1.0Silene Bricet Acupuncturehttps://silenebricet.com/frSilene Bricethttps://silenebricet.com/fr/author/silene/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="tAGgDiVjOi"><a href="https://silenebricet.com/fr/ivf-acupuncture-checklist/">IVF Acupuncture Checklist — How to Prepare Your Body at Every Stage</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://silenebricet.com/fr/ivf-acupuncture-checklist/embed/#?secret=tAGgDiVjOi" width="600" height="338" title="« IVF Acupuncture Checklist — How to Prepare Your Body at Every Stage » — Silene Bricet Acupuncture" data-secret="tAGgDiVjOi" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! 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This checklist is designed to help you feel prepared, supported, and in control at every stage. As a specialist fertility acupuncturist based at The Light Centre in Clapham, I've supported many women and couples through IVF cycles. Here's exactly what I recommend. ✅ 3 months before your IVF cycle starts Book an initial acupuncture consultation to assess your TCM diagnosis Begin weekly acupuncture sessions to improve blood flow to the ovaries and uterus Start tracking your cycle (basal body temperature, cervical mucus) Review your diet — reduce sugar, alcohol, processed foods Start taking CoQ10, Vitamin D, and folate (discuss doses with your GP or consultant) Reduce caffeine to 1 cup per day maximum Prioritise sleep — 7-8 hours minimum Begin stress management — yoga, walking, meditation ✅ During stimulation (injections phase) Continue weekly acupuncture — sessions now focus on supporting your response to medication Stay well hydrated — especially important with FSH injections Avoid intense exercise — gentle walking and yoga only Rest more than usual — your body is working hard Keep stress low — let people around you know you need extra support Attend all monitoring appointments at your clinic ✅ Around egg collection Have an acupuncture session 1-2 days before egg collection Rest for 24-48 hours post collection Eat warm, nourishing foods — soups, stews, cooked vegetables Avoid cold foods and drinks — in TCM, warmth supports recovery Stay off your feet as much as possible that day ✅ Around embryo transfer — the most important moment Have acupuncture close to the time of the transfer Wear warm, comfortable clothing on transfer day Eat a warm meal beforehand Bring someone supportive with you if possible Plan a gentle, restful day afterwards ✅ The two-week wait Continue acupuncture 1-2 times per week — focus on reducing anxiety and supporting progesterone Avoid Googling symptoms obsessively — it won't help and will spike your cortisol Keep warm — especially your lower abdomen and lower back Gentle walking only — no running, swimming, or intense exercise Talk to someone you trust — the wait is hard, you don't have to do it alone Be kind to yourself — whatever happens, you are doing everything you can ✅ If your cycle is successful 🎉 Continue acupuncture through the first trimester — it supports implantation and reduces miscarriage risk Inform your acupuncturist immediately so treatment can be adapted for pregnancy Rest, nourish, and let yourself feel the joy ✅ If your cycle is unsuccessful Give yourself time to grieve — this is a real loss Continue acupuncture to support your body's recovery and rebalance hormones Book a follow-up with your clinic to review what happened When you're ready, we can discuss how to prepare differently for the next cycle You are not alone — I am here to support you through this Ready to start preparing for your IVF cycle? I offer a free 15-minute discovery call to talk through where you are in your journey and how acupuncture can support you. Based at The Light Centre, 151 Clapham High Street, SW4 — easy access from Brixton, Stockwell, Oval, Kennington and Battersea. | Silène Bricet — Specialist Fertility Acupuncturist, Clapham, London. Member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) and Acupuncture Fertility Network (AFN). Advanced Diploma in Fertility Acupuncture. Consultations in English and French.https://silenebricet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Fertility-Illustration.png22502250