Acupuncture Northwest & Associates - Fertility Enhancement Acupuncture

Andrea Iwi’ula Passes ABORM!

Admin — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:36:42 +0000

Our very own Andrea Iwi’ula joins the ranks of “fertility acupuncturist” by passing her ABORM (American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine) exam. Congratulations, Andrea!! She practices in our Tacoma office.

Fantastic Ideas for Morning Sickness!

Susan — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:02:58 +0000

Between 60% and 80% of pregnant women experience some nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Does that include you or someone you know? Click here to read the article which has lots of great suggestions for this common ailment.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Washington State Ranks #41 on Fertility Friendliness

Admin — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:45:00 +0000

RESOLVE, the National Association of Infertility, gave Washington State a D on its fertility report card. Grades were based on the following information:

Insurance mandate climate in state
Legislative climate in state (current laws and legislation introduced in 2012)
Number of accredited fertility clinics in state relative to the state’s infertile population[i]
Number of RESOLVE support groups in state

Richard Reindollar, MD, (President-Elect, American Society for Reproductive Medicine) makes a good point:

“Getting a diagnosis of infertility can be emotionally devastating. To find out their health insurance does not cover it, or that policy makers are actively seeking to block their treatments, makes it even more difficult for our patients. Excellent infertility care is available throughout the country. These grades do not reflect the quality of the clinical care in the state. Rather, they focus on the social, economic and political environment around treatment of infertility in each of the states.”

Lets hope for better a better score in the coming years!

http://familybuilding.resolve.org/fertility-scorecard/

Submitted by Cheryl House, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

How Do You Know If Acupuncture Is Working?

Susan — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:59:55 +0000

Understanding how Chinese Medicine works requires a slight shift from the Western mind-set that desires instant gratification. Although some relief should be experienced following a treatment, some changes may be more subtle or cumulative. Here are some great tips to keep in mind when considering if Acupuncture is working for you. Click Here To Read The Article.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Is organic better? Ask a fruit fly.

Susan — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:32:29 +0000

Sixteen year old’s award winning experiment shows that by nearly every measure, including fertility, stress resistance and longevity, fruit flies that fed on organic fruits and vegetables fared better than those who dined on conventionally raised produce. What does that mean for humans? Read the article here.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Honoring the life of Robert G. Edwards, Nobel Winner for IVF

Susan — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:28:29 +0000

Dr. Edwards’ contributions to developing in vitro fertilization have helped millions realized their dreams of having a baby. Here is the article honoring his life.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Trying for a baby? Now’s the best time!

Susan — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:52:45 +0000

Men have healthier sperm in winter and early spring than in the summer according to this new study.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Acupuncture and moxibustion improved IVF pregnancy rates in couples with history of failed IVF cycles

Cheryl — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:41:08 +0000

A new study showed that IVF patients receiving acupuncture and moxibustion had pregnancy rates 500% higher than control groups and more than 300% higher than the sham acupuncture group. Subjects in the study had a history of 2 prior failed IVF cycles. Read the article here.

Submitted by Cheryl House, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office.

Acupuncture results in higher ovulation frequency in women with PCOS

Susan — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 23:10:59 +0000

In a recent study lean and overweight women with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome who received electro-acupuncture twice a week for 10-13 weeks showed greater ovulation frequency during treatment than the control group who received physical therapy. Circulating hormone levels were significantly improved in the acupuncture group as well. Read the study here.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Acupuncture Northwest & Associates - Fertility Enhancement Acupuncture

Andrea Iwi’ula Passes ABORM!

Our very own Andrea Iwi’ula joins the ranks of “fertility acupuncturist” by passing her ABORM (American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine) exam. Congratulations, Andrea!! She practices in our Tacoma office.

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Fantastic Ideas for Morning Sickness!

Washington State Ranks #41 on Fertility Friendliness

How Do You Know If Acupuncture Is Working?

Is organic better? Ask a fruit fly.

Honoring the life of Robert G. Edwards, Nobel Winner for IVF

Dr. Edwards’ contributions to developing in vitro fertilization have helped millions realized their dreams of having a baby. Here is the article honoring his life.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Trying for a baby? Now’s the best time!

Men have healthier sperm in winter and early spring than in the summer according to this new study.

Submitted by Susan Darling, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office

Acupuncture and moxibustion improved IVF pregnancy rates in couples with history of failed IVF cycles

A new study showed that IVF patients receiving acupuncture and moxibustion had pregnancy rates 500% higher than control groups and more than 300% higher than the sham acupuncture group. Subjects in the study had a history of 2 prior failed IVF cycles. Read the article here.

Submitted by Cheryl House, LAc, FABORM in the Seattle Office.

Acupuncture results in higher ovulation frequency in women with PCOS