Pregnancy & Postpartum

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Compassionate Care for Every Step of Motherhood

Pregnancy and postpartum are some of the most transformative experiences in a woman’s life—but they can also bring overwhelming exhaustion, emotional challenges, and physical discomfort. Too often, when women share these struggles with traditional doctors, they’re met with frustrating responses like, “That’s just part of pregnancy,” or “It will pass after delivery.” Persistent nausea, back pain, and postpartum fatigue are sometimes dismissed as normal, leaving many women feeling unsupported and unsure where to turn for relief.

We understand these challenges and believe you deserve better. With natural, safe treatments like acupuncture, we address the root causes of these struggles—helping you feel more balanced, supported, and empowered at every stage of your journey. We’re here to help you reclaim your well-being.

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Acupuncture Through All Four Trimesters

At Needle & Glow, we see pregnancy as a journey through four unique trimesters, each with its own physical and emotional demands. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine offer safe, gentle, and effective support for every stage—helping you navigate pregnancy and postpartum with balance and confidence.

First Trimester: Laying the Foundation

The first trimester is a time of profound change as your body begins to nurture new life. From a Chinese medicine perspective, this is when the focus is on strengthening the Kidney Qi (the vital energy responsible for reproduction) and maintaining a calm, stable environment for the developing fetus.

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Second Trimester: Supporting Growth and Balance

As the baby grows, your body works hard to adjust. Chinese medicine emphasizes maintaining the balance of Yin and Yang to ensure smooth energy flow and prevent stagnation, which can lead to discomfort.

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Third Trimester: Preparing for Labor

In the final weeks, your body shifts its focus to preparing for childbirth. Chinese medicine views this time as an opportunity to strengthen Qi and Blood, ensuring smooth labor and delivery. Acupuncture can also help encourage cervical ripening and optimize positioning for birth.

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Fourth Trimester: Postpartum Recovery

The fourth trimester—also known as postpartum—is a critical time for healing and replenishing your body’s energy. Chinese medicine emphasizes rebuilding Qi and Blood to restore balance and vitality, ensuring you have the strength to care for yourself and your baby.

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Supporting emotional well-being, including postpartum depression and anxiety.
Promoting healing from childbirth, including C-section recovery.
Enhancing milk supply and addressing breastfeeding challenges.
Replenishing energy levels and improving sleep.

"Kari is the BEST!!! I’m 39 weeks pregnant and credit my weekly acupuncture/cupping/massage with Kari for why I still feel good and am moving well."

There have been some weeks I show up as a shell of myself. Each time I walk out feeling totally refreshed and ready to cry in gratitude! Each person (some pregnant / some not) I have referred to Kari is equally obsessed. Book her today – you won’t regret it!

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