Ann-Marie Shepherd Acupuncture

Ann-Marie Shepherd Acupuncture Providing Specialist Fertility, Pregnancy and Women's Health Acupuncture in Derby

When you’re dealing with hormonal symptoms or fertility challenges, it’s easy to start feeling frustrated with your body...
27/04/2026

When you’re dealing with hormonal symptoms or fertility challenges, it’s easy to start feeling frustrated with your body.
I hear it often in clinic:
“Why is my body doing this?”
“Why can’t my body just work properly?”
But our bodies are not the enemy.
They are constantly responding to what’s happening within us and around us — stress, sleep, nourishment, emotional wellbeing and more.
Your body is always trying to find balance.
Sometimes it simply needs the right support to help it get there.
This is why a holistic approach to fertility and hormonal health can be so powerful — supporting the nervous system, regulating cycles and helping the body return to balance.
If you’re on this journey, try offering your body a little kindness this week.
You and your body are on the same team. 💛
Save this as a reminder for the tougher days.

Ann-Marie Shepherd
Fertility Support and Women’s Health Acupuncture, Derby

I'm really proud to be a regional finalist for the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026! I'm a finalist in the Best Wellness Spe...
22/04/2026

I'm really proud to be a regional finalist for the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026! I'm a finalist in the Best Wellness Specialist in the Notts and Derbyshire area. I love what I do, and if you'd like to support...please vote for my business:

AMS Acupuncture
Derby

https://nottsderbyshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/awards/vote/

Thank you so much.

18/04/2026

Enter: two ducks. On a wall.�And just like that, we are no longer “on a gentle stroll” — we are on a mission.
Full body tension.�Laser focus.�Questionable decision-making pending 🐾
It did make me laugh… but also felt very relatable.
Because whether it’s ducks, a busy mind, hormone shifts, or that one thing you just can’t stop thinking about—our nervous systems are so quick to go into high alert… and not always great at switching back off again.
That’s exactly what I help with ✨�Guiding your body out of “urgent duck situation” mode… and back into calm, balanced, human life.
(Ducks may still appear. We just cope better 😄)

Ann-Marie Shepherd
Fertility Support and Women’s Health Acupuncture, Derby

Fertility care is rarely straightforward.Hormones, circulation, metabolism, stress responses and sleep all interact with...
11/04/2026

Fertility care is rarely straightforward.
Hormones, circulation, metabolism, stress responses and sleep all interact with the reproductive system. Because of this, a supportive approach often benefits from looking at the bigger physiological picture.
My work combines a science-informed understanding of the body with the traditional principles of acupuncture.
The aim isn’t to replace medical care — it’s to work alongside it, supporting patients while they are trying to conceive naturally or going through fertility treatment.
Many people also value having a calm space to pause, ask questions and feel supported during what can be a demanding journey.
Fertility care works best when it’s collaborative and integrative, with patients actively involved in supporting their health.
✨ If you're curious whether acupuncture may support your fertility journey, I offer a complimentary 15-minute discovery call.

One of the most common things women trying to conceive hear is:"Just relax and it will happen."While stress can influenc...
29/03/2026

One of the most common things women trying to conceive hear is:
"Just relax and it will happen."
While stress can influence the body, it is rarely the sole reason someone is struggling to conceive — and hearing this can often make women feel like they are somehow to blame.
Fertility is complex and influenced by many factors.
Supporting the nervous system can absolutely help the body rebalance, but it’s not about simply “relaxing more” or doing things perfectly.
If you're on this journey, please remember:
✨ this is not your fault
✨ your experience is valid
✨ and you deserve support

Ann-Marie Shepherd
Fertility Support and Women’s Health Acupuncture, Derby

25/03/2026

We ended up talking about facial cupping — not as a beauty trend, but as real self-care.

Because it’s not about perfection. It’s about slowing down, boosting circulation, releasing tension, and actually feeling the benefit.

