IVF Assistance

“Latest research shows that acupuncture used to assist the IVF process increases the success of conception by 40-60%”     

(Acupuncture & IVF, Lifang Liang).

Chinese medicine can assist the IVF process by:

  • regulating hormone levels.
  • reducing stress.
  • preventing miscarriage.

What does treatment involve?

  • Treatment typically begins 3 months before the IVF process begins( ie before a woman starts taking the oral contraceptive pill).
  • Acupuncture sessions are weekly.
  • Herbs can be used to further assist the process
  • Pre & post transfer acupuncture is performed as closely around the actual transfer time as possible.
  • Embryo-holding acupuncture sessions after the transfer are performed weekly well into the first trimester, especially if there is a history of miscarriage.

What you should bring to your first IVF assistance consult?

  • your current tested FSH level (if you know it).

To book in your initial IVF-assist consultation with Dr Rachel Berners(CM) at her Eltham or City practice, call Rachel on 0417325393.