FAQs

What can I expect from a fertility consultation with Mike?

Mike’s fertility consultations include a detailed assessment of your medical history, lifestyle, symptoms, treatment stage, and fertility goals. You’ll receive individualized acupuncture, herbal recommendations when appropriate, and practical guidance tailored to your situation.

Are your herbal medicines safe and regulated?

Herbal products used in the clinic carry a Health Canada Natural Product Number (NPN). An NPN indicates that the specific licensed product has been assessed for safety, efficacy, and quality under its labelled conditions of use. Suitability and possible interactions are reviewed individually, especially during fertility treatment. Learn more on the Health Canada – Natural Health Products page.

Can TCM treatments be combined with IVF?

TCM care can be coordinated with IVF procedures. Appointments may focus on stress, sleep, treatment-related symptoms, and overall well-being; IVF outcomes cannot be guaranteed. Learn more.

Do you offer support during pregnancy and after childbirth?

Yes, we provide comprehensive support throughout pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and lactation, ensuring continuous personalized care.

Do you accept insurance?

Many extended health insurance plans cover our TCM fertility consultations. Please verify coverage details with your insurance provider. Herbal formulas are not covered by insurance.

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More Questions

Frequently asked by fertility patients

How can acupuncture support fertility? +
Acupuncture may be used as complementary care for stress, sleep, menstrual discomfort, and overall well-being.
When should I start acupuncture for fertility? +
Timing is individualized; some people begin before treatment, while others attend during active TTC or IVF.
Can acupuncture help with IVF cycles? +
Appointments can be coordinated around stimulation, retrieval, and transfer while fertility-clinic instructions remain primary.
Does acupuncture improve egg quality? +
Current evidence does not establish that acupuncture improves egg quality. Care may instead focus on symptoms, stress, and overall well-being.
What can TCM herbs help with? +
Herbal medicine is considered individually for symptom-focused care. All products should be disclosed to and coordinated with the fertility clinic because interactions may occur.
How often should I come for fertility acupuncture? +
Frequency is individualized according to symptoms, treatment stage, schedule, and clinical needs.
Are treatments personalized? +
Yes. Plans are tailored to your cycle, symptoms, history and goals.
Is acupuncture safe during fertility treatment? +
Acupuncture is generally considered low risk when provided by a regulated practitioner, but suitability depends on the individual and treatment stage. IVF protocol instructions and urgent medical concerns take priority.
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