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Chinese Medicine and Fertility
Acupuncture is a safe and widely used treatment option for both male and female fertility support. Acupuncture may help regulate reproductive hormones, improve ovarian and uterine blood flow, support ovulation, reduce stress and anxiety, and promote healthy sperm parameters.
For women
Fertility acupuncture aims to support follicular development, implantation, endometrial thickness, and menstrual cycle regulation while promoting overall well-being during the conception journey.
For men
Acupuncture may help improve sperm quality, count, and motility, while also addressing lifestyle and health factors that can affect fertility.
At Ponsonby Wellness
Treatment plans are personalised for each individual and may include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and guidance on lifestyle and wellbeing to support natural conception or assisted reproductive treatment (ART) such as IVF and IUI.
Fertility Outcomes at Ponsonby Wellness
2026 Year-to-date Internal Clinic Data
The pie chart reflects updated 2026 internal clinic data and is intended to provide transparency about patient progress and treatment support.
Outcomes vary between individuals depending on factors such as:
- Age
- Reproductive history
- Underlying fertility conditions
- Concurrent medical treatment, including IVF/IUI
Your Fertility Pathways
Personalised fertility support for every stage of your journey
- Improving egg quality
- Irregular or absent period
- Ovulation support
- PCOS-related concerns
- Endometriosis
- Luteal phase support/low progesterone patterns
- Infertility-related stress and anxiety
- Preconception health optimisation
- Improving sperm quality and quantity
- Promote sperm motility
- Reduce oxidative stress and internal inflammation
- Hormonal regulation and balancing
- Stress reduction
- IVF/IUI preparation
- Ovarian stimulation support
- Egg retrieval preparation
- Improving egg quality + quantity
- Pre- and Post-embryo transfer care
- Low progesterone levels
- Early pregnancy support
- ART medication-induced concerns
- Cycle regulation and ovulation support
- Endometrial lining and implantation support
- Egg and sperm quality improvement
- Hormone balance
- Detoxifying body
- Body Qi regulation
Your Fertility Journey
Natural Fertility
1
Initial consultation
Medicial, fertility and cycle assessment.
Our practitioner will create a personalised fertility treatment plan with you.
2
Acupuncture treatments
1-2 times weekly acupuncture treatments throughout your cycle.
3
Herbal Medicine
Individualised herbal support based on your cycle
Our practitioner will discuss whether herbal medicine is beneficial for your fertility journey.
4
Ovulation Window
Critical conception time
We encourage male partners to also receive acupuncture treatment to maximise fertility success.
5
Improved Cycle
More regular period cycles and ovulation patterns
Many patients notice improvements in cycle regularity, menstrual symptoms and overall health.
These positive changes prepare the body for the next conception attempt.
ART Support Journey
1
Initial Consultation
Fertility assessment + upcoming ART procedures
In addition to medical, fertility and cycle assessments, our practitioner will discuss your upcoming IVF/IUI/ICSI, or embryo transfer cycle with you.
2
Herbal Medicine
If applicable
Our practitioner will discuss whether herbal medicine is suitable to use with your ART treatment.
3
Acupuncture Treatment
Before your ART cycle begins
Acupuncture can improve egg quality and quantity to prepare you for IUI, IVF, ICSI, and egg retrieval.
4
Acupuncture Treatment
Before + After embryo transfer
Acupuncture focuses on optimising the uterine lining and progesterone levels to maximise implantation success.
5
Outcome
Pregnancy test
If a positive pregnancy test
- Continue acupuncture support during early pregnancy
If a negative pregnancy test
- Your treatment progress and cycle will be reviewed
- Continue acupuncture and/or herbal medicine to prepare for the next fertility attempt.
Meet the Team
Virginia Jin
TCM Practitioner
- More than 10 years of experience in fertility support and women’s reproductive health
- Passionate about helping individuals and couples achieve optimal fertility outcomes through Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture)
CPD training in the Fertile Life Method (2019)
Read more about Virginia Jin
VS
Vivi Sheppard
Clinical Assistant
- Master of Clinical Embryology
- Bachelor’s and Postgraduate Diplomas in Biomedical Science (specialising in reproduction)
- Member of the Fertility Society of Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) 2025
- Member of Scientists in Reproductive Technologies (SIRT) 2025
- Academic background in reproductive science and fertility biology
Read more about Vivi Sheppard
Ongoing Professional Development
Our team is committed to continuous learning
- Herbal Food Therapy for Women (2026)
Supporting health before, during, and after pregnancy through nutrition and herbal-based approaches - Advanced TCM Treatment for Infertility (2026)
Expanding clinical approaches in Traditional Chinese Medicine for complex fertility cases - TCM Treatment of Post-Pregnancy Care (2026)
Supporting recovery, hormonal balance, and well-being after pregnancy and birth
FAQs
Frequency depends on your individual treatment plan. Most patients begin with weekly sessions, with adjustments based on your cycle stage and fertility goals.
Acupuncture is used alongside IVF and IUI to support reproductive health by improving blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, reducing stress, and promoting hormonal balance. It may also help create a more receptive environment for implantation and support overall well-being throughout the treatment cycle.
When prescribed by a qualified practitioner, Chinese herbal medicine is individually tailored and used to support natural fertility. However, if you are undergoing ART treatment (such as IVF or IUI) or taking fertility medications, herbal use requires careful review. This will be discussed during your consultation.
Yes. Herbal prescription may be adjusted depending on your menstrual cycle phase; this may differ between individuals and even within individual cycles.
Male fertility support may help improve sperm quality, motility, and overall reproductive health, and is often recommended alongside female treatment, especially during the ovulation window.
Fertility Pricing
Fertility Consultation
$180.00
- Differs from general consultation.
- Charged on the first visit only.
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