Anne Gledhill Acupuncturist & Independent Midwife York

31/03/2026

There are multiple studies demonstrating the benefits of continuity of midwifery care on clinical outcomes and yet the NHS hasn’t committed the resources to delivering it, or given midwives sufficient autonomy to create ways of working that work for them. Instead, we hear accounts of poor outcomes, increasing trauma and escalating litigation costs.

28/03/2026

Dora was the person who saw my midwifery potential before I even sat my nursing final exams and not only offered me a place on a midwifery course, but chased me when I didn’t respond to the offer! She made such a huge contribution to midwifery education.

We have Dora Opoku awards for Black and Brown and but WHO was Dora Opoku?

Dora was a midwife and educationist, born in Ghana in 1948 and who sadly died in 2010 at the age of 62. She played a significant role in the development of midwifery education in London. Her passion for education for both students and midwives, and her achievements as a midwifery leader fitted well with the aim of encouraging Black and Brown students and midwives to apply for funding from Iolanthe for self development, training, research or for improving local services.

The 2025 Dora Opoku Award for Black and Brown midwives went to:
Arezou Rezvani, a consultant midwife with the University College London Hospitals, supported by colleague Heather Reeves, to fund service user and translator "thanks" vouchers, as part of their cross-London work to improve communication and health awareness for pregnant women with language barriers.

And the winner of the 2025 Dora Opoku Award for Black and Brown student midwives was:
Kurt Lee, a student at the University of the West of Scotland, who will use his funds to collaborate with charity Amma Birth Companions to create a workshop for his student cohort, entitled "Working with Asylum-seeking and Refugee Families in Maternity Care", to support students to challenge systemic racism and advance equity in midwifery care.

25/03/2026

Thursdays in clinic are often about helping women feel more like themselves again.

Whether that’s:• trying to stay steady during pregnancy• preparing for birth• or navigating the unpredictability of perimenopause

These transitions can feel a lot — physically and emotionally.

I’m Anne, an acupuncturist, midwife and nurse with 30+ years of experience. I bring all of that into how I support you — so you feel heard, safe, and properly cared for.

I have a few Thursday appointments available in York.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed in your body right now, you don’t have to just push through it — there is support available.

Message me if you’d like to talk it through.

23/03/2026

Tuesdays in clinic are often when I see women right at the start of their IVF journey.

If that’s you — planning treatment in the next couple of months — this is the window where acupuncture can make a real difference.

I’m Anne, acupuncturist, midwife and nurse with over 30 years of experience supporting women through fertility treatment and pregnancy.

My work isn’t just about needles — it’s about helping your body feel more regulated, supported, and ready for what’s ahead, alongside your medical care.

I have a small number of Tuesday appointments available in York.

If you’re starting IVF soon and want experienced, calm support alongside your treatment, message me to book or ask any questions.

22/03/2026

If you’re preparing for IVF, navigating pregnancy, or struggling with perimenopause symptoms, who you choose to support you matters.

I’m Anne — an acupuncturist, midwife and nurse with over 30 years of clinical experience supporting women through fertility, pregnancy and hormonal transitions.

This means you’re not just getting acupuncture.You’re working with someone who understands your body, your treatment, and the reality of what you’re going through.

I currently have a limited number of spaces available for:• IVF preparation (particularly if you’re starting in the next 2–3 months)• Pregnancy support and birth preparation• Perimenopause symptoms — anxiety, sleep, mood, hot flushes

My approach is calm, personalised, and grounded in decades of hands-on clinical care.

📍 York clinic — Tuesdays & Thursdays📩 Message me to book or ask any questions

You don’t have to figure this out on your own.

08/12/2025

🌿 Have you heard of Battlefield Acupuncture for Fast, Gentle Pain Relief?

If you’re dealing with acute pain that stops you in your tracks and makes everyday tasks feel impossible I offer Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA) as part of my pain-management support.

It was originally developed for military medicine, ans is a technique using tiny semi-permanent needles placed on specific points of the ear. Many people feel changes within minutes and typically report a reduction in their pain score.

It can be especially helpful for:
✨ Sudden back or neck pain
✨ Muscle spasm/ joint pain
✨ Migraine or severe headache
✨ Injuries and flare-ups
✨ Post-operative discomfort
✨ Period pain/ endometriosis pain
✨ When pain is too severe for standard acupuncture initially

Why I offer it:
Because so many of the people I support are living with high levels of stress, exhaustion, hormonal shifts, or neurodivergent sensory loads and when pain hits, they need something fast, gentle, and safe.
BFA fits beautifully with my approach: calm, compassionate, and focused on getting you functioning again as quickly as possible.

What to expect:
🌿 A short assessment
🌿 Placement of tiny ear needles that stay in for up to a few days
🌿 A noticeable reduction in pain for many people
🌿 Optional follow-up with full acupuncture or coaching, depending on what your body needs

Evidence:
Research is mixed, but several studies show that BFA can offer meaningful short-term pain relief for some people, particularly with acute pain. It’s considered safe, low-risk, and a valuable tool when you need rapid support.

If you’re struggling with pain or you want to know whether BFA could help you send me a message. Details in comments.

27/11/2025

Please share widely.

This isn't my study but one I'm really interested in and by a great team. They are specifically looking for more responses from women who took / take ADHD medication whilst breastfeeding.

They would love to hear from women in the UK with a baby under two who you breastfed/ are currently breastfeeding whilst taking ADHD medication.

More details here:

https://qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_24T7NcTXdJeYjgW

14/11/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐌𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐦 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞

I set up a calm space for every acupuncture session because the environment matters almost as much as the treatment itself.

Here’s a peek at the corner where miracles of relaxation happen.

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13/11/2025

𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞

As someone who’s walked with thousands of women through hormonal changes, I believe every struggle deserves kindness.

If you’re feeling lost, I’m here to help hold that space for you.

You’re welcome to DM me or visit www.annegledhill.com to connect.

12/11/2025

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 🌸

✨ Promotes deep relaxation and reduces stress
✨ Supports hormonal shifts after conception
✨ Eases nausea and fatigue
✨ Encourages healthy blood flow to the uterus

Your body already knows how to nurture new life, acupuncture simply helps it feel steady and strong doing so.


💌 Save this post to look back on in those anxious moments.
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11/11/2025

𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒄𝒖𝒑𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑 𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚?

🌿 Balances hormones naturally
💗 Improves blood flow to the uterus and ovaries
😌 Reduces stress hormones that can disrupt ovulation
🩸 Supports regular, healthy menstrual cycles

Whether you’re trying naturally or with IVF, acupuncture works to restore balance and connection with your body.


📌 Save this post if you’re preparing your body for conception.
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07/11/2025

𝐈𝐕𝐅 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐥

𝐈𝐕𝐅 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞.

But it can also be exhausting, physically, emotionally, spiritually.

You give everything, and sometimes, it still doesn’t feel enough.

As a fertility acupuncturist, nurse, and midwife, I bring three decades of medical experience together with Chinese Medicine insight, I help you restore your energy, reduce stress, and prepare your body for treatment, so you increase your chances of success and feel more like yourself through it all.

You’re not just a patient. You’re a person.

𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡.

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