Pregnancy and Postpartum Support

Pregnancy can be an amazing time, but it can also come with huge challenges - we are here to offer support to women at all stages of pregnancy. Whether it’s looking at nutrition to target terrible nausea or constipation, or, simply helping you tailor your diet to best support your growing baby our personalised nutrition plans are there for you. 

Acupuncture is a safe and highly effective treatment modality during pregnancy, a time when normal medication is often not permitted. Acupuncture provides relief from common pregnancy-related symptoms and has varying benefits in each trimester.

The postpartum period is one of the most transformative times in a woman’s life. We’re here to help ease the physical and emotional recovery process. Our acupuncture and nutrition services focus on restoring your energy, breastfeeding support (including increasing milk supply and mastitis), rebalancing your hormones, and supporting emotional well-being as you adjust to life with your new baby.

How Acupuncture Supports Pregnancy

  • Early Pregnancy: Acupuncture is particularly effective in alleviating early pregnancy symptoms such as nausea (morning sickness) and exhaustion. Many of our clients find relief from persistent sickness and feel more energised after their sessions.

  • Throughout Pregnancy: As pregnancy progresses, acupuncture can support the body in managing common discomforts like constipation, heartburn, sciatica, and back pain. By promoting better circulation and balancing the body’s energy (qi), acupuncture helps address these issues without the need for medication.

  • Later Stages of Pregnancy: During the later stages of pregnancy, acupuncture can help with turning a breech baby and preparing the body for labour. After 41 weeks, acupuncture may also be used to naturally induce labour by stimulating the body’s mechanisms for a timely delivery.

Acupuncture for Labor Preparation

One of the most effective uses of acupuncture during pregnancy is cervical ripening—the softening and opening of the cervix in preparation for labor and delivery. Research has shown that acupuncture for cervical ripening provides impressive results:

  • Decreased need for pain medication during labor (including epidurals)

  • Reduced likelihood of needing medical induction

  • Shorter duration of active labor

For best results, we recommend starting weekly acupuncture sessions from week 35/36 of your pregnancy.

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Testimonials

  • “I went to see Cassie at the end of my pregnancy to help prepare for labor. Her experience with women’s health made me feel secure and peaceful about birth. Her clinic is also such a beautiful and peaceful space, which makes every treatment that much more comforting. I would recommend her 100%.”

    — Manon Vacher

  • "I highly recommend Cassie as an acupuncturist. She has extensive knowledge and I always leave her sessions feeling lighter and brighter. She treated me throughout my pregnancy and post natal - seeing her is always a much needed treat."

    — Fenella Brownlee

  • I went to see Cassie in my first trimester of pregnancy when I felt nauseous constantly. I’d never had acupuncture before and was really nervous but I’d been told it could really help. Cassie made me feel comfortable immediately, she was super professional, so lovely and she talked me through everything and made me feel very calm and totally at ease. I’m SO happy I went to see her because my nausea subsided the next day. I went back about a week later when it came back and the same thing happened, I had about 5 days of feeling great! I can’t recommend her enough.

    — Gemma Alster

  • “Really highly recommend Cassie for any and all of your acupuncture needs. I saw her mid way through my pregnancy when I was having some pains and trouble sleeping and it worked wonders, then again towards the end of my pregnancy to help prep for labour. She was so lovely and always so knowledgeable and helpful, it made all of our sessions so enjoyable!”

    —  Jessica Owen-Cover

  • “Would highly recommend! Cassie has hugely helped with my lower back pain in my third trimester of pregnancy. Since having acupuncture with Cassie my pain has massively reduced and sleep improved greatly :)”

    — Anneliese Meisel

  • "I have seen Cassie for both Acupuncture and Nutrition, and would recommend her for both. Cassie is a very attentive practitioner, diving deep and asking lots of detailed questions. Cassie really understands what you want to achieve helps you get there. I have seen Cassie for fertility and morning sickness in pregnancy and the results have been fantastic, couldn't recommend her more highly. Thanks Cassie!"

    — Emma Rowe

  • “I saw Cassie through the first trimester of my pregnancy to help treat morning sickness. Cassie saved me—I barely had any sickness throughout my whole first trimester. Having suffered with hormone imbalances in the past, I was so grateful for her knowledge and the calming environment she created for me. I felt completely at ease and relaxed during every treatment. I cannot recommend Cassie more highly!”

    — Olivia Bennett

  • “I visited Cassie for acupuncture for my back pain after my pregnancy and was thoroughly impressed. The environment was peaceful and relaxing. Cassie is professional and kind, making me feel at ease immediately. My back pain improved significantly after just a few sessions, and I can’t wait for more. Cassie’s excellent communication and advice were invaluable. I highly recommend if you looking for effective acupuncture treatment.”

    — Grazia

  • “I have been seeing Cassie for a month now and have already noticed the difference to my quality of sleep. Cassie is knowledgeable, dedicated and willing to go the extra mile for her clients needs. Couldn’t recommend her enough. Update: Went to Cassie to help with my birth of my 2nd child, I was nervous after my 1st birth. I can’t tell you how much better this time was. My contractions and labour were much quicker and I had no issues. My recovery has also been amazing. Great preventative option.”

    — Ria Minton

  • “I went to see Cassie at the end of my pregnancy to help with preparing for labour. She has great experience with women’s health and made me feel very secure and peaceful about birth. Her personal experience is also a plus! In addition, her clinic is lovely ans beautiful which is always a plus for acupuncturist to have such space to practice in! I would recommend 100%.”

    — Manon Vacher

  • “I saw Cassie through the first trimester of my pregnancy to help treat morning sickness. Cassie saved me - I barely had any sickness throughout my whole first trimester. Having suffered with hormone imbalances and other gynaecological issues in the past, I was so grateful for Cassie’s knowledge and the safe and calming environment she created for me. I felt so at ease and relaxed through my treatments. I could not recommend Cassie more highly!”

    — Olivia Bennett

  • “Cassie gave me acupuncture while I was pregnant and it was so helpful in dealing with morning sickness and general aches and pains experienced during pregnancy. She is approachable, gentle and professional and so lovely! Thank you Cassie.”

    — Carla Sorbello

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