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The Acupuncture Pregnancy and IVF Support Clinic

Trusted since 2008 for fertility, IVF, pregnancy & reproductive acupuncture.

Our warm & experienced AHPRA-registered Chinese medicine practitioners offer integrative care across Sydney (Alexandria, Westmead, CBD), Central Coast, Melbourne & Mornington. We are an Integrative traditional Chinese Medicine clinic dedicated to IVF support, Reproductive and Women's health, and Pregnancy and Postnatal care. Our 6 Clinic locations include:
Sydney City - Level 1, 343 George St 02 92991311
Sydney, Alexandria - level 2, 15 Bowden St Alexandria 0403180611
Sydney Westmead- 35/163 Hawkesbury Rd Westmead 02 9689 1614
East Melbourne - 8/228 Clarendon St 03 9078 5759
Gosford - Suite 3, 215 Albany St 0481 202881
Mornington- 1A, 346 Main St Mornington VIC 3931 (02) 59160182

For more information, inquiries and bookings please go to:
www.acupuncturepregnancy.com.au

01/04/2026

Planning your appointments around the Easter long weekend? 🐣
Here’s when we’re open (and when we’re taking a little pause).

We know fertility, IVF cycles, and pregnancy care don’t always follow public holidays so where possible, we’re still here to support you 💛

✨ Easter Clinic Hours Overview:

Alexandria
• Closed: Good Friday – Easter Monday

Westmead
• Friday: 10am – 7pm
• Saturday: 9am – 4pm
• Sunday: Closed (on-call ET available)
• Monday: 12pm – 7pm

Sydney CBD
• Closed: Good Friday – Easter Monday

Central Coast (Gosford)
• Open: Saturday only
• Closed: Friday & Monday

Melbourne
• Good Friday: 10:30am – 2pm
• Saturday: 9:30am – 2pm
• Closed: Sunday & Monday
• Pre/post embryo transfer available on request

Mornington
• Closed: Friday & Monday

If you’re mid-cycle or planning around IVF, we recommend booking ahead to secure your preferred time.

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We hope you have a gentle, restful Easter whatever this season looks like for you 💛

30/03/2026

It was such a pleasure to be invited to the Grand opening of last Wednesday evening to see beautiful new rooms of and his colleague !

What a view -wow 🤯🤩! And what a warm and welcoming feel the place had! The hallway was joked to look like fallopian tube 😆which tbh… it kind of did!

Lovely night chatting to some fertility community we so much enjoy working alongside! The night gave us the warm and fuzzies !

Wonderful space 👏

26/03/2026

Why do you need to know that?” 🤔 (We can hear you thinking it.)

During a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) consultation especially for fertility we often ask questions you may never have been asked before. And yes… some of them can feel a little weird.

We might ask about:
• Are you usually warm or cold?
• What are your bowel motions like?
• Do you sweat easily?
• What is your cycle length?
• Is your period light or heavy? Painful? Clotted?
• What colour is the blood?

So what do these questions actually tell us?
👉 Example:
• A long cycle with light flow may suggest Blood or Kidney deficiency
• Heavy bleeding or clots can point toward Blood stagnation
• Cold hands, feet, and cramping may indicate Cold in the uterus
• Spotting before a period could suggest Qi deficiency
• Digestive issues can affect how well the body produces Blood (essential for a healthy cycle and implantation)

Your answers along with tongue and pulse analysis help us build a clear, individualised TCM diagnosis. This diagnosis guides how we support ovulation, improve blood flow to the uterus, regulate hormones, and optimise conditions for conception.

Every detail matters. What may seem unrelated often gives us vital clues about how your organs and systems are communicating (or not).

Acupuncture works by helping under- or over-functioning systems return to balance, supporting the body’s natural rhythms and harmonising yin and yang. The reasoning behind point selection can take years to fully learn, but we’re always happy to explain why we choose certain points and how they’re supporting your fertility and overall wellbeing.

🌿 Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF, regulating your cycle, or supporting your body post-partum, TCM takes a holistic, personalised approach because your fertility journey is uniquely yours.

✨ Curious to learn more or book a session? Tap the link in our bio

24/03/2026

Endometriosis support + free acupuncture care

We wanted to share a research opportunity that may be helpful for some of our patients living with endometriosis.

A PhD study at NICM Health Research Institute (Western Sydney University) is currently recruiting participants to explore acupuncture for endometriosis.