A simple reminder: self-care doesn’t need to be complicated… just consistent 🤍

Monday Mindset 💛If you’re navigating fertility challenges or hormonal symptoms, it’s easy to start blaming your body.I h...
22/03/2026

Monday Mindset 💛
If you’re navigating fertility challenges or hormonal symptoms, it’s easy to start blaming your body.
I hear it all the time:
“My body just doesn’t work properly.”
But the truth is — your body is always communicating.
Often it simply needs support, nourishment and balance.
Through acupuncture and a holistic approach, we can support the body to regulate cycles, calm the nervous system and create the best possible environment for fertility and hormonal health.
✨ Be kind to your body this week.
SAVE this post for the days when self-doubt creeps in.
And if this resonates with you, feel free to share it with someone who might need the reminder too.

Ann-Marie Shepherd
Fertility Support and Women’s Health Acupuncture, Derby

Egg quality isn’t fixed — it’s something you can support over time.Many people are surprised to learn that eggs go throu...
22/03/2026

Egg quality isn’t fixed — it’s something you can support over time.
Many people are surprised to learn that eggs go through their final stages of development over roughly 90 days before ovulation.
That means the eggs released in three months are being shaped by the environment in your body right now.
Nutrition, sleep, stress levels, blood sugar balance and exposure to toxins can all influence the conditions those developing eggs experience.
The good news? You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight.
Small, consistent habits — nourishing foods, gentle movement, good sleep, and reducing inflammation — can all help support the internal environment where those eggs mature.
Think of it less like a sprint and more like cultivating healthy soil.
Every supportive step counts.
✨ If you’re trying to conceive and would like personalised support, I offer a complimentary 15-minute discovery call to explore how acupuncture and lifestyle support may help.

I'm really proud to be part of the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026! I've been nominated for Best Wellness Specialist in the...
18/03/2026

I'm really proud to be part of the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026! I've been nominated for Best Wellness Specialist in the Notts and Derbyshire area. I love what I do, and if you'd like to support...please nominate my business:

AMS Acupuncture
Derby

https://nottsderbyshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/awards/nominate/

Thank you so much.

Trying to conceive can sometimes make it feel like life is moving forward for everyone else except you.Pregnancy announc...
16/03/2026

Trying to conceive can sometimes make it feel like life is moving forward for everyone else except you.
Pregnancy announcements.
Baby showers.
Friends growing their families.
And suddenly you start wondering…
"Am I behind?"
But fertility journeys don’t follow a universal timeline.
Many women I support are navigating things that others simply can’t see — hormonal imbalances, irregular cycles, emotional stress, years of unanswered questions.
That takes strength.
That takes resilience.
And it deserves compassion, not comparison.
If you’re on this path, please remember:
✨ You are not late.
✨ Your body is not failing you.
✨ Your journey is unfolding in its own time.

Save this post for the days when comparison creeps in 💛

And if you're looking for gentle, holistic support for your fertility or hormonal health, I offer a complimentary 15-minute discovery call.

Ann-Marie Shepherd
Fertility Support and Women’s Health Acupuncture, Derby

So many women I see in clinic arrive feeling frustrated, confused, and sometimes even doubting themselves.They’ve been t...
11/03/2026

So many women I see in clinic arrive feeling frustrated, confused, and sometimes even doubting themselves.
They’ve been told everything looks “normal”.
But their body is still sending signals.
Irregular cycles.
Painful periods.
PMS that feels overwhelming.
Months of trying to conceive with no clear answers.
Your body is always communicating.
Sometimes what’s needed isn’t another quick appointment or another thing to “push through”… but time, space, and someone who will really listen.
In my clinic, we take the time to look at the whole picture — your cycle, your hormones, your health, and how you’re feeling in yourself.
Because when we start to truly understand the body, we can begin to support it back into balance.

🌿 If this resonates with you, I offer a complimentary 15-minute discovery call to talk through what’s been going on for you.

Ann-Marie Shepherd
Fertility Support and Women’s Health Acupuncture, Derby

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