Pre-Birth Acupuncture
As you approach the final weeks of pregnancy, your body is making important shifts to prepare for labor. Pre-birth acupuncture is a gentle, effective way to support this transition—helping the cervix ripen, optimizing fetal positioning, and ensuring you have the energy and stamina needed for labor and delivery.
This specialized acupuncture protocol begins around week 35-36, with weekly sessions designed to support, not induce labor. Unlike general pregnancy acupuncture, these treatments focus on preparing your body for the most efficient, balanced birth possible.
What to Expect During Pre-Birth Acupuncture
Each session is tailored to your unique pregnancy journey, addressing any imbalances that could affect labor. You’ll be treated in a comfortable position, and if needed, we have pregnancy massage tables to ensure you can fully relax—many moms-to-be say it’s the most at ease they’ve felt in months!
How Pre-Birth Acupuncture Helps:
✔ Encourages cervical ripening for a smoother labor progression
✔ Supports optimal fetal positioning for birth
✔ Boosts energy and stamina for endurance during labor
The Research on Pre-Birth Acupuncture
Studies have shown that pre-birth acupuncture can lead to better labor outcomes, reducing the need for medical interventions.
One study conducted in Wellington, New Zealand across 14 midwifery practices found that women who received pre-birth acupuncture experienced:
✔ 35% fewer inductions (and a 43% reduction for first-time moms)
✔ 31% decrease in epidural use
✔ 32% reduction in emergency C-sections
✔ 9% increase in natural vaginal births
Importantly, acupuncture does not induce premature labor—instead, it supports the body's natural readiness for birth.
Feel Confident & Supported in Your Birth Journey
Whether you’re preparing for your first birth or have been through this before, pre-birth acupuncture is a proactive, natural way to optimize your body’s readiness for labor.
Schedule your pre-birth acupuncture sessions today and step into labor feeling strong, supported, and ready.
