Welcome to Acupuncture Infertility Care, Richmond's only Traditional Chinese Medical practice devoted solely to helping women overcome challenges in Fertility and Conception. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help you conceive, have a healthy pregnancy, and have a healthy full term baby.
Although I've treated fertility issues throughout my career, I have had this specialty practice treating Women who face challenges with Fertility since 2008. My approach is simple and unique. In addition to comprehensive Acupuncture treatment of any constitutional imbalances as diagnosed by Traditional Chinese Medical theory, I treat and advocate for the reduction of stress.
Although I've treated fertility issues throughout my career, I have had this specialty practice treating Women who face challenges with Fertility since 2008. My approach is simple and unique. In addition to comprehensive Acupuncture treatment of any constitutional imbalances as diagnosed by Traditional Chinese Medical theory, I treat and advocate for the reduction of stress.
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In order for fertilization to take place, both the male and female factors need to be considered. The most common causes of infertility in women fall into the following three categories: Ovulatory disorders where ovulation is irregular and often unpredictable, or there is no ovulation at all. Tubal disorders where there are blocked or infected Fallopian tubes, and Uterine issues such as fibroids, polyps or adhesions.
The term "Infertility" is defined as "the failure to achieve a pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse". About 30% of all cases of infertility are due to female factors. About 30% (and some recent sources are suggesting up to 50%) of all cases are due to male factors, such as low sperm numbers/density, abnormal sperm morphology and limited mobility of sperm.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder found in women. PCOS produces symptoms in 5-10% of women of reproductive age and is one of the leading causes of female reproductive difficulty. The most common manifestations are a lack of ovulation (anovulation), excess production of androgenic (more prevalent in males) hormones, and insulin resistance.
It has been widely demonstrated in humans, that stress adversely effects fertility and fetal development. Highly stressed individuals have increased difficulties with ovulation, fertilization, implantation and a healthy full-term pregnancy.
Women attempting conception are experiencing stress in their day to day lives from the challenges of life, work and responsibility, and for women trying to have a baby, the concern that they will not be successful.Stress affects fertility in a profound way but is most often under-appreciated. Stress is Nature's own birth control method.
Women attempting conception are experiencing stress in their day to day lives from the challenges of life, work and responsibility, and for women trying to have a baby, the concern that they will not be successful.Stress affects fertility in a profound way but is most often under-appreciated. Stress is Nature's own birth control method.
Studies show that up to 50% of infertility is related to male factor problems including structural abnormalities, sperm production disorders, motility abnormalities, ejaculatory disturbances and immunologic disorders. This brief outline published by Johns Hopkins School of Medicine summarizes male factor infertility as does this exhaustive Wikipedia listing.
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Gabby Sergi
Nov 03, 2021
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I am so happy I decided to try out Acupuncture. Porter is amazing and really focuses directly on you and your journey. I was diagnosed with unexplained infertility. With going through 2 IUI and a IVF journey Porter was there and always willing to listen to my concerns or questions. I can say thanks to him my IVF journey was a lot less stressful and he helped with a successful first transfer. I have continued to see Porter through my entire first trimester. His treatments are amazing. I suggest anyone struggling with fertility issues to reach out to Porter. He is amazing and I will be back!! Thank
Mandy Pleasants
Oct 07, 2021
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Infertility hit my life in a way that I could not have predicted. At 38, and with a healthy body and lifestyle, I could not believe that I had missed my chance to conceive.
I had noticed online infertility blogs would sometimes mention acupuncture as a form of therapy to increase conception odds. I paid little attention to its potential benefits. I was skeptical but after exhausting so many other efforts to conceive I decided I would give it a try.
I called a few acupuncturists in the Richmond Area and spoke with a couple receptionists but when I called Acupuncture Infertility Care w/ Porter
I had noticed online infertility blogs would sometimes mention acupuncture as a form of therapy to increase conception odds. I paid little attention to its potential benefits. I was skeptical but after exhausting so many other efforts to conceive I decided I would give it a try.
I called a few acupuncturists in the Richmond Area and spoke with a couple receptionists but when I called Acupuncture Infertility Care w/ Porter
Anna Jacobs
Aug 31, 2021
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Christina Bowman
Jun 30, 2021
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I can't say enough wonderful things about my experience with Porter. From the moment we first met, I knew he was genuinely interested in my fertility journey. As someone who has PCOS, I contacted him right after I had a miscarriage. He was very encouraging, thorough, methodical, and always attentive to my concerns/questions. My husband and I, unfortunately, had to make a big move to Maryland for his job several months after I started working with Porter. Thankfully, I am still able to see him periodically when I visit my family in Virginia. I found out I was pregnant 14 days after one of the last
Lauren Durbin
Jun 25, 2021
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I can’t say enough good things about working with Porter. I started working with him before I conceived my twin boys and continued through most of my first trimester. As an older first time mom-to-be, I was anxious, stressed, and full of questions. Not only did Porter’s acupuncture calm my nerves and anxiety, he also answered my questions and made excellent suggestions about things I could do on my own. I particularly loved that he took the time to really get to know and care about me. I HIGHLY recommend Porter to anyone seeking acupuncture during their fertility journey. I know that my own
Ellie Girardi
Mar 07, 2021
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I went to see Porter for natural labor induction at 40 weeks 5 days after doing some research about the benefits of acupuncture. I had no signs of labor and desperately didn’t want a medical induction. I was so amazed when I went into labor around 10 hours after! I was so grateful I was able to deliver my 9 lb 11 oz boy without any medication on 1-16-21. Thank you so much for the awesome experience!
Mary DeBell
Dec 01, 2019
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I have been seeing Porter for the last four months and I must say, I felt a connection from our first appointment. See, I have struggled with infertility for a little over two years and was really at my wits end. My husband and I were on our way to doing IUI and actually looking into adoption. I have Hashimotos and thyroid issues but regular cycles and have been through every test (as well as my husband) with flying colors. Our unexplained infertility was taxing and taking a real toll on my mental state. I started looking into acupuncture and came across Porter. I figured I had tried all avenues
M. Bishop
Sep 28, 2019
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I have PCOS and after trying to become pregnant for over a year began treatments with my OB. After two frustrating cycles I decided to try acupuncture. After so much time I was ready to try anything. Porter provides exceptional care by listening and asking questions, and by taking the time to let me talk about the ups and downs, craziness and emotions of becoming pregnant. He takes his time unlike most doctors. He spends about an hour and a half working with me each time. I can't say enough about Porter. I was amazed when we were able to become pregnant in a little over two months and are now happily
Chance Premont
May 31, 2019
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Dear Porter - Thanks so much for your participation in the project of bringing Anna into this world. I think your acupuncture treatments complemented our infertility treatment very well, allowing me to relax and focus my energy appropriately! I appreciate the enthusiasm, focus and curiosity you brought to the treatments. And now we can celebrate the end result! C.P.
