The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic (formerly known as The Acupuncture IVF Support Clinic) a network of clinics that focus on supporting patients through their fertility, IVF and pregnancy journey.
In NSW our clinics are located in Sydney CBD, Alexandria, Westmead and the Central Coast. We also have clinics in Victoria in East Melbourne and Mornington.
As industry leaders in Traditional Chinese Medicine for fertility, all of our practitioners are degree-qualified in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, AHPRA registered and have extensive training and experience in reproductive medicine and offer private health rebates.
Our Alexandria Clinic now offers Integrative and multi-modality services including
- Naturopathy and Nutrition (Online and on-site appointments available)
We offer acupuncture, including laser acupuncture and electro-acupuncture, as well as Traditional Chinese herbal medicine, coupled with diet and lifestyle advice. We now also offer online naturopathy and nutrition consultations and counselling in some locations.
We believe Chinese medicine can work hand in hand with mainstream health care. We practice in an integrative setting and we work in collaboration with our patients’ medical providers to ensure all patients receive the most comprehensive health care.
How We Help
TRYING TO CONCEIVE
If you have been trying to conceive for 6 – 12 months without success you are probably starting to wonder why its not happening?
IVF
If you are doing IVF (IUI or ovulation induction) then we can make a useful contribution to your cycle with Chinese Medicine.
WOMEN’S HEALTH
There are a number of different conditions that affect women, that have long been addressed in TCM clinics in China.
PREGNANCY
Acupuncture is often used by pregnant women to promote well being and to address pregnancy related symptoms should they occur.
MEN’S HEALTH
One of the most common reasons couples go to an IVF clinic is male factor infertility. However there are ways to improve sperm health.
MUMS
We know being a mum can be a crazy ride, because they focus on the needs of their family first, mums don’t always get the care they need.
Our Story
The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic formerly known as The Acupuncture IVF Support Clinic was established in 2008 by Jane Lyttleton.
An industry leader in Jane has been awarded internationally for her pioneering work in Integrative fertility and IVF care. Jane is author of the acclaimed Treatment of Infertility with Chinese Medicine, published in 2004 and 2014 by Elsevier Science and now in its 13th reprint in English, and several other languages.This book is basis of The Acupuncture Pregnancy Practice Manual used exclusively by our Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic practitioners.
Our Managing Director Amy Forth is renowned in Chinese Medicine and has been in practice since 2008. Amy joined The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic in 2010 and became the manager of our Sydney-based clinics in 2016. Mentored by Jane, Amy became the director of our Alexandria clinic in 2018, coinciding with its move to the Alexandria Specialist Day Hospital alongside IVFA. In 2022, Amy became Managing Director of The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic group.
Amy is an influential practitioner, educator and researcher with a focus on IVF support, fertility and women’s health. Amy champions integrative and evidence-based care.
Amy has Bachelor of Health Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and Masters of Global Health. Amy’s Masters research focussed on how to integrate complementary medicine with our healthcare system – a focus she brings to the practice today. As a respected speaker at global conferences and universities, Amy advocates for transparent and safe healthcare, and is committed to integrative fertility care. Collaborating closely with healthcare providers, she ensures comprehensive support for her patients and embodying a commitment to integrative care that empowers patients and enhances outcomes.
I visited this clinic for some time prior to getting pregnant and then during pregnancy. Amy was exceptional as were the other clinicians. They are all highly skilled and trained. I felt in safe hands. Nothing seemed to be a problem for them. I felt amazing after treatment, and it really helped me to relax during the pregnancy especially towards the end when things got uncomfortable. They go above and beyond to make you feel at ease. Highly recommended.
I initially went to try cosmetic acupuncture to improve my skin tone and hydration. After 10 sessions, which also focused on treating body points for overall well being, I was really happy with the result and I also found the process of treating the body to be so therapeutic as I'd been going through a difficult emotional time. The whole team are lovely and passionate about what they do.
Amy is extremely knowledgeable and caring and was able to help with my condition when other styles of treatment could not. She is professional and empathetic. Thank you Amy!
Great experience with my weekly appointments at the Alexandria clinic over the past few months. AnNi has been amazing with both fertility and pregnancy support - her customised treatments and advice have worked really well for me.
I went into this clinic (through a recommendation) for a shoulder issue that was causing me pain and discomfort. This was my first ever acupuncture appointment and I was pleasantly surprised with the experience, and I was happy with the results. My pain was alleviated after the first session and I am now able to sleep on my right side without discomfort. Annie was my practitioner- she is great - And all the other girls at the clinic are super friendly and helpful. Great experience all round.
We didn't realise when we began trying to conceive that it was the beginning of an eight year journey. Six years into that journey and finally it felt like the pieces of the puzzle were coming together. I was finally introduced to Jane Lyttleton, the fertility queen of acupuncture and along with Jane and the rest of our team of experts it was as if we had finally reached the pinnacle surrounded by a true A TEAM. The last 18 months were critical and we were finally blessed with a beautiful, healthy baby boy in October 2016. I can't thank Jane and her staff at the CBD Clinic enough.
