Cirencester Acupuncture

21/03/2026

Sometimes healing doesn’t only happen in a treatment room.

Sometimes it happens in the woods,
sitting in a circle of women,
sharing poetry, stories, laughter, quiet support and holding silence.

There is something incredibly powerful about being outside, feet on the earth, breathing in trees, slowing down enough to listen…..to nature, to others, and to ourselves.

In Chinese medicine, we talk about living in harmony with the seasons, with nature, and with our own cycles.
We are not separate from nature, we are part of it.

This afternoon was a beautiful reminder that healing can come from community, from stillness, from being heard, and from simply being present. 🍃

15/01/2026

I went to the beautiful Emmanuel Centre in London this evening to see Dr Rangan Chatterjee speak about his book Happy Mind Happy Life.

I love sitting in a beautiful space surrounded by people who are all there with the same intention, to understand ourselves better and to support our wellbeing, mind and body.

What really came through is that happiness looks different for each of us. It isn’t something we can expect the world around us to provide, but something that grows when we align our daily lives with what truly matters to us - our values, boundaries, and sense of purpose. That includes setting gentle goals that guide us without over-obsessing on the outcome, acknowledging what we already have, and occasionally pausing to ask ourselves: if we were looking back at our life, what would be the top three things that mattered…….and are we living in a way that honours them?

It was such a good reminder that small, consistent changes really can make a big difference to how we feel day to day, and to our overall outlook on life,
something I often talk about with patients I’m supporting with their emotional health 🌿

I left feeling inspired, grounded, and fully committed to a happier mind…well,
at least until tomorrow morning when the emails start. 😂🙃

A genuinely lovely evening ✨

10/01/2026

I was recently speaking on the Don’t Tell Me To Relax podcast about something I talk about a lot in clinic…

And when I saw one of my patients today, she laughed and said:
“I was listening thinking… I BET Melissa mentions keeping warm!” 😂

She knows me well.

Because warmth isn’t a quirky preference - it’s foundational to fertility.

Warmth = circulation.
And circulation is how oxygen, hormones and nutrients reach the ovaries and uterus.

When the body is cold (or depleted), it prioritises survival over reproduction.

In clinic, this can show up as:
▫️ Low basal body temperatures
▫️ Delayed or weaker ovulation
▫️ Luteal phase challenges
▫️ Poor uterine blood flow

I support warmth in very simple, practical ways:
• Warm, cooked meals
• Avoiding iced drinks (especially pre-ovulation)
• Keeping feet, abdomen & lower back warm
• Gentle daily movement
• Acupuncture to move Qi & Blood
• And yes - a heated couch and heat lamps too, of course ♨️

Fertility isn’t about forcing the body.
It’s about creating the right internal environment.

And yes… I will probably always talk about keeping warm 💛

✨ Curious how acupuncture could support your fertility?
Book a discovery call via the link in bio.

🎧 Full episode link https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dont-tell-me-to-relax-a-fertility-podcast/id1663536357?i=1000744411642

11/10/2025

If you’re trying to conceive, and would like support with the connection of others in the same situation then I’d love it if you can join me on Saturday 18th October. I am part of a group of Hannah Pearn affiliate fertility acupuncturists around the country providing walk and talks this week.

Please sign up here - https://mailchi.mp/hannahpearn.com/cirencester

Also, starting on Monday 13th Oct at 7.30 the Hannah Pearn team have 5 night of Fertility Talks- each night is a different topic- covering all of your fertility foundations- for free with one of our lovely team experts.

We have:

🩸 Monday: Menstrual Cycle Health and Fertility with me

🧪 Tuesday: Fertility Tests and Investigations with me

💦 Wednesday: Cycle Tracking to Conceive with Katy

🍎 Thursday: Nutrition for Your Fertility with Kirsty

❤️ Friday: Looking After Yourself with Carly

There is time for Q& A at the end of each talk and if you can’t join us live then we send round the replay.

11/10/2025

Do come along to the Cirencester Fertility Walk and Talk next Saturday afternoon at 3pm by Roots and Seeds - sign up here -https://mailchi.mp/hannahpearn.com/cirencester I am so looking forward to meeting you. X

20/08/2025

I love this - and talk about this a lot to my patients who ‘over-think’. There are some wonderful points that aid this too! 🙌

09/08/2025

Although I have taken several courses on treating fertility over the last 20 years, in January I embarked on a whole new level of in depth study for the Advanced Diploma in Fertility Acupuncture, the gold standard in this industry worldwide. I am now excited, and a little nervous, to be approaching the final exam! This allows me to feel confident that I can support each patient with the best expert care and support, not only with acupuncture but also recommendations for the appropriate testing, or scans that may have been missed in the gap between the GP and the IVF clinic. If you would like more information on how I can support you on your fertility journey, I’m here for you.

01/08/2025

This was a lot of fun 🤩 A few of the wonderful fertility team I work with and some items used to support our patients 🤩

02/04/2025

🙌😍

✨ New Cochrane Review Confirms Acupuncture Helps with Chronic Low Back Pain!

A newly published Cochrane review of reviews has examined non-drug and non-surgical treatments for low back pain. The results? Acupuncture effectively reduces pain and improves function for those with chronic low back pain! 🎯

🔸 Acupuncture is already integrated into mainstream healthcare in several countries:
✅ Statutory regulated in Australia, New Zealand, and Portugal
✅ Covered by healthcare insurance in Germany and New Zealand
✅ Recommended in clinical guidelines when seeking out a PSA registered practitioner (BAcC)

However the study highlights that many clinical trials underestimate the real benefits of acupuncture because they don’t reflect the personalised treatments given by traditional acupuncturists.

⚡ Traditional acupuncture:
✔️ Is a safe intervention when provided by trained professionals
✔️ Can be a long-term solution for pain management

🔍 Looking for a trusted acupuncturist? The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) ensures the highest standards of training, safety, and professional conduct. Find a qualified practitioner near you today!
📖 Learn more about the research & find a practitioner here: https://acupuncture.org.uk

23/03/2025

I am so excited to be part of this wonderful group! More news to come!!

03/03/2025

If you would like more information please contact me to arrange a free 20 minute consultation.

03/03/2025

Just received this lovely review from one of my patients who had devastatingly had several miscarriages before I saw her, but then with some regular acupuncture I supported her through two successful pregnancies 😍 Please contact me if you would like a free 20 minute conversation to discuss your fertility queries and how I can help you……