Acupuncture is beneficial during the first trimester to support your body in the following ways:

• Sets the foundation for a healthy pregnancy by balancing the body and improving blood flow to the reproductive organs
• Alleviates morning sickness
• Reduces fatigue
• Relieves headaches
• Improves sleep
• Prevents miscarriage
• Reduces nasal congestion
• Alleviates constipation

Acupuncture is helpful in relieving the following common complaints during the second trimester:

• Heartburn
• Hemorrhoids
• Stress
• Insomnia
• Edema
• Elevated blood pressure
• Headaches
• Back or pelvic pain
• Sciatica
• Constipation

Acupuncture is particularly effective in the third trimester in preparing the body for labor and birth.  It is also helpful in treating the following common third trimester issues:

• Sciatica, hip, joint, pubic and low back pain
• Malposition of the fetus
• Edema
• Constipation
• Headaches
• Stress
• Insomnia
• Elevated blood pressure
• Labor induction

Acupuncture in the third trimester is most effective at preparing the body for labor when it is received at least once a week from 36 weeks until labor starts.