Participants receive:
• 12 free acupuncture treatments
• Weekly sessions over 12 weeks
• Treatment at NICM in Westmead

Who can join?
• Diagnosed endometriosis
• Not currently undergoing fertility treatment over the next 3 months

This is a great opportunity to receive consistent care while also contributing to research in this area.

We know how complex and ongoing endometriosis can be, and more research like this is really important for improving support and understanding.

If this feels relevant for you or someone you know, you can learn more via the link below.

🔗 [Link in Bio: Endometriosis and Acupuncture Study]

Reference / Study Info:
NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University – Endometriosis Acupuncture Study

23/03/2026

Low AMH can feel overwhelming.

This study looked at whether Chinese herbal medicine could support ovarian reserve in women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR).

Over 3 months, researchers found:

• AMH improved in the herbal groups

• AMH declined in the hormone-only group

• Herbal treatment showed similar results to combined therapy

The strongest responses were seen in women under 40, with no previous pregnancies, and AMH above 0.2.

Researchers suggest this may relate to improved ovarian blood flow, reduced inflammation, and support of hormonal regulation.

This was an observational study, so more research is needed. Outcomes can vary depending on your individual health and fertility history.

If you’re navigating low AMH or IVF, we’re here to support you with personalised, evidence-informed care.

🔗 Link in bio to learn more

Reference:
Qiao X et al. (2025). Analysis of the effectiveness and influencing factors of Bushen Huoxue Formula in treating diminished ovarian reserve: A retrospective cohort study. Medicine.

07/03/2026

✨ This International Women’s Day - March 8, 2026 ✨

“Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls” is the official global theme this year a powerful reminder that equity and support are still work in progress for women around the world.

For many people on fertility, pregnancy, and reproductive health journeys, this theme resonates deeply: fairness, access to care, and emotional support matter at every step.

At The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic, we see every day how resilience, courage, community and justice shape someone’s health journey especially in spaces where women’s needs haven’t always been centred.

💛 Today we celebrate:
• Your strength through uncertainty
• Your courage to ask for help
• Your right to compassionate, personalised care
• Your voice, your body, your experience

And we continue to stand with you not just today, but every day through the ups, the pauses, the waiting, and the breakthroughs.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, working with IVF, supporting your hormones, or simply investing in your wellbeing you matter.

📍 We’re here for you across Sydney CBD, Alexandria, Westmead, Central Coast, Melbourne and Mornington.

Let’s keep showing up not just with intention, but with action.

💪 What does empowerment look like to you today? Share in the comments.

06/03/2026

Persistent swelling?
Recurring ovarian cysts?
PCOS symptoms that won’t settle?
Or a lingering phlegmy cough that keeps hanging around?

There’s an acupuncture point we often talk about in the clinic that may interest you.

Today we’re highlighting Stomach 40 (ST40) traditionally known in Chinese medicine as one of the key points used to support the body in resolving “phlegm.”

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, “phlegm” doesn’t just refer to mucus in the lungs. It’s a broader concept describing the accumulation of fluids in the body.

Swellings, cysts, nodules, and certain PCOS presentations may fall into this category.

✨ ST40 is traditionally used to support:
• Phlegm and persistent cough
• Fluid accumulation
• Ovarian cysts
• Dizziness
• Asthma
• Certain types of swelling

📍 Location:
On the front of the lower leg, midway between knee and ankle, two finger-breadths to the outer side of the shin bone.

As always, acupuncture treatment is individualised. One point alone isn’t a full treatment plan it’s part of a broader pattern assessment.

If you’re navigating PCOS, recurrent cysts, or fluid-related symptoms and want personalised support, we’re here to help.

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05/03/2026

🍂 March is Endometriosis Awareness Month.

But for many women, awareness comes years too late.

1 in 7 women in Australia are affected by endometriosis.
Yet diagnosis can take years.

Not because symptoms aren’t real.
But because they’re often normalised.

Pelvic pain is not “just bad periods.”
Heavy bleeding is not something you have to push through.
Severe fatigue isn’t a personality trait.

💛 The good news? Awareness is growing. Research is improving. And earlier diagnosis is becoming part of the conversation (finally).

Common symptoms of endometriosis can include:
🔸 Pelvic pain — before, during, or after menstruation
🔸 Heavy or irregular periods
🔸 Pain with bowel movements or urination during periods
🔸 Ongoing fatigue
🔸 Bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, or nausea
🔸 Difficulty conceiving

✨ Every experience is different. Some women have severe pain. Others have very few symptoms. Both are valid.

