Frozen embryo transfer (FET)/ Donor egg cycle

Preparation before drug protocol begins

• This is what we refer to as the preconception phase.

• It is during this time we hope to optimize your reproductive health

• We treat holistically which means we take into account your physical, emotional and spiritual aspect. We do not only focus on regulating the menstrual cycle to alleviate any pain or discomfort before and during one s cycle, we also want to improve all systems of your body and mind. If you are sleeping well, full of vitality, proper digestion and elimination and healthy sense of self then all systems will work more efficiently including your reproductive system. This can be accomplished by treating some of the subtle imbalances in the body mind and spirit via acupuncture, herbs, supplements, diet, and lifestyle

During estrogen lining growth phase

• Two acupuncture treatments/week * Increase blood flow to uterus - better lining then better chance of implantation

• Treat side effects to medications

• Relax - Studies have shown how stress can negatively impact fertility and IVF success. Studies have also shown how acupuncture can reduce the effects of stress and therefore optimize your IVF/ICSI cycle

Transfer day (FET/donor egg)

• Acupuncture treatment immediately before and after day 3 embryo transfer

• For blastocyst transfer- acupuncture treatment three days after retrieval and again on day 5 before transfer of blastocyst (No treatment immediately after transfer).

Implantation to pregnancy test

• Acupuncture treatment 5-10 days after transfer

• Assist with implantation and support of fetus development