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I put this package together because I love treating pregnant women and I wanted to share the benefits of acupuncture for labour preparation. It’s a very special time for you as a woman and a mom-to-be and sometimes we need a little help to prepare for the big job ahead. I usually treat women on an ongoing basis while they are pregnant but this package was intended as a Pre-Birth preparation package for labour. Studies in New Zealand have shown that 3 acupuncture treatments (one a week for 3 weeks starting at around 36-37 weeks) greatly reduced the need for intervention during labour and decreased the hours in labour.

I also use this time to address any emotional concerns you might have and to be a resource for all things baby!

For further reading and research here is Debra Betts’ website.  She is a leader in the obstetrics  acupuncture field in New Zealand, where midwives regularly perform acupuncture during pregnancy and labour preparation.

http://acupuncture.rhizome.net.nz/

You can also download this great resource on acupressure during labour by Debra Betts – NZRN,MBAA,NZRA.

Acupressure for Childbirth By Debra Betts NZRN,MBAA,NZRA