If your acupuncturist isn’t doing moxibustion in your treatment for fertility, it’s time to say bubye.

What is Moxibustion? It’s a word that sounds like a spell, and in a way, it is: an ancient one, wielded for centuries to transform health. When it comes to fertility, moxibustion isn’t just a wellness trend or a forgotten therapy; it’s a powerhouse tool that deserves a seat at the table in your conception journey.

If you’ve ever felt like your body’s rhythm is slightly off, that your blood flow is sluggish, or that your hormones need a wake-up call, moxibustion might just be the secret sauce your ovaries are craving.

What Is Moxibustion?

Moxibustion involves burning dried mugwort—a small, spongy herb—near specific acupuncture points on the body. The heat and smoke penetrate deeply, stimulating circulation, improving blood flow, and harmonizing hormonal imbalances. It’s often called a the first infrared therapy of healers.

Now, here’s the kicker: studies show that moxibustion can increase blood flow to the pelvic region, providing a nutrient-rich environment for your ovaries and uterus. This isn’t just old wives’ wisdom—it’s science. The warming effect doesn’t just feel good (though it does); it’s a targeted boost to your reproductive system.

How Moxibustion Supercharges Fertility

1. Enhances Ovarian Function: By increasing blood flow to the ovaries, moxibustion helps nourish follicles, improving egg quality. Think of it as a direct delivery system for oxygen and nutrients.
2. Balances Hormones: Hormonal imbalances can wreak havoc on your cycles. Moxibustion helps regulate the HPO axis, supporting the intricate dance between your brain and ovaries as well as your adrenals.
3. Improves Uterine Lining: A thick, plush uterine lining is essential for implantation. Moxibustion warms and invigorates the area, ensuring growth of a thick lining and the reduction in inflammation to make for a healthy endometrial environment.

The Unexpected Bonus?

Moxibustion is a game-changer for women with cold constitutions—a common diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). If your hands and feet are perpetually icy or your periods are painful and clot-heavy, moxibustion could melt away those symptoms while paving the way to pregnancy.

This ancient therapy isn’t just about heat; it’s about hope. So light the mugwort, embrace the warmth, and let this time-tested technique guide you toward the baby of your dreams.

Book with us today and we know you’ll be raving about moxabustion to your friends on the daily.