How to Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy Before Trying to Conceive

by Tracey Ulrich | Mar 3, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs

Preparing for a healthy pregnancy is not only about timing. It is also about creating a steady foundation for hormone balance, ovulation, healthy egg quality, and overall resilience. A thoughtful preconception plan can support your menstrual cycle, reduce stress load,...

What Can You Expect at Your First Acupuncture Appointment?

by Tracey Ulrich | Feb 27, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs

If you’re new to acupuncture, it’s natural to have questions. Many people are curious about what acupuncture feels like, how it works, and whether it can truly make a difference in their health. At City Pulse Acupuncture in Oakland, we often meet patients...

Lunar New Year Traditions for Fertility: Welcoming Renewal and Growth

by Tracey Ulrich | Feb 11, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs

Lunar New Year celebrations offer a beautiful opportunity to embrace traditions that honor fertility, renewal, and family growth. Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply hoping to invite abundance into your life, these time-honored practices provide...

Women’s Acupuncture: How Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Support Women’s Health at Every Stage of Life?

by Tracey Ulrich | Jan 15, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs, Uncategorized

Women’s acupuncture is a core part of care at City Pulse Acupuncture. Using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), treatment focuses on hormonal balance, circulation, nervous system regulation, and whole body wellness. Care is personalized and adapts to each phase of...

How Moxibustion Supports Reproductive Health

by Tracey Ulrich | Jan 2, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs

Moxibustion, a Traditional Chinese Medicine therapy, applies gentle heat from a burning mugwort stick to specific acupuncture points. At City Pulse Acupuncture in Oakland, this therapy is often included as part of a personalized plan for fertility acupuncture....