At Acumamas we provide acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Doula services to facilitate natural healthy pregnancies and satisfying birth experiences. We draw on our solid foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine and combine it with modern research to bring our clients the best complementary care possible during their journeys into motherhood.

We are in awe of the incredible transformation that women undergo during this special time and feel honored to share in their story.

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Early Pregnancy

Early pregnancy is an exciting time and one of great transformation. However it can also be one filled with challenges. A new expecting mother may face:

  • morning sickness,
  • threatened,
  • miscarriage,
  • exhaustion,
  • anxiety
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine supports women through these times by easing their symptoms, nourishing and strengthening them as they transition through this period.
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Health and wellness throughout pregnancy

As your baby grows and develops your body will also experience great change. New aches and pains may develop. Common symptoms

  • hip pain,
  • sciatica,
  • heartburn,
  • constipation,
  • urinary tract infections,
  • itching,
  • depression,
  • insomnia,
  • sinusitis,
  • pregnancy induced hypertension
  • edema.
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can providerelief to these symptoms offering you a more enjoyable pregnancy experience.
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Labour preparation

As labour approaches we offer techniques such as:

  • moxibustion for malpresentation and breech baby
  • cervical ripening
  • labour inductions if you are overdue
Our goal is to promote optimal health and prepare your body to enable a positive birth experience.

We also offer acupuncture in labour for:

  • labour augmentation,
  • pain management
  • optimal fetal positioning
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