Pregnancy Acupuncture in Cork

Gentle, supportive acupuncture to help you feel well, balanced and cared for throughout your pregnancy.

Safe, Supportive Care for Every Trimester

Pregnancy is a time of huge physical and emotional change. Acupuncture offers a gentle, natural way to ease discomfort, support your wellbeing and help your body adapt as your baby grows.

Treatments are tailored to your stage of pregnancy and always use pregnancy‑safe acupuncture points.

🌱 First Trimester (0–12 weeks)

Many women experience symptoms as hormones shift and the body adjusts.

Acupuncture may help with:

• nausea and morning sickness

• fatigue and low energy

• anxiety or emotional overwhelm

• headaches

• digestive discomfort

Treatments are calming, grounding and designed to support early pregnancy.

🌼 Second Trimester (13–27 weeks)

Often called the “easier trimester,” but symptoms can still appear.

Acupuncture may help with:

• back pain and pelvic discomfort

• heartburn and digestive issues

• sleep disturbances

• stress and tension

• round ligament pain

This is also a great time to support overall wellbeing.

🌸 Third Trimester (28–40 weeks)

As your baby grows, your body works harder.

Acupuncture may help with:

• lower back pain

• pelvic girdle pain

• swelling

• insomnia

• anxiety or restlessness

Treatments help you stay comfortable and prepare for birth.

Breech Presentation (34–36 weeks)

Moxibustion and acupuncture have traditionally been used to encourage optimal baby positioning. This gentle, non‑invasive approach is often used between 34–36 weeks.

Pre‑Birth Acupuncture (from 36 weeks)

Pre‑birth acupuncture focuses on preparing your body for labour.

Sessions may support:

• softening and ripening of the cervix

• optimal baby positioning

• reduced anxiety

• improved sleep

• easing physical tension

Many women find these sessions deeply relaxing and confidence‑building.

🌿 Postnatal Support

After birth, acupuncture can help with:

• recovery and healing

• fatigue

• mood changes

• breastfeeding support

• hormonal balance

This is a time when your body needs care — acupuncture offers gentle, restorative support.