help of acupuncture.

Acupuncture is gentle, yet effective. You’ll leave each session feeling relaxed and empowered with the knowledge that you’re doing everything you can to support your fertility. This will help you whether you try to conceive naturally, or with the help of IVF or IUI.

You don’t have to give up on your dreams of having a baby. Get in touch with us today to learn more about how acupuncture can help you. At Integrative Healing Arts, we’re happy to answer any questions you may have. We’ll listen to your fertility goals and create a customized protocol that allows you to meet them.