If something doesn’t feel right in your body, it’s worth investigating.
Early support and coordinated care may help improve quality of life and reproductive outcomes.

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🔗 Read our latest blog on endometriosis and fertility via the link in bio.
📖Everything You Need to Know About Endometriosis
📖Understanding Endometriosis: A Perspective on Chinese Medicine

04/03/2026

Thinking about taking fish oil during pregnancy?

Recent research from a Cochrane Review highlights the benefits of omega-3 supplementation during pregnancy:

🐟 May help reduce the risk of preterm births (both

03/03/2026

What a beautiful Chinese New Year 🧧 Celebration!

Many of Alexandria clinic (AnNi, Charlie, Christine, Charlie, Linh (and husband David) Amy (and her partner George ) and Jaclyn our CBD Director (& 4 great kids) all gathered on Sunday to Celebrate the new lunar year 🔥 🐎 !

We drank (puerh tea mainly), we ate (delicious dumplings 🥟 prepared by George), plus noodles for our long lives and fish 🐟 for prosperity and good health!

Then we splashed and swam in the pool! 🏊‍♀️

There were presents 🎁 for everyone, and some bigger extra ones….🥁

✨Linh to celebrate 🥳 recent marriage to David !

💫Charlie to celebrate 🍾 6 years at

⭐️ AnNi celebrate 🙌 8 years practice at clinic!

Big shout out to AnNi and Charlie our much adored practitioner!

We are just soo blessed and grateful to have wonderful caring and dedicated practitioners in our team.

Here is to wonderful 2026 🔥 🐎 and may everyone have many happy times this year & positive change!

We hope the worlds current 🌍 turbulent times, in time creates some needed positive changes !

🐉🐲🏮🧨🧧🇨🇳🎎🏯㊙️

27/02/2026

Living with PCOS can be a real challenge, and it's more important than ever to help women dealing with a PCOS diagnosis feel empowered in the resources and strategies they can use to help manage the symptoms.

Access to reliable resources can make all the difference.

From managing weight to regulating cycles, finding expert guidance is like having a compass to navigate the PCOS maze.

Here, we're sharing our top tips to help you tackle PCOS symptoms and highlight the options available to women with PCOS.

If you're seeking personalised support tailored to your needs, we're here for you 💚. Our clinic specialises in women's health, fertility and pregnancy support.

Whether you're curious to learn more or ready to book a consultation, tap the link in our bio to get in touch with one of our qualified Chinese medicine and Acupuncture practitioners.

13/02/2026

The Year of the Yang Fire Horse 🐎🐴🌸
What this new cycle may mean for fertility, pregnancy, and the body.

Chinese New Year begins on February 17, 2026, marking the transition into the Year of the Yang Fire Horse.

As we step into 2026, many people feel it instinctively something is shifting.

In Chinese astrology, the Yang Fire Horse marks a return of movement and warmth after years of pause. Energy begins to rise again. Life wants to move forward but not through force.

For fertility and pregnancy, this matters.

Fire represents activation.
The Horse represents movement.
Together, they support circulation, rhythm, and change when held in balance.

This is not a year for rushing or extremes.
It’s a year for:
• warmth over urgency
• rhythm over timelines
• gentle momentum over pressure

When the body feels safe and supported, it often remembers how to move forward naturally.

We’ve shared a full guide exploring what the Fire Horse year may bring including insights for each Chinese zodiac sign and practical ways to support fertility and pregnancy through this cycle.

👉 Read the full article via the link in bio.

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The Acupuncture Pregnancy clinics (incorporating the original Acupuncture IVF Support clinics) in Sydney and Melbourne and the Central Coast are the first of their kind in Australia. The first clinic was established in 2008 in response to evidence from clinical trial results which demonstrated some benefits of acupuncture for IVF patients. Since then we have seen more than 12,000 patients.

Professional integrity, best practice and offering appropriate clinical programs are a priority for us – in a field where patients can sometimes be very vulnerable. We see couples or single women who are trying to conceive, whether with IVF or naturally. Many of our patients, once they conceive, like to be looked after during their pregnancies and helped with labour preparation too.

Sydney City, Level 7, 300 George St City 02 8964 6887 Sydney East, Specialist Day Hospital, 15 Bowden St, Alexandria 0403 180 611 Sydney West, Daher Centre, Suite 35, 163 Hawkesbury Rd Westmead 02 689 1614 Melbourne East, 228 Clarendon St 03 9078 5759 Central Coast, Suite 3 215 Albany St North Gosford 2250 0481 202 881