Preparing for IVF Success with Acupuncture
If you’ve found your way here, likely you’ve already been through a lot on your fertility journey. Not only have we helped many couples with IVF success, but we have also walked in your shoes–test after, after test, after test; failed IUI’s; feeling like a human pincushion–all in the hopes to start a family. And, our one and only child is the product of the amazing technology of IVF. That being said, there are so many things we wished someone had told us. We know how to hold your hand through this journey. We’ve been there. We get it.
When to Begin Acupuncture Support
Studies show that there is a large increase of success when IVF is done with the support of acupuncture. That being said, when should you start to prepare?
The simple answer is anytime. The more you do to ensure that your body will respond to the IVF treatments, the better. Any symptom, including fertility issues, has a ROOT cause. The sooner we begin to address that root cause, the more likely you are to have a successful IVF cycle. Also, the more likely you are to carry that wonderful being to full term.
However, even if your embryo transfer is this week or it was last week, it is not too late to make positive shifts in your body. We see dramatic effects with people after their very first treatment. There are improvements that we can help with that will increase chances of implantation, and then moving forward, increase your body’s ability to carry your baby.
So, even if you are planning your IVF cycle next month, next week, tomorrow, or have already begun, our IVF success program will be of immeasurable benefit. Whatever you can do to bring greater balance and harmony to your body will go a long way to making your cycle as successful as possible. The best thing you can do is request your free initial consultation with us right away and let us help you get into a more conscious, proactive mode as soon as possible.
How We Help You Prepare for IVF Success
We use an amazing combination of modalities to help you the best way we can:
- Acupuncture has been demonstrated in studies to increase relaxation and relieve stress, which improves blood flow to the reproductive organs as a result.
- Chinese herbal therapy is used during the months and weeks BEFORE you start your fertility medications to balance hormone output and tissue response, as well as replenish and restore the body’s internal resources.
- Customized supplementation and nutritional advice ensures that you are getting the abundant nutrients necessary for a robust, vibrant response to the fertility medications. By making targeted, practical adjustments to your diet we can reap significant benefits for you.
- Specialized mind-body techniques. We teach you how to effectively manage stress, to keep the body in the most receptive state possible. Conception is a reflection of the body’s ability to be receptive to change, growth, and new life. By setting up a mental-emotional frequency that supports this receptivity, your body is better prepared to welcome the change with loving “arms”.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 603-352-3625 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)
Our powerful blend of 100% natural therapies has helped women and couples undergoing IVF/IUI have babies with these and other issues:
PCOS
Endometriosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
Low AMH
High FSH
Low Fertilization Rates
Recurrent Miscarriage
Poor Egg Quality
Unexplained Infertility
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 603-352-3625 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)
Here's How We Help Thousands Every Year With PROVEN, Personalized Holistic Medical Care
(And YOU get to choose which therapies you would like to incorporate.)
Gentle Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the most powerful ways to naturally stimulate your body's innate healing process. Once stimulated, the healing process begins repairing and restoring all cells and tissues. It is an excellent way to tune in the neuroendocrine system’s function of balancing hormone levels and pain.
Herbal Medicine
Chinese herbal therapy simultaneously cures AND strengthens the body. This dual action is something unique to herbal medicine that makes it very well suited to treat hormonal conditions including thyroid, menstrual disorders, mood problems, sleep issues, and fertility.
Nutritional Therapy
“You are what you eat” is the saying. When your cells, glands, and tissues are fully nourished with the specific nutrients they need, these tissues naturally function at a very high level. This means you feel your best because the body’s key systems are optimized.
Relaxation and Stress Reduction
General life today causes a stress reaction that will cause your endocrine system to go out of balance and cause illness. When your nervous system is calm, the hormonal system, immune system, digestive, and circulatory systems all calm down, too. This means a more focused mind, more resilient immune system, less inflammation, better circulation, and optimal nutrient absorption.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 603-352-3625 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)
The Process Is Simple
Free Initial Consultation
At your free initial consultation you’ll meet with your practitioner to discuss your health concerns and most importantly YOUR GOALS. We want to be certain that our program is going to meet your needs and that there is a HIGH probability of success for you – BEFORE we move forward to the next step.
Detailed Assessment & Treatment Plan
Once your free consultation is complete, and we agree to move forward, your next step is the Intake appointment. At this appointment, your clinician will do a detailed assessment of your symptom pattern, medical history, and other factors to determine the root cause of your issue and devise a specific plan of attack.
Your first acupuncture session will be performed at this time, and a you will be given a treatment plan with exact, easy-to-follow instructions. Your treatment plan will include dietary and lifestyle adjustments, key supplements and herbal medicines, and mind-body exercises to address the root of YOUR fertility issue.
