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Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine that involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body. This stimulates the body’s natural healing processes and helps to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Acupuncture can effectively treat a wide range of conditions, including pain, digestive issues, anxiety, depression, headaches, and insomnia, to name a few.
Most patients report very little to no pain during acupuncture treatments. Some may feel a slight prick or tingling sensation, but overall the experience is usually described as relaxing and painless.
The number of treatments needed will vary depending on the individual and their condition. Some patients may experience significant improvement after just one session, while others may require multiple treatments.
Acupuncture is considered safe when performed by a licensed and properly trained practitioner. Serious side effects are rare, but as with any medical treatment, there is always a slight risk of complications.
Coverage for acupuncture varies depending on insurance plans. Some insurance providers cover acupuncture as a form of medical treatment, while others do not. It is best to check with your insurance provider to determine your coverage.
Your first acupuncture appointment will typically involve a comprehensive consultation to determine your specific health goals and symptoms. Your practitioner will then create a personalized treatment plan and begin the first acupuncture session.
Acupuncture treatments typically last between 30 minutes to an hour.
Loose, comfortable clothing is best for acupuncture treatments, as your practitioner will need access to certain points on your body.
The length of time it takes to see results from acupuncture varies depending on the individual and their condition. Some patients may experience improvement after just one session, while others may take several treatments to see results.
Solstice Natural Health Co.
511 SW 10th Ave, Suite 610
Portland, OR 97205
Appts: 503-442-1205
Fax: 971-200-5619
Infertility impacts 1 in 6.
Despite what are likely the best of intentions, asking deeply personal questions or sharing unsolicited advice can bring up feelings of pain or discomfort for those who are already on a difficult journey.
If someone chooses to share their experiences with you, please listen and be supportive instead of trying to give advice.
Let them ask for advice if they want to receive it.
Compassion and kindness are needed more than advice or suggestions.
If you have questions about how acupuncture can support you throughout your pregnancy, please schedule a complimentary consultation.
How do I know if I’m ovulating???
This is a question my patients often ask when they are #ttc . You may think it should be obvious: it’s on cycle day 14, right?
Ah, the myth of the 28 day cycle!
You theoretically ovulate on day 14 if you have a 28 day cycle.
Actual ovulation happens 12-14 days PRIOR to the start of your next menstrual cycle. So if your cycle is regular and predictable, it can be really easy to know when to take that OPK test and to know when to have sex.
If you have irregular cycles, you *could* take OPKs every day, but you can also learn what signs your body gives you so that you can narrow that window.
So look for the following:
Slippery cervical mucous that looks like raw egg white.
Increased libido— being more interested in sex is a good sign that you could be in your fertile window.
Mittelschmerz is one-sided lower abdominal pain that can be an indicator of ovulation. Not everyone has this happen, but if you do it could be a sign of ovulation.
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It is an honor to support my patients through their fertility journey.
“It’s hard to fully capture how central Erin was to my fertility and pregnancy journey. An exceptionally kind practitioner, Erin cared for me during a multi-year process of fertility treatments, complications, pregnancy, and postpartum filled with highs and lows. Her expertise and guidance supported me in innumerable ways, and were fundamental—honestly decisive—on my path to motherhood. I will be forever grateful to her and her practice.” - VF
