In this episode of the Heal Your Hormones podcast, Dr. Danielle Desroche interviews Jennifer Myers, a licensed acupuncturist (@coreacupunctureatlanta), about the benefits of acupuncture for hormonal health and fertility. They discuss Jennifer's journey into acupuncture, how it works, common fertility issues treated, and the role of acupuncture in managing stress and anxiety. The conversation also covers the timing and frequency of treatments, the safety of acupuncture during pregnancy, and postpartum care. Misconceptions about acupuncture are addressed, emphasizing its long history and scientific backing.
Takeaways
- Acupuncture is a time-tested method for supporting hormonal health.
- Many practitioners come to acupuncture as a second career after personal health struggles.
- Acupuncture works by stimulating the body's natural systems to restore balance.
- Common fertility issues treated with acupuncture include irregular cycles and hormonal imbalances.
- Endometriosis and PCOS can see significant improvement through acupuncture treatments.
- Acupuncture can help manage stress and anxiety, which are common in fertility struggles.
- Regular acupuncture sessions can enhance the chances of conception and overall reproductive health.
- Acupuncture is safe during pregnancy and can alleviate common pregnancy symptoms.
- Postpartum acupuncture can support recovery and address issues like milk supply.
- Misconceptions about acupuncture being 'woo-woo' are unfounded; it has a solid scientific basis.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to Acupuncture and Fertility
- 02:54 Jennifer's Journey into Acupuncture
- 05:46 Understanding Acupuncture: How It Works
- 09:00 Common Fertility Issues Treated with Acupuncture
- 12:00 Addressing Endometriosis and PCOS with Acupuncture
- 14:48 The Role of Acupuncture in Hormonal Health
- 17:49 Acupuncture for Stress and Anxiety Management
- 20:47 Timing and Frequency of Acupuncture Treatments
- 24:01 Acupuncture for Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- 26:51 Acupuncture During Pregnancy
- 30:06 Postpartum Care and Acupuncture
- 32:54 Misconceptions About Acupuncture
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