Acupuncture for Pregnancy in Kingsbridge, Chillington & Modbury, near Plymouth
Acupuncture is a fantastic form of treatment as it offers drug-free relief from many problems that can arise during pregnancy and birth.
With over 15 years of clinical experience working with women at different pregnancy stages and birth preparation, I have also used acupuncture through my own three pregnancies.
Can acupuncture help with pregnancy?
Many of the conditions I treat are often seen as a “normal” part of pregnancy that women have to put up with, but the relief that comes from addressing these conditions with acupuncture not only improves your quality of life but can also prevent them from becoming more serious.
I also offer pre-birth acupuncture which prepares a woman’s body for birth both physically and emotionally, too. I usually recommend coming for treatment once a week from around 37 weeks.
This is a great time to teach acupressure to a woman's partner or support people, which can make a significant difference in the level of pain experienced during labour.
Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?
Acupuncture is safe during pregnancy and offers drug-free relief from many problems. Common pregnancy-related conditions that acupuncture can support and mitigate include:
Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy
Heartburn
Constipation
Musculoskeletal conditions (such as sciatica, symphysis pubis pain, carpal tunnel)
Fatigue and exhaustion
Insomnia
Anxiety and depression
Breech babies
How much does Acupuncture treatment for pregnancy cost?
Your first treatment, which lasts 75 minutes, costs £65
Follow-up treatments last around 45 minutes and cost £50 each.
* From Jan 2025 there will be a small increase in my prices to reflect rises in rent and insurance - first treatments will be £70 and follow ups £55.
If you’d like to book an appointment or want to know more about acupuncture and whether it might suit you, please do get in touch - any questions are very welcome!
I am a fully insured member of the British Acupuncture Council, the largest body of professional acupuncturists in the UK, and abide by its strict rules of Safe Practice and Code of Professional Conduct.
Acupuncture with Jo
Modbury Therapy Centre
Monday: 9.30am – 3pm
Thursday: 9.30am - 1.30pm
35 Church Street
Modbury
Devon
PL21 0QR
Wills Health
Tuesday: 8.30am – 2.30pm
Unit 3 Fairfield Meadow
Orchard Way
Chillington
Devon
TQ7 2LB
The Health Hub
Wednesday: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Fore Street
Kingsbridge
Devon
TQ7 1AX