Dr. Klara Brown, DACM, L.Ac - Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

01/21/2026

Fertility care should inform — not frighten.⁣
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Labs are data, not destiny.⁣
AMH is one piece of information, not a fertility score.⁣
Treatment options are tools, not failures.⁣
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Every person deserves care that respects their body, their nervous system, their timeline — and their choices.⁣
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Integrative medicine isn’t about rejecting science. It’s about using it wisely - alongside mental health support, nutrition, acupuncture, and compassionate, individualized care.⁣
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My hope for 2026 and beyond:⁣
more autonomy, more collaboration, and far less shame.⁣
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01/09/2026

The Core Four — Why These Symptoms Show Up in Perimenopause

Perimenopause isn’t a sudden hormonal failure.It’s a gradual shift in how the body regulates heat, sleep, mood, and moisture. These signs are meaningful. Whe...

12/30/2025

We’ve been told perimenopause is just about declining estrogen.⁣ But that story is incomplete. Hormones don’t act in isolation. They’re messengers responding to the state of your entire system.⁣
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When stress is high, sleep is light, digestion is sluggish, or your nervous system is constantly on alert, hormonal signals can’t land smoothly.⁣
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That’s why perimenopause and menopause affect so much more than cycles alone — sleep, mood, energy, digestion, temperature regulation, libido.⁣
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From a holistic and Chinese medicine lens, this isn’t failure. It’s a profound reorganization — your body turning inward to preserve and rebuild its deeper reserves.⁣
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✨ Supporting this transition means tending to the whole terrain:⁣
• steady blood sugar⁣
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• nervous system regulation⁣
• nourishment that cools, moistens, and restores resilience⁣
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Perimenopause isn’t a single-hormone story.⁣
It’s a full-body evolution — and when you support every layer, balance doesn’t have to be forced. It unfolds.⁣
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💬 Save this and share it with someone who needs a more hopeful perimenopause narrative.⁣
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12/16/2025

Hot flashes aren’t failure - they’re feedback.⁣
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Perimenopause reshapes how heat and energy move through you.⁣
When stress, poor sleep, or depletion drain your reserves, heat rises - loud and unmistakable.⁣
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Cooling from within isn’t about shutting symptoms down.⁣
It’s about restoring balance.⁣
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✨ Nourish. Rest. Rebuild. Rebalance.⁣
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If this phase feels overwhelming, reach out - You deserve support through this transition.⁣
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11/18/2025

For decades, perimenopause has been treated like a diagnosis - something to fight, fix, or fear.⁣
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But your body isn’t failing. It’s transforming.⁣
In Chinese Medicine, we call this transition The Second Spring - a powerful season of renewal, where your energy begins to move inward, bringing wisdom, creativity, and clarity to the surface.⁣
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When you stop fighting your body and start listening to it, you realize: this isn’t an ending. It’s an evolution. 🌿⁣
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✨ If this message resonates, follow along for more insights on how to navigate perimenopause and menopause through nourishment, rest, and balance - not restriction or fear.⁣
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10/22/2025

Your fertility is not a number - it’s a story.⁣
A reflection of your body’s resilience, wisdom, and capacity to heal when given care.⁣
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You are not broken. You are not running out of time.⁣
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And you are not defined by what a lab report says about you.⁣
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Low AMH? High FSH? Those are data points - not your destiny.⁣
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Your fertility is dynamic, responsive, and deeply connected to how you nourish, rest, and restore balance within yourself.⁣
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When you stop fighting your body and start supporting it, everything begins to change.
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No single test can measure your worth - or your potential to conceive.⁣
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You are so much more than your numbers.⁣ 🩷
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04/25/2024

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Starting fertility treatments like IVF, IUI, or egg freezing can feel like a solitary and overwhelming experience, but working together, you won’t be alone. I’m here to offer support and understanding, guiding you through both the physical and emotional challenges of your fertility journey. Through personalized treatments, we can optimize your chances of success while promoting holistic wellness.⁣
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Research shows that acupuncture complements Assisted Reproductive Technologies like IVF, IUI, and Egg Freezing, increasing the likelihood of successful outcomes. Whether it’s improving ovarian function, enhancing implantation rates, or optimizing egg quality, acupuncture offers holistic support. Collaborating with Western fertility specialists, and renowned clinics ensures a comprehensive approach to your fertility journey. Let’s work together towards realizing your dream of parenthood.⁣
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𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘗𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 ⁣
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03/14/2024

