Pregnancy & Birth Preparation Acupuncture in Edinburgh

Pregnancy affects more than just the body

Supporting physical comfort and nervous-system calm

Pregnancy brings constant change - physically, hormonally and emotionally. Even when everything is progressing normally, your body is working hard to adapt, which can affect energy levels, sleep, digestion and how settled you feel day to day.

For some people, this ongoing adjustment can leave the nervous system feeling overstimulated or unsettled, making it harder to fully rest, relax or feel at ease in the body.

As a registered acupuncturist and integrative therapist, I support more than physical symptoms alone. Treatment gently supports the nervous system alongside physical comfort, helping the body settle, regulate and respond more smoothly to the changes of pregnancy.

If stress, anxiety, disrupted sleep or feeling “on edge” are part of your experience, this approach offers calm, supportive care — with the aim of helping you feel more comfortable, more grounded, and more supported as your pregnancy progresses.

HOW DO I KNOW IF ACUPUNCTURE IS RIGHT FOR ME?

Is pregnancy acupuncture right for you?

Pregnancy acupuncture can be a supportive option if you’re noticing physical or emotional changes that are becoming part of your day-to-day experience, rather than something that passes quickly on its own. It’s particularly helpful when symptoms feel linked to hormonal shifts, physical adaptation, stress, or disrupted sleep - and when you’re looking for gentle support that works with your body rather than pushing it.

Pregnancy acupuncture may be right for you if:

• You’re experiencing nausea or digestive discomfort
• You’re dealing with fatigue, poor sleep or low energy
• You have back, pelvic, hip or general body discomfort
• You’re feeling more anxious, unsettled or emotionally overwhelmed
• You’d like gentle, supportive care alongside your midwifery or medical support

You don’t need to be experiencing complications to benefit. Many people choose pregnancy acupuncture simply to feel more comfortable, supported and regulated as their body changes.

If you’re looking for pregnancy-safe acupuncture in Edinburgh with a calm, personalised approach, this care may be a good fit.

This was my first time going for acupuncture and it was an amazing experience. I decided to visit because I saw that Nancy offered prenatal and labour-encouraging acupuncture (I was a week and a half past my due date at this point, and still really hoping for a spontaneous labour).

I left on Thursday evening so relaxed. After a second session on Saturday afternoon, I went into labour on Saturday night and had a straightforward delivery. Nancy is such a calm person, she has done doula training which helped have some positive conversations about birth.

She was able to fit me in at short notice which was so much appreciated. Thanks Nancy

I've been going to Nancy for a few months now for acupuncture, and even after the first appointment I noticed a difference! Her calming presence and knowledge really put me at ease during the first appointment when I didn't know what to expect. It's great that Nancy can tailor each appointment for whatever is niggling at me!