If you've recently been told you have low AMH or diminished ovarian reserve, you may be feeling overwhelmed. These terms often come up during fertility testing, and many people immediately worry that pregnancy is no longer possible. While low AMH and diminished...
If you are trying to conceive, you have probably realized that fertility is more complicated than most people expect. You may have started tracking your cycle, researching egg quality, preparing for IVF, or wondering whether stress, hormones, or underlying health...
You should consider seeing a fertility specialist after 12 months of trying to conceive if you are under 35, after six months if you are 35 or older, or sooner if you have irregular periods, recurrent pregnancy loss, or other fertility concerns. At City Pulse...
If you are trying to conceive, you may be wondering whether acupuncture has a place in your fertility journey. You might be trying naturally, preparing for IVF, managing a diagnosis like PCOS or low AMH, or simply looking for ways to support your reproductive health....
PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...
I specialize in fertility, women's health, and reproductive medicine. It shapes what I notice, what I ask about, and what I cannot stop thinking about when I am in a clinical setting. So when I spent ten days in Hangzhou, China last April observing some of the most...
This past April I traveled to Hangzhou, China for a ten-day TCM clinical training and retreat. It was my fourth visit to China and my third time studying there. I came home with 50 CEUs and a lot to think about clinically. What follows is a day by day account of what...
Many people are curious about acupuncture but are unsure when it is appropriate to seek care. Acupuncture is a core part of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is used to support a wide range of health concerns. It focuses on restoring balance within the body, improving...
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a condition that affects approximately 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, yet remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. If you're living with endometriosis, you already know the reality:...
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 who are...
T.J. Watt Injury Highlights Dry Needling Risks Pittsburgh Steelers star T.J. Watt recently required surgery for a collapsed lung after a dry needling session at the team's practice facility. While this type of complication is rare, it highlights an important...
Many people are surprised to learn that histamine, the same chemical involved in allergic reactions, can also affect reproductive health. For some, an intolerance to histamine may play a hidden role in hormone imbalance, irregular cycles, or unexplained fertility...
Understanding the Second Trimester and Why Support Matters The second trimester of pregnancy, spanning weeks 13 to 27, is often described as the most comfortable phase for many expectant mothers. The fatigue and nausea of early pregnancy tend to subside, while the...
Pregnancy changes everything. Your body shifts in ways you never imagined, emotions run deeper, and suddenly you're navigating a world of new sensations and concerns. At City Pulse Acupuncture, we've walked alongside countless expecting parents through this journey,...
When you're going through an IVF cycle, every step feels significant. The egg retrieval phase is particularly crucial, and many women are discovering that acupuncture can be a powerful ally during this fertility journey. Traditional Chinese Medicine has long...
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