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Fertility acupuncture explained (with the Cheshire Acupuncturist)

Can acupuncture really help fertility? How does it work with conventional medicine? Does it hurt? And how do you know if it’s actually doing something?

On this episode of Too Much Information, Issy is joined by fertility acupuncturist Kate Jackson, aka The Cheshire Acupuncturist, to unpack one of the most talked-about complementary therapies: acupuncture for fertility.

They explore the ways that acupuncture may support ovulation, sperm health, IVF outcomes, and menstrual health. Plus, Kate breaks down the evidence behind acupuncture, the myth that acupuncture and Western medicine can't work together, and how to find an acupuncturist near you.

This conversation goes beyond the hype to answer the questions many people wonder when trying to conceive.

Expect anecdotes, practical advice, and reassurance for anyone wondering whether acupuncture could play a role in their fertility journey – or what to consider instead.

We’ll be answering the questions…

💭 Does acupuncture for fertility actually work?

💭 Will acupuncture improve IVF success?

💭 If I can't do acupuncture, what can I do instead?

💭 Can acupuncture improve AMH or egg quality?

💭 Is it too late for me to start acupuncture for fertility?

💭 Can acupuncture help with endometriosis or PCOS?

Whether you're already doing acupuncture and trying to understand the science, or considering it whilst TTC, this episode is for you.

About the expert:

Kate Jackson is a fertility acupuncturist and founder of The Cheshire Acupuncturist. She specialises in supporting people trying to conceive, including those navigating fertility treatment such as IVF.

🔗 The Cheshire Acupuncturist: www.cheshireacupuncturist.com

🔗 Follow Kate on Instagram: @thecheshireacupuncturist

🔗 Juniper Clinic: www.juniperclinic.co.uk

Find a qualified acupuncturist (UK):

🔎 British Acupuncture Council: www.acupuncture.org.uk/find-an-acupuncturist

🔎 British Medical Acupuncturist Society: www.medical-acupuncture.co.uk/Patients/FindaPractitioner.aspx

🔎 Don't Tell Me To Relax: www.donttellmetorelax.co.uk

🎙️ Too Much Information is the women’s health podcast that mixes real stories with expert insight. From fertility to hormones to the realities of reproductive health, nothing is off limits.

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