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Endometriosis & its Impact: A Call for Awareness ❣️⁣
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is a silent struggle, often taking a decade before diagnosis, one that inflicts painful periods and fertility challenges. Let’s delve into the concept of obstruction, aligning with Chinese Medicine’s perspective on pain development. ⁣
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Imagine a body with healthy circulation—everything flows seamlessly. When this mechanism falters, stagnation sets in. Akin to stuck energy and blood flow, stagnation impacts women in the reproductive tract, leading to pain and swelling. ⁣
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Acupuncture excels at enhancing blood flow! Improved circulation can help break down existing accumulations, and prevent further build up - this reducing pain and inflammation significantly. ⁣
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Addressing endometriosis effectively demands a holistic approach! Together, we create a personalized plan encompassing stress management, anti-inflammatory diet, exercise, supplements, Chinese herbal support, and regular acupuncture. Join me in spreading awareness and support this Endometriosis Awareness Month. 💪 ⁣
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𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘗𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 ⁣
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03/08/2024

“𝘐 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 - 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘦𝘥, 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 - 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘯 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘵.” ⁣
~ 𝘐𝘴𝘢𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘈𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦 ⁣
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Celebrating the resilient spirit of women worldwide on . From the remarkable strides in history to the ongoing journey for equality, let’s honor the strength, courage, and achievements that shape our collective future. 💪✨ ⁣
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𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘴 ⁣
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02/14/2024

Ever find yourself overwhelmed with depression, or wrestling with chronic stress and anxiety? I’ve been there, and I GET it. ⁣
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A holistic approach, rooted in the wisdom of Chinese medicine, offers a natural and effective solution to help you regain calm, tranquility, and grounding during challenging times. ⁣
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Acupuncture’s effectiveness in calming the mind and regulating the emotional body can be attributed to its impact on several biochemical processes. Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkillers and mood enhancers. Additionally, it modulates the autonomic nervous system, helping to restore the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. This balance is crucial in managing stress and anxiety.⁣
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Take a step toward a more balanced life. Schedule a consultation today and let’s navigate this journey together. ⁣
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𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘗𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵

11/02/2023

❣️ The journey to pregnancy can take a great toll on emotions and often women feel lost and in need of advice and education to understand what the next steps are. ⁣
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❣️Multiple causes of infertility exist but it is frequently not until trying to conceive becomes a struggle that certain health conditions come to light, such as hormone imbalance, fibroids, PCOS, and endometriosis. ⁣
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❣️There are many ways that these various conditions can effectively be treated and managed with acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and each unique case is assessed to create a strong plan of action to address these concerns. ⁣
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❣️Having the right support can be key in enduring this often challenging road. Stress relief, emotional balancing and addressing anxiety and depression, as well as sleep issues, is an important component of the treatment you receive with acupuncture and Chinese medicine. ⁣
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❣️A schedule of regular acupuncture care, dietary changes, targeted supplements, and in most cases custom Chinese herbal formulas can be prescribed. While the goal is always to try our very best to help achieve pregnancy naturally, there are times that more testing and further support is needed. ⁣
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Drawing on an integrative approach, I work to connect my patients with skilled reproductive doctors when needed, in order to create a dynamic and thorough system of care. ⁣
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06/29/2023

In case you missed the 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦, in just a couple of weeks I’ll be unleashing my revolutionary topical 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗲!⁣
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If you, your sister, your daughter, your friend, your coworker, or your boss, suffers from any mild, moderate to severe menstrual cramps or chronic pelvic pain associated with conditions such as 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘴, 𝘗𝘊𝘖𝘚, 𝘧𝘪𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘪𝘥𝘴, 𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘺𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘴, and 𝘤𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘴, my 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗲 may quite literally change your/their life!  I have meticulously crafted this first of it’s kind topical treatment to provide targeted and potent relief where it's needed most!⁣
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Thank you to so many of you for your incredible support and enthusiasm. Stay tuned for further updates, as we count down the days to the official launch of 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗡!⁣
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