Fertility & Pregnancy Acupuncture in WESTMEAD

Welcome to the Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic – WESTMEAD, your trusted destination for fertility support, IVF acupuncture, pregnancy care, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Located close to IVF Australia Westmead, Westmead Fertility Centre,  including Genea, Adora Fertility,  Monash IVF  and The Fertility centre Liverpool IVF. Our clinic is well-positioned to support patients across Inner West and Western suburbs of Sydney. We’re a short walk from Westmead train station and light rail service with free street parking in Queens rd.

We’re also within convenient reach of hospitals that offer obstetric and midwifery services, including Westmead Hospital and Westmead Private Hospital and birthing centre—making it easier to integrate your care before, during, and after pregnancy.

Since 2008, our team of AHPRA-registered, degree-qualified Chinese Medicine doctors—both acupuncturists and herbalists—has supported thousands of individuals and couples on their reproductive journey. Whether you’re preparing for IVF, trying to conceive naturally, currently pregnant, or navigating postpartum recovery, we offer integrative and evidence-informed care in a welcoming and calm clinical space.

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Why Choose WESTMEAD Pregnancy Clinic and IVF Support Clinc?

• Founded by Dr Jane Lyttleton, internationally renowned practitioner, educator, and author of Treatment of Infertility with Chinese Medicine awarded internationally as ‘Pioneer in Integrative Fertility ‘ Published author on research on IVF acupuncture.
• Australia’s first IVF-integrated Chinese Medicine clinic
• Led by Dr Amy Forth (TCM), Clinical Director of Alexandria and Managing Director of the APC Group, with over 18 years’ experience. Amy has published research in integrative healthcare and has also been involved in clinical trials investigating the use of acupuncture for IVF, PCOS, and endometriosis.
• Collaborative care model, with onsite access to prenatal and pregnancy counselling, pregnancy massage therapy and prenatal Yoga.
• On-call embryo transfer acupuncture service in coordination with Sydney IVF clinics schedule.
• LGBTQIA+ inclusive and trauma-informed clinic culture.
• Warm, quiet and gentle light-filled treatment rooms with an immediately calming effect on the mind.

Our Clinical Services:

At Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic – Westmead we offer a comprehensive range of services to support your reproductive and general wellbeing:

• IVF acupuncture through all phases of IVF from IVF preparation, IVF stimulation, egg collection, pre and post embryo transfer, and two-week wait implantation support.
• On-call embryo transfer acupuncture
• Fertility acupuncture for natural conception and hormonal balance
• Pregnancy acupuncture for morning sickness, fatigue, reflux, and pelvic pain
• Birth preparation and induction acupuncture from 36 weeks
• Postpartum acupuncturefor energy, lactation, mood and post
• Caesarean scar care
• Menstrual & hormonal acupuncture (e.g. for endometriosis, PCOS, irregular periods)
• Musculoskeletal and pain management acupuncture
• Chinese Herbal Medicine consultations
• Electroacupuncture, low-level laser therapy, cupping, and moxibustion
• Moxa Protocol treatments for Breech presentations

 

Conditions We Support:

Fertility & IVF-Related Conditions

• IVF cycle support (including pre- and post-embryo transfer)
• Natural conception and ovulation acupuncture
• Luteal phase support and implantation care
• Male fertility and sperm health
• Unexplained infertility and immune-related fertility concerns

Male Fertility Support

We offer tailored acupuncture and herbal care for male reproductive health and sperm health. 

Pregnancy & Postnatal Support

• Nausea in pregnancy, sleep disturbances, constipation, and reflux
• Pelvic girdle pain, back pain, breech positioning
• Labour preparation and induction acupuncture
• Post-birth recovery, mood regulation, and milk supply
• Mum care for Mums and parents from birth and beyond

Hormonal & Menstrual Health

• Endometriosis, Adenomyosis
• Pelvic Pain, period pain (dysmenorrhoea)
• PCOS and hormonal imbalance
• Acne, melasma, rosacea and skin issues linked to hormones
• Menopause, perimenopause, and PMS

General & Musculoskeletal Care

• Neck, shoulder, and lower back pain
• Joint inflammation, arthritis, and soft tissue injuries
• Chronic fatigue, low immunity, Bell’s palsy, and stress

What to Expect When You Work with Us

Our approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a passionate commitment to supporting patients through every step of their reproductive and hormonal health journey. Whether you’re preparing for IVF, managing PCOS, navigating menopause, or seeking birth preparation, our consultations are designed to meet you with warmth and professionalism.

At your first appointment, your practitioner will conduct a comprehensive intake that explores your full health picture—including menstrual history, digestive health, emotional wellbeing, pathology reports, and fertility testing where relevant. You’re welcome to share recent blood tests or imaging before your appointment so the practitioner can review and analyse these before your consultation. We often write referral letters or updates to your GP, IVF doctor, or specialist to help coordinate your care, with your consent.

Using Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis, including pulse and tongue examination, we create a personalised plan that includes acupuncture, where appropriate electro acupuncture, Laser Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, supplements, dietary therapy and lifestyle support. Our clinic is known for its integrative care style, combining evidence-informed Chinese Medicine with a collaborative approach that values open communication with your broader medical team.

You can read more about our intake process in this blog on what to expect at your Chinese Medicine appointment.

Our Products & Herbal Dispensary

We offer a curated range of practitioner-prescribed herbal formulas and supportive wellness products:

• Chinese herbal medicinefor fertility, pregnancy, and hormonal health
• Practitioner – only nutritional supplements
• Raspberry leaf tea for birth preparation
• Postpartum recovery teas and breastfeeding support teas
• Electroacupuncture, low-level laser therapy, cupping, and moxibustion

Integrated TCM Support Across Sydney

Our clinic collaborates closely with IVF specialists, GPs, and allied health professionals to deliver seamless, patient-centred care. Whether you’re based super close in Westmead, Parramatta, Wentworthville, Merrylands, Newtown, or anywhere in the broader Western Sydney area.

Meet Our Founder

Dr Jane Lyttleton is a global leader in Chinese Medicine and reproductive health, with decades of experience and influence in IVF collaboration, clinical research, and practitioner training.

An industry leader that 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.

Visit Our Westmead Clinic

Clinic Schedule

MON 12 – 7 Jacky Ng

TUES 12 – 7 Donna Pillay (Sage Andreasen locum from 14th July -5th August)

WED 17 – 7 Jacky Ng

THURS 12 – 7 Donna Pillay (closed Thursday mid July – early August )

FRIDAY 12 – 7 Amber Pickering 

SAT 9 – 2  Donna Pillay (Sage Andreasen locum from 14th July – 5th August)

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** We are near the Westmead Innovation Quarter 

Fees

Fees and appointments

Ready to Book?

We’d love to support your fertility, pregnancy, or wellness journey. Book your consultation at the Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic –Westmead today.

With clinics in Sydney CBD, Westmead in Western Sydney, Alexandria in the inner East and Mornington Victoria, and Melbourne in East Melbourne, the Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic offers compassionate, integrative care for:

• IVF acupuncture and fertility support
• Pregnancy acupuncture and postpartum care
• Reproductive and hormonal health
• Chinese herbal medicine and practitioner-only products

Book your consultation or get in touch with our friendly team to learn more.

Meet our Practitioners

Donna Pillay
Director
Bachelor of Health Science – TCM [UTS]
AACMA 2464 CMR 1712196

Donna has always greatly appreciated working in the Traditional Chinese Medicine world because she finds that it profoundly supports patients alongside Modern Medicine.

Her fascination with TCM started in her early twenties. One of her friends recommended seeing an Acupuncturist for severe PMS and tension headaches. The relief TCM provided was so significant that as soon as she completed her Arts degree she immediately enrolled to study a Bachelor of Science TCM degree at UTS.

Since completing her Degree in 2008 Donna has mainly focussed her skills in the areas of Women’s Health and all aspects of Fertility.

She also has a deep commitment to meditation and the benefits this can bring to patients and the planet.

Amber Pickering
Bachelor of Health Science -TCM [UTS]
AACMA 3905 CMR 2102550

Amber graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science in TCM in 2014. The same year she completed an internship at a Beijing Hospital.
Amber has an established Chinese medicine clinic on the South Coast. She is passionate about how Chinese and Western Medicines can work together in treating many ailments and provide optimal care and results.

Amber is both knowledgeable and personable, with a strong commitment to continue learning and developing her practitioner skills.

Jacky Ng
Bachelor of Health Science -TCM [UTS]
AACMA 4295 APHRA CMR 2755102

Jacky recently graduated from her TCM studies at the University of Technology, Sydney.
She is a passionate advocate for Holistic Health and Wellness, with a particular interest in Womens Health and Sports Health. In addition to helping patients achieve optimal health she also offers Facial Rejuvenation treatments.

Jackys’ approach to Acupuncture is deeply rooted in all aspects of personalised care.

She have developed her skills in the areas of fertility, pregnancy care and women’s health.

Brittany Kelly
Massage Therapist (ATMS) Yoga Teacher (TCTMSY)

Social Worker/Counsellor (MAASW)

Brittany is a Social Worker, Counsellor, Yoga Teacher and Remedial Massage Therapist. She works Holistically and is very passionate about the work she does.

Brittany is particularly dedicated to Women’s Health, and has supported women for a decade through these various roles. Her experience as a Counsellor includes supporting women through depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, pregnancy support, grief and loss.

The Massage Brittany offers is focused around holding a safe space to support the nervous system. A place created to engage your senses, enable you to slow down, to drop into the full experience and be nurtured. She has expertise in Pregnancy, Postpartum, Relaxation and Remedial Massage modalities.

Sage Andreasen

AACMA 2460

AHPRA CMR0001717356

Sage worked the day when our original CBD IVF Support Clinic opened on 08/08/2008 and continued to work at all our Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinics over the years, only leaving to move to Qld a few years ago.

Having worked in Clinic and Infertility IVF focused clinics for over 16 years she has gained extensive experience in being able to guide, nourish and safely give Acupuncture for complex and simple IVF and fertility cases, birth preparation, postpartum care, hormonal gut and other imbalances.

She also has in-depth knowledge and experience in supporting Cancer Patients through their treatment and Palliative care. Her approach to wellness and health is to help restore balance, serenity and function to areas of your body that might be sluggish, struggling and out of balance in other ways.

She is lively, compassionate, loving and deeply committed to helping people achieve optimal health and wellness.

You can read more about Sage via her Qld clinic website: Perm Acupuncture Clinic