{"id":5152,"date":"2026-06-24T10:37:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T10:37:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/?page_id=5152"},"modified":"2026-06-24T10:37:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T10:37:53","slug":"ivf-acupuncture-checklist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/fr\/ivf-acupuncture-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"IVF Acupuncture Checklist \u2014 How to Prepare Your Body at Every Stage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your IVF + Acupuncture Checklist           <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"wp-image-3852\" style=\"width: 150px;\" src=\"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration.png 2250w, https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Fertility-Illustration-2048x2048.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Going through IVF is one of the most demanding things you can do \u2014 physically, emotionally, and logistically. This checklist is designed to help you feel prepared, supported, and in control at every stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a specialist fertility acupuncturist based at The Light Centre in Clapham, I&#8217;ve supported many women and couples through IVF cycles. Here&#8217;s exactly what I recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 3 months before your IVF cycle starts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Book an initial acupuncture consultation to assess your TCM diagnosis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Begin weekly acupuncture sessions to improve blood flow to the ovaries and uterus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Start tracking your cycle (basal body temperature, cervical mucus)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Review your diet \u2014 reduce sugar, alcohol, processed foods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Start taking CoQ10, Vitamin D, and folate (discuss doses with your GP or consultant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Reduce caffeine to 1 cup per day maximum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Prioritise sleep \u2014 7-8 hours minimum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Begin stress management \u2014 yoga, walking, meditation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 During stimulation (injections phase)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Continue weekly acupuncture \u2014 sessions now focus on supporting your response to medication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Stay well hydrated \u2014 especially important with FSH injections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Avoid intense exercise \u2014 gentle walking and yoga only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Rest more than usual \u2014 your body is working hard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Keep stress low \u2014 let people around you know you need extra support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Attend all monitoring appointments at your clinic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Around egg collection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Have an acupuncture session 1-2 days before egg collection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Rest for 24-48 hours post collection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Eat warm, nourishing foods \u2014 soups, stews, cooked vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Avoid cold foods and drinks \u2014 in TCM, warmth supports recovery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Stay off your feet as much as possible that day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Around embryo transfer \u2014 the most important moment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Have acupuncture close to the time of the transfer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Wear warm, comfortable clothing on transfer day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Eat a warm meal beforehand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Bring someone supportive with you if possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Plan a gentle, restful day afterwards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 The two-week wait<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Continue acupuncture 1-2 times per week \u2014 focus on reducing anxiety and supporting progesterone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Avoid Googling symptoms obsessively \u2014 it won&#8217;t help and will spike your cortisol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Keep warm \u2014 especially your lower abdomen and lower back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Gentle walking only \u2014 no running, swimming, or intense exercise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Talk to someone you trust \u2014 the wait is hard, you don&#8217;t have to do it alone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Be kind to yourself \u2014 whatever happens, you are doing everything you can<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 If your cycle is successful \ud83c\udf89<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Continue acupuncture through the first trimester \u2014 it supports implantation and reduces miscarriage risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Inform your acupuncturist immediately so treatment can be adapted for pregnancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Rest, nourish, and let yourself feel the joy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 If your cycle is unsuccessful<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Give yourself time to grieve \u2014 this is a real loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Continue acupuncture to support your body&#8217;s recovery and rebalance hormones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Book a follow-up with your clinic to review what happened<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">When you&#8217;re ready, we can discuss how to prepare differently for the next cycle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">You are not alone \u2014 I am here to support you through this<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to start preparing for your IVF cycle?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I offer a <strong>free 15-minute discovery call<\/strong> to talk through where you are in your journey and how acupuncture can support you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Based at The Light Centre, 151 Clapham High Street, SW4<\/strong> \u2014 easy access from Brixton, Stockwell, Oval, Kennington and Battersea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">[<a href=\"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/discovery-call\/\">Book your free discovery call<\/a>] | [<a href=\"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/bookings\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/bookings\/\">Book your first appointment<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Sil\u00e8ne Bricet \u2014 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.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your IVF + Acupuncture Checklist Going through IVF is one of the most demanding things you can do \u2014 physically, emotionally, and logistically. This checklist is designed to help you feel prepared, supported, and in control at every stage. 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