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 have seen our TCM Costco Edit on Instagram, you know that a Costco trip can look very different through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We found seven products worth discussing: fish maw, bird’s nest, konjac jelly, braised abalone, chestnuts, dried...
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...
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...
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...
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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