Pregnancy Acupuncture in Watford
Mary is a BAcC-registered acupuncturist with 35+ years of experience and a background in midwifery.
Through acupuncture I offer effective treatments to support mother and baby from conception, throughout pregnancy, to birth.
Acupuncture can ease a woman through the many physical and emotional changes that occur during each trimester of her pregnancy and can help to ensure a comfortable and healthy pregnancy.
I combine gentle needling technique with moxibustion, which is a method of applying heat to particular parts of the body. It can be especially useful for certain conditions, including being used to turn a breech baby. The moxibustion gently encourages the baby to turn in the right direction.
I have extensive experience working as an acupuncturist in this field, and prior to this worked as a midwife (no longer practising).
I am a member of both the Zita West national network of affiliated acupuncturists, (the largest integrated reproductive health clinic in the UK) and on the Herts Acupuncture Childbirth Team (specialising in pregnancy, obstetric and fertility care).
If you're interested in treatments during your pregnancy, contact me with an email or phone call, so I can learn about where you are, and if it feels right we can schedule an appointment.
See Prices & Clinic Hours for appointment costs and availability.
Common Conditions Treated During Pregnancy
Traditional Chinese Medicine can help with conditions at every stage of pregnancy:
| 1st Trimester | 2nd Trimester | 3rd Trimester |
|---|---|---|
| Nausea & vomiting (morning sickness) | Back pain & pelvic girdle pain | Back pain & sciatica |
| Fatigue & exhaustion | Heartburn & indigestion | Malpresentation (breech/transverse) - moxibustion |
| Threatened miscarriage (support) | Anxiety & stress | Induction preparation & pre-birth treatment |
| Anxiety & low mood | Oedema (fluid retention) | Insomnia |
| Headaches | Carpal tunnel syndrome | Perineal preparation |
What Patients Say
Natural Pregnancy Success
I started seeing Mary to help me with the stress and strains of trying to conceive. She listened and offered the kind of help and advice that is sometimes difficult to get from friends and family. I did weekly sessions for a month, starting at the beginning of my cycle and conceived that same cycle! I am really pleased and intend to see Mary throughout my pregnancy.
Pregnancy Pain & Discomfort Relief
I visited Mary on several occasions during my pregnancy for lower back and pelvis pain. I found Mary extremely caring and professional and found that the acupuncture was very effective. I could not have continued my commute into London as long as I did without the treatment I received. Thanks Mary.
Success Overcoming Hyperemesis
I was diagnosed with hyperemesis and this was my first pregnancy. I was extremely ill and ended up in hospital. Then I stumbled upon acupuncture - I was willing to try anything! After only three sessions I was able to go back to work and the sickness eased considerably. It 100% worked for me.