Pregnancy Acupuncture in Calgary
PREGNANCY WELLNESS PROGRAM
Becoming pregnant is a momentous time, whether it came easily or after a long road. From the moment you find out, your mind races with questions. What's best for you and your baby? There's no shortage of books and forums, but knowing what's relevant to you is another matter.
This is a sacred season, and you deserve to be cherished and cared for through it. At TerraSana Health, Dr. Ashley Abbs supports your body through each stage of pregnancy, and makes space for the emotional transition into motherhood.
Support through every trimester
Weekly treatments until 12–14 weeks help with nausea, fatigue, bloating and constipation, anxiety and sleep. If you've experienced loss before, Ashley's Maintaining Pregnancy Program offers extra support through these early weeks. Learn more: Early Pregnancy and Miscarriage Support
First trimester
A treatment every three to four weeks, depending on your needs, helps you stay well and ease common discomforts like back and hip pain, sciatica, headaches, indigestion, stress and sleep.
Second trimester
THIRd trimester
Treatment becomes weekly again as you prepare for birth. If your baby is breech, care can begin at 32 weeks. Otherwise, pre-birth acupuncture usually begins at 36–37 weeks.
Common pregnancy concerns we support
Threatened Miscarriage
Morning Sickness
Bleeding during pregnancy
High Blood Pressure
Back pain, Hip pain and Sciatica
Carpal tunnel
Hemorrhoids and Constipation
Itching PUPPS rash
Edema/swelling
Insomnia
Muscle cramping and restless leg syndrome
Breech Presentation (max 38 weeks)
Pre-Birth and Birthing Acupuncture
More than treatment
Many patients say the conversation is as valuable as the needles. Your sessions are a chance to:
Connect with your baby's growth at each stage
Talk through nutrition, supplements and self-care
Explore the emotions that arise as you move toward motherhood
Prepare labour and birth options that reflect your wishes
Ask your questions about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and the early days with your baby
Preparing for birth
Weekly sessions from 36–37 weeks use specific points to help your body prepare for labour, supporting your baby's positioning and your body's natural readiness as you approach your due date. It's often used alongside the care of midwives and doulas.
Birthing acupuncture
If you've passed your due date by three days or more, or your OB or midwife recommends it earlier, birthing acupuncture can be used to help encourage labour naturally and support you before further interventions are considered.
Pregnancy FAQ
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With a licensed acupuncturist trained in pregnancy care, it's generally considered safe. Ashley uses pregnancy-appropriate points and adapts each treatment to your stage.
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Any time. Many women begin in the first trimester; others come for a specific concern later on, or start birth preparation at 36 weeks.
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Acupuncture and moxibustion are commonly used for breech presentation. It works best when started around 32–34 weeks, and up to 38 weeks.
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Yes. Acupuncture works alongside your prenatal care. If you have bleeding, severe pain, headaches or changes in your baby's movement, contact your care provider right away.