Morning sickness affects up to 80% of pregnant women, sometimes severely impacting nutrition and quality of life. While medication options are limited during pregnancy, acupuncture offers safe, effective relief for both mother and developing baby.
TCM’s Pregnancy Perspective
Traditional Chinese Medicine understands morning sickness as stomach Qi rebellion caused by:
- Rapidly changing hormone levels disrupting normal Qi flow
- Liver Qi stagnation from emotional and physical changes
- Spleen weakness struggling to adapt to pregnancy demands
This creates upward-moving Qi that manifests as nausea and vomiting.
Acupuncture’s Gentle Approach
Pregnancy acupuncture uses minimal, carefully selected points to avoid any stimulation that might affect pregnancy. Treatment focuses on:
- Calming stomach Qi to reduce nausea naturally
- Supporting spleen function for better nutrient absorption
- Harmonizing emotions to reduce stress-induced symptoms
The famous anti-nausea point Neiguan (Pericardium 6) provides remarkable relief for most women.
Safe Treatment for Two
Pregnancy acupuncture requires specialized training and gentle techniques. Your experience includes:
- Immediate nausea relief often within first treatment
- Improved appetite and energy over 1-2 weeks
- Better overall pregnancy comfort
