IVF Support: 3-Phase TCM + IVF Plan

At our clinic, we support your IVF journey with a comprehensive 3-Phase TCM + IVF Plan that harmonises Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with Western fertility treatments. Our approach aims to optimise each stage of IVF—from preