Many women ask us when they should begin acupuncture if they are going through IVF or engaged in any type of fertility medicine.

Our answer is always the same - the earlier the better.

Ideally, treatment should begin three months before an IVF cycle. One of the essential steps is to establish a healthy menstrual cycle, this requires careful monitoring of physical signs/symptoms and implementing basic behavioral modifications.

Given this is a natural form of medicine it is wise to give yourself and your body time to realize the effects. The benefits of working with us will begin right away and increase over time.

However, if that time has already passed for you that is okay as we can meet you wherever you are in your cycle.

Many patients are pleasantly surprised by just how much we can cover in the very first visit.

We ask that you please come prepared by bringing your full medical history. We will then do a full assessment of your health history and take in the necessary information to get to know you and your health struggles intimately.

Once we have this information we develop a treatment plan that is highly customized and designed specifically for your needs. This, in many ways, is like a structured and highly detailed roadmap for what you can expect in working with us.

Often this includes recommending certain nutraceuticals and supplements for you to leave with after the first appointment.

Beyond our intake to inform a treatment plan, we will also do acupuncture on your very first visit.

Finally, we recognize you may have questions - and lots of them. We leave plenty of time for you to ask as many lifestyle-related questions as you’d like that pertain to your circumstances. (Such as what is safe to do or eat while trying to conceive).

We truly want you to have the most comprehensive and immediately impactful first visit.

Virtually all humans have experienced or are currently experiencing some form of trauma, which can be defined as unresolved stress. We use both stress and trauma interchangeably. Our approach involves identifying and addressing any underlying stressors that may be hindering your fertility and overall well-being. By doing so, we aim to help you regulate your nervous system, signaling safety within your body—a crucial factor in improving fertility.

Furthermore, infertility itself can be an intensely traumatic experience. Countless women have confided in us, sharing that infertility was among the most traumatizing experiences of their lives. Unfortunately, this stress often remains hidden, and many women feel isolated in their struggles due to a lack of support and opportunities for healing within their communities. At FAFW, we are committed to guiding our patients in healing their traumas and, on a larger scale, addressing the collective trauma that permeates infertility.

As practitioners, we recognize the importance of acknowledging and resolving stress and trauma within the body. This understanding allows us to establish a deeper connection with you and support your transition from surviving to thriving.

Please don’t be intimidated by our mention of the word "trauma." When you begin your journey with us, we will delicately explore, over time, whether there is any unprocessed stress in your body that may have contributed to infertility or other health concerns.

In our experience, virtually all of us experience stress that can create blockages or misalignments, leading to physical symptoms.

Healing stress in the body promotes a sense of safety, which we believe is crucial for both fertility and overall health.

Yes. In fact, we’ve helped countless women go from unsuccessful IVF to successful natural conception. Others have come to see us wanting to get pregnant naturally but with age or other health conditions that have them doubting it’s possible.

We can never promise you’ll get pregnant, but we can assure you that you will feel better working with us—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—if you commit to change. We are here to guide you, but you have the power to decide what you want from this journey and what you’ll take from it.

Yes. We meet you wherever you are on your journey: preconception, infertility, postpartum, and beyond.

We’re often asked if we have experience helping people improve fertility and get pregnant. The answer is, yes. We also can offer you postpartum support.

As detailed in Phase 1 of our services; here is a detailed look at all of the fertility support we offer and have experience in supporting:

• Preconception

• Prepare your body naturally for pregnancy

• Egg freezing support

• Infertility: We are experienced in working with all diagnoses that impact fertility including:

• PCOS, endometriosis, perimenopause, hormone imbalance, male factor infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, miscarriage, secondary infertility, unexplained infertility, low AMH, High FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, fibroids, cysts, reproductive cancers impacting fertility

We help you prepare for IUI and IVF including day-of support wherever you need us to be

• Pregnancy:

Reduce morning sickness, fatigue, anxiety, headaches, pain including but not limited to back, neck, pelvis, legs, carpal tunnel, heartburn, constipation, swelling, cramps, cephalic version, improve sleep, increase relaxation, and labor induction.

• Postpartum:

Promotes lactation and alleviates symptoms like fatigue, mastitis, abdominal cramping and pain, postpartum depression, c-section post-operative pain, constipation, depression, anxiety, and stress.

Yes. Most of the women we see are actively in fertility treatments and want additional support.

Absolutely! We work with men in various capacities. While they initially seek our services due to a diagnosis of male factor infertility, many of them go on to engage in deeper work to facilitate meaningful changes in their lives.

First, we are sorry to hear this. Yes, we have many patients come to us after pregnancy loss. We are well-equipped to offer emotional support to process the grief, fear, anxiety, or any other emotion that’s present for you during this painful time.

Yes - we offer both perimenopausal and menopausal support.

We believe firmly in the value of partnering with patients.

We have found that the more open, willing, and committed you are as a patient the more likely we are to have better results.

We ask that you:

• Listen to your body

• Approach treatment with a sense of hope and curiosity

• Embrace your responsibility and become an active participant in your healing

• Commit to dietary adjustments and lifestyle changes

We encourage you to invest in your health not only for improved fertility outcomes but also for your overall well-being.

We are here to guide you, to create safety, and to use all of the tools we have access to in creating the most ripe environment for achieving the fertility and health outcomes you most desire.

Absolutely! We are here to meet your needs, whatever they may be. While we excel in providing comprehensive healing beyond acupuncture, we are committed to accommodating you in whatever way serves you best.

For decades our founder, Angela Le, has been offering deep healing to her patients. It’s partly because she’s a true healer who deeply listens, connects, and wants to understand the people she works with. That combined with her love for learning has meant her knowledge and skill set for employing various healing modalities is ever-growing.

Additional ways to work with Angela:

• The Expansion

• The Rebirth

At its core, infertility is not just a medical diagnosis, it is often a threshold experience. The challenges that arise on this journey can serve as powerful openings for deeper healing and self-discovery. As you move through the complexities of this path, you may begin to uncover emotional imprints, physiological patterns, and life stressors that have long gone unaddressed.

This journey offers the opportunity to not only support your reproductive health, but to restore your sense of wholeness. Our approach is rooted in addressing the underlying contributors to imbalance, whether physical, emotional, or relational, through modalities that are somatically guided, trauma-informed, and deeply attuned to your individual experience.

While Path 1: Fertility & Health offers a foundation of physical optimization, Path 2: Intimacy and Connection and Path 3: Rebirth and Renewal invite you into a more expansive exploration of the body-mind connection. Here, healing becomes about more than conception, it becomes about living in deeper alignment with who you truly are, creating the inner conditions for vitality, joy, and freedom.

No! While many women today know and find us through their fertility doctors and want to get pregnant and have a baby, our services extend far beyond conception.

We're here to support women on their journey of self-discovery and empowerment, prioritizing their health outcomes as the foundation for all subsequent forms of healing.

Let us know what your challenges are and what your intention is, so we can help you determine the best starting point for your healing journey.

While acupuncture is powerful for balancing the body's energy and promoting wellness, incorporating additional healing modalities can further support your reproductive health. Exploring services that address physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects—such as herbal medicine, nutrition, detoxification, somatic experiencing, mindfulness practices, and lifestyle changes—can optimize your fertility and well-being. By utilizing this period for self-care and holistic healing, you not only prepare yourself for parenthood but also empower yourself to live a healthier and more aligned life.