Active Treatment & Symptom Resolution
You’ll return for once-weekly visits to ensure close support as you begin to feel the positive shifts of the therapy. We want to make sure your treatment plan is producinging the expected results:
- Increased energy
- Better sleep
- Improved mental focus
- Healthier skin and hair
- Healthy metabolism and (if needed) weight loss
You will continue to receive acupuncture at each visit to ensure that your neuroendocrine system (the delicate connection between your nervous and hormonal systems) is rebalancing in a way that results in optimal reproductive function.
Transitional Care As Things Stabilize
Once we see stable improvements, we will begin to reduce the frequency of visits. This usually occurs after about 8-12 visits. Initially you’ll come every other week until pregnant, then once a month through delivery and after for a couple of visits to ensure a healthy recovery, then you will no longer need regular treatments.
We’ll be here in case you ever want to come in for a tune-up or to address other health concerns.
Of course, MANY of our patients do wish to continue with “ongoing maintenance” and we are happy to work that out with you, should that be your wish.
Taking Care Of Your Friends and Loved Ones
We pride ourselves on the fact that the majority of our new patients are referred to us by other patients or people in the community who have witnessed their friends and loved ones receive life-changing benefits from our work.
So, we very much look forward to helping YOUR friends, family, and loved ones on THEIR journey to a more joyful, energetic, purposeful life.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 603-352-3625 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)
Common Questions
How does acupuncture help with IVF/IUI success?
Acupuncture enhances circulation to your ovaries and uterus, improves your neuroendocrine axis (the communication between your nervous and endocrine systems), and dramatically reduces stress – all of which helps your response to IVF treatments.
Do you recommend supplements?
Yes, we are very experienced at guiding our patients on the supplements that are most important for them to take – based on their unique needs.
Do you give dietary recommendations?
Absolutely. You will receive specific dietary recommendations based on your unique needs. We find the 2 or 3 “key leverage points” in your diet and work on those. No impossible to follow meal plans or detox diets.
Do I need to start way before my IVF/IUI cycle?
No. We’ve had patients with one or more failed cycles come to us less than a month (even just days) before starting their next round. And, they got pregnant on that next cycle. Just come in and start as soon as possible. It’s never too late!
What are your success rates?
Over 70% of the patients we see for IVF get pregnant on the cycle they worked with us.
What are MY chances of sucess?
Bottom line is that your situation is unique and once we meet with you we will be able to give you our best estimate of time and prognosis of outcome.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 603-352-3625 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)
About Us
Michael Hurley, L.Ac., FABORM
Michael is a compassionate, intuitive healer and has been fervent about natural health and well-being for as long as he can remember. His passion for helping those facing hormonal and reproductive health barriers comes from his and his wife's family-building challenges.
Michael deeply respects and understands Chinese Medicine and especially appreciates how it eloquently addresses the root cause of complex conditions. He also values how an integrative approach gives patients the best possible care. Michael uses a unique combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medications, targeted nutrition, diet/lifestyle, and mind-body medicine to awaken the body's healing capacity.
Michael holds a graduate degree, Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine, from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM), one of the top-rated acupuncture schools in the country. He is nationally certified with the NCCAOM and licensed by the State of New Hampshire to perform acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Michael has also dedicated himself to rigorous and extensive advanced reproductive endocrinology and reproductive medicine studies. He is a board-certified reproductive acupuncturist with The Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (ABORM). He is also certified in 5-Element Functional Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine.
Tricia "Satya" Hurley, M.Ed., CCHt., Reiki Master Teacher
Satya is an inspirational and nurturing healer who finds the gifts inherent in every experience. The challenges she has faced on her life path have engendered her deep compassion for all souls and taught her the importance of spiritual healing to find true peace and real joy.
Satya’s nurturing hands and loving heart foster transformational healing. She holds a warm and compassionate space for each person’s empowerment on their path of transformation.
Satya’s immersion into holistic healing and living began in 2008 when she stepped away from the corporate world, searching for balance and peace. She immersed herself in yogic studies, Reiki, and energy healing. She became a yoga instructor and Reiki Master teacher.
But her journey only began here. She has also studied Journeywork, NLP, aromatherapy, and many other holistic energy healing modalities. In 2014, she earned her Masters of Education from Antioch University New England.
Satya is also a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Leela Therapist. She continues to study of clinical hypnotherapy and Leela Therapy in depth at The Leela School for Awakening.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 603-352-3625 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)
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Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
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Consultations are available for both Keene, NH and Nashua, NH locations.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR COVID: Initial consults are conducted in person or via Zoom (your choice). Just let us know your preference when booking.
Read more: About Us | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer)