August 7, 2023 · 1 min
Acupuncture for Labor & Delivery
By Dr. Shanna Hudgin

Pre-Birth Acupuncture Series
Acupuncture is beneficial for supporting both mother and baby for childbirth. Towards the end of pregnancy, acupuncture can help:
- Prepare the cervix and pelvic floor to relax and soften for labor
Prepare the cervix and pelvic floor to relax and soften for labor
- Reduce labor times
Reduce labor times
- Keep mom calm, grounded, and relaxed
Keep mom calm, grounded, and relaxed
- Redirect malposition of the baby, if needed
Redirect malposition of the baby, if needed
Pre-birth acupuncture is a series of weekly treatments that begin around week 32. These sessions include discussion on ways to reduce labor pains naturally and minimize the need for unwanted medical intervention.


