Tribalance Fertility
We recognize that each person has a unique fertility journey, and we are passionate to help educate, support & guide you along the way! Tribalance Wellness acupuncturists have well-over a decade of experience helping patients achieve their fertility goals, whether that is through natural conception or assisted fertility procedures. We customize treatment plans for every patient based on individual needs & therefore each patient receives a plan that gives them the best chance of fertility success.
Research studies demonstrate that acupuncture improves overall fertility parameters and boosts pregnancy rates!
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, vitamin supplementation, nutrition education, cupping, Celluma pulsed red light therapy & moxibustion are all utilized during fertility treatments. Each modality is strategically combined at different points of the process to support fertility and/or assisted fertility procedures (IUI or IVF) by:
Regulating hormones to produce a larger number of viable follicles
Improving the function of the ovaries to produce better quality eggs
Increasing blood flow to the uterus and improving the thickness of the uterine lining
Relaxing the patient and decreasing stress/anxiety
Preventing unwanted uterine contractions
Lessening the side effects of conventional hormone drugs used during IUI/IVF
Regulating immunity & natural killer (NK) cell activity, improving overall circulation
Decreasing inflammation and promoting lymphatic drainage
Improving male semen (count, motility, and morphology) to create better quality and quantity of embryos
Supporting in the development of a robust endometrial lining
Aiding in embryo implantation
Reducing the chance of miscarriage
*Pricing for fertility treatment is the same as our regular acupuncture new patient and follow-up rates!
Preparation:
Your exact recommended treatment schedule will vary according to your individual case, but there are general guidelines for most fertility patient care:
NATURAL CONCEPTION: Most patients male/female are advised to come in for weekly or bi-weekly treatments when trying for natural conception. An appropriate treatment plan will be advised by your acupuncturist depending on underlying conditions and concerns.
INTRAUTERINE INSEMINATION (IUI): 8-12 weeks prior to IUI procedure, male/female patients are recommended to come in for weekly acupuncture treatments.
EGG RETRIVAL PREPARATION: 8-12 weeks prior to the egg retrieval, female patients should begin weekly acupuncture treatments and then approximately 2 weeks prior to the egg retrieval receive acupuncture treatments twice a week. Patients may come in days after the retrieval for recovery and symptom relief if needed.
IN VITRO FERTILIZATION (IVF): 8-12 weeks prior to IVF male/female patients are advised to begin weekly acupuncture treatments, alternatively 4 weeks prior to IVF begin twice a week acupuncture treatment. The day prior to your IVF procedure and even more importantly the day of the IVF procedure immediately following, acupuncture is highly recommended for the woman.
* The average IVF delivery rate per single initiated cycle using fresh nondonor oocytes is still only 33%. Studies have found that using acupuncture with IVF achieves a 42% + clinical pregnancy rate. When acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are used in conjunction with IVF, clinical studies suggest the pregnancy rate can be raised to at least 60%.
Pregnancy recommendations:
FIRST TRIMESTER: weekly acupuncture. Regular treatment during the first trimester will continue to facilitate uterine blood flow and aid in optimal hormone balance for placental and fetal development. In the first trimester acupuncture treatments will also focus on miscarriage prevention, when the risk is highest, and address early pregnancy symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fatigue, constipation, insomnia, anxiety and headaches.
SECOND TRIMESTER: monthly acupuncture or as needed. At this point the pregnancy is well established, and a lot of women begin to have less symptoms, regain energy and vitality. Monthly treatments are ideal to continue care, as long as you are symptom or concern free.
THIRD TRIMESTER: weekly or bi-weekly acupuncture. Treatment at this point is important to help move the baby into proper position, alleviate pelvic and lower back pain and prepare the body for labor. Acupuncture is also utilized to help swelling, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, breech, placenta previa, carpel tunnel and much more!
FOURTH TRIMESTER: “when you can” acupuncture. After having a baby acupuncture can help with uterine contraction, post-partum depression, poor digestion, night sweats, lactation and any other issues that arose from labor and delivery.
Wishing you the best on your fertility journey, we hope to see you soon!
I had an amazing experience with Cherlyn throughout both of my conception journeys. Despite having undetermined infertility, Cherlyn always remained calm and confident in the process. She described everything in a way I could easily understand and always had a plan. I left treatments feeling wonderful and always felt we accomplished a lot. I have recommended Tribalance Wellness to anyone struggling with fertility. Cherlyn helped me through both pregnancies with my IVF babies and both pregnancies were smooth and beautiful. She was with me every step of the way and I will never forget her. - Lauren F.
I went to see Cherlyn back in 2015 because my husband and I were having trouble conceiving naturally on our own. Right from the start Cherlyn was patient and kind. Per her recommendations I began changing my diet and started weekly acupuncture. Acupuncture was meditation for me. It was a place to shut off and focus on myself. Within 6-8 weeks I was pregnant! Fast forward four years later we struggled to conceive naturally again after a miscarriage. I sought out Cherlyn for acupuncture and was pregnant shortly thereafter. It was the best decision I made and wish I would’ve gone sooner. I will recommend Tribalance Wellness time and time again. Such an amazing experience! - Samantha B.
I started seeing Cherlyn a couple of months prior to starting our first IVF cycle and continued through my pregnancy. Anyone struggling with infertility knows what a hard, long road it is (I went through two egg retrievals and three transfers before having my twins), but Cherlyn helped make a very difficult time for me much easier. She is extremely caring and knowledgeable, and I feel acupuncture truly helped. I would absolutely recommend Tribalance Wellness to anyone going through infertility treatments (IVF, IUI etc). - Christina E.