Fertility & Preconception Support
Maybe you're thinking about starting a family…
Maybe you've just started thinking about pregnancy and want to make sure you're giving yourself the best possible foundation.
Maybe you've been trying for a while and things haven't happened as easily as you hoped.
Maybe you've had investigations, experienced pregnancy loss, been diagnosed with endometriosis or PMOS, or you're preparing for IVF and wondering what else you can do to support your health.
Wherever you are in your journey, welcome.
At Diamond Creek Natural Medicine Centre, we provide thoughtful, individualised fertility and preconception care. We take the time to understand your health history, your fertility journey, and the goals that matter most to you.
Our practitioners use acupuncture, Chinese medicine and naturopathy as part of an evidence-informed, collaborative approach to care, working alongside your GP, fertility specialist or IVF clinic where appropriate.
Fertility care
No two fertility journeys are the same.
Some people come to us before they start trying for a family. Others seek support after months or years of trying to conceive. Some are navigating IVF, recurrent pregnancy loss, hormonal conditions or fertility investigations and simply want a clearer understanding of what may support their health moving forward.
Our practitioners regularly support patients navigating:
Preconception care
Fertility optimisation
IVF and assisted reproductive treatment
Embryo transfer preparation
Recurrent miscarriage
PMOS (formerly PCOS)
Endometriosis
Adenomyosis
Irregular menstrual cycles
Male factor fertility
Hormonal and menstrual health concerns
Our role is not to replace your medical team. Our role is to provide personalised complementary care while helping you better understand your health and fertility journey.
Why patients choose us
Fertility care isn't just about treatment.
It's about feeling supported, informed and understood.
At DCNMC we take the time to understand:
Your health history
Your menstrual cycle and reproductive health
Previous fertility investigations
Pathology and specialist findings
Lifestyle and nutritional factors
Digestive health
Sleep and stress
Your treatment goals and concerns
We believe that good care starts with listening.
Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, we create an individualised plan that reflects your circumstances, preferences and stage of the journey..
Preparing for Pregnancy
Preconception care is an opportunity to support your health before pregnancy.
Your menstrual cycle, reproductive health, nutrition, sleep, stress levels, digestion, lifestyle and overall wellbeing may all form part of the conversation.
For some people, preparation begins months before trying to conceive. For others, support is sought later in the journey.
There is no single timeline that works for everyone.
Our aim is to help you understand your health more clearly and create a plan that feels appropriate for you.
Fertility support for women
Every fertility journey is different.
Some women seek support because their menstrual cycles have become irregular or unpredictable. Others have been diagnosed with endometriosis, adenomyosis or PMOS. Some have experienced pregnancy loss, while others are trying to understand why conception has not yet occurred.
Depending on your individual circumstances, support may include consideration of:
Irregular menstrual cycles
Ovulation concerns
PMOS (formerly known as PCOS)
Endometriosis
Adenomyosis
Menstrual and hormonal health
Preconception health
Nutritional considerations
Lifestyle factors
Digestive and metabolic health
Stress and emotional wellbeing
Fertility support for men
Fertility is a shared journey.
Male reproductive health plays an important role in conception, and many couples benefit from addressing the health of both partners during the preconception period.
At your consultation, we'll take the time to understand your health history, lifestyle, sleep, nutrition and overall wellbeing.
Where appropriate, we encourage medical assessment and fertility investigations through your GP or fertility specialist.
Fertility support alongside IVF
If you're preparing for IVF or undergoing assisted reproductive treatment, we can provide complementary care alongside your medical team.
Some patients begin care before starting IVF.
Others seek support:
During stimulation
Between IVF cycles
Prior to embryo transfer
Following embryo transfer
During early pregnancy
Our practitioners regularly work alongside fertility specialists and IVF clinics.
Acupuncture, Chinese medicine and naturopathy may be incorporated according to your individual circumstances, medical treatment plan and preferences.
Your fertility specialist remains central to your care. Our role is to provide another layer of personalised support while you move through the process.
Looking for more detailed information? Visit our IVF Support page.
How we may support your care
Acupuncture & Chinese medicine
Chinese medicine takes a highly individualised approach to fertility care.
While two people may share the same diagnosis, such as endometriosis, PMOS, unexplained infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss, they may present very differently from a Chinese medicine perspective.
During your consultation, we consider your symptoms, menstrual cycle, fertility history, general health, sleep, digestion, energy, emotional wellbeing and relevant pathology or medical investigations.
Using traditional Chinese medicine differential diagnosis, we identify the underlying patterns that may be contributing to your presentation.
For example, a woman with endometriosis may present with patterns such as:
Liver Qi stagnation
Blood stasis
Cold in the uterus
Kidney deficiency
Chong and Ren disharmony
while another woman with the same diagnosis may present with a completely different pattern picture.
This individualised assessment guides treatment recommendations and helps us develop an approach that reflects your unique circumstances rather than simply treating a diagnosis.
Naturopathy
Naturopathic care may incorporate nutritional, lifestyle and wellbeing support according to your individual needs.
This may include consideration of:
Nutrition
Nutrient status
Digestive health
Sleep
Stress
Lifestyle factors
Relevant pathology findings
Where appropriate, your practitioner may work alongside recommendations provided by your medical team.
Remedial & Pregnancy Massage
Massage may form part of your broader care plan where appropriate.
Pregnancy massage is also available for women seeking safe, supportive bodywork during pregnancy.
Frequently asked questions
Can acupuncture support fertility?
Acupuncture may form part of an individualised fertility or preconception care plan. Whether it is appropriate for you depends on your circumstances, health history and any fertility treatment you may be receiving.
Your practitioner can discuss the potential role of acupuncture during your consultation.
Can I have acupuncture while undergoing IVF?
Acupuncture may be incorporated into supportive care during an IVF journey, depending on your individual circumstances and treatment plan.
We encourage you to keep your fertility specialist informed about any complementary care you are receiving.
For more information, see our IVF Support page.
Do you support male fertility?
Yes. Fertility is a shared journey, and we provide consultations for men as well as women.
Your practitioner can discuss general health, nutrition, lifestyle and other factors relevant to your individual circumstances, while recommending appropriate medical assessment where required.
What is PMOS?
PMOS stands for Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, the new name for the condition previously known as PCOS.
If you have previously been diagnosed with PCOS, you may see both terms used during the transition to the new terminology.
Can I see you before starting IVF?
Yes. Some people choose to seek preconception or supportive care before beginning IVF.
Your practitioner can discuss your health history, goals and treatment plan and help determine what type of complementary care may be appropriate for you.
How early should I start preparing for pregnancy?
There is no single starting point that is right for everyone.
If you're considering pregnancy, a preconception consultation can be an opportunity to review your health, discuss your goals and identify areas where individualised support may be useful.
Your fertility journey is yours
Fertility can bring excitement, uncertainty, hope and sometimes a lot of questions.
You don't have to navigate it alone.
At Diamond Creek Natural Medicine Centre, we take the time to understand where you are now, what you've been through and what support you're looking for.
Not sure where to start? Book a 15-minute discovery call.
We'd love to meet you.