How Acupuncture Supports IUI and IVF Cycles

→ Support implantation and early pregnancy by reducing uterine contractions and improving hormonal balance

Chinese medicine views fertility as a reflection of whole-body health. When the body is in balance, reproductive processes tend to function more smoothly. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can be used in coordination with IUI and IVF protocols to:

→ Enhance egg and sperm quality, especially when preparing for upcoming retrievals or embryo transfers

→ Improve blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, creating a more receptive environment for implantation

→ Reduce side effects of fertility medications and support emotional wellbeing during stimulation cycles

→ Regulate the menstrual cycle before treatment to ensure optimal timing and response

If previous cycles have yielded a low number of eggs or poor quality embryos, acupuncture and can help. Treatment between cycles allows time to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and support ovarian function so that your next retrieval has a stronger foundation. Herbal medicine and individualized nutritional guidance are often included to support egg development during the three-month maturation window.

For Patients with Less Than Optimal Egg Retrieval Outcomes

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine also play an important role in male fertility. By improving circulation to the reproductive organs, regulating hormone levels, and supporting stress reduction, treatment can improve sperm count, motility, and morphology. These are all key factors in IUI and IVF success.

Support for Partners Contributing Sperm

Studies have shown that acupuncture can increase clinical pregnancy rates by 65 percent when used alongside IVF. It also helps reduce miscarriage rates, improve endometrial thickness, and lower stress levels during the fertility process. These outcomes are most effective when treatment begins at least one to three months before an IVF cycle and continues through embryo transfer and early pregnancy.

What the Research Says

At Mother Moon, we work in collaboration with your reproductive endocrinologist’s plan. Our treatments are carefully timed to support each phase of your medical cycle. In the months leading up to treatment, we often use Chinese herbal formulas to improve sperm and egg quality and support a healthy uterine lining. Once IVF medications begin, we discontinue herbal formulas to stay fully aligned with your medical protocol. At that point, our focus shifts to preparing the uterus for implantation, supporting receptivity, and helping you stay calm, grounded, and nourished throughout the process.

Gentle, Natural Support That Works With Your Medical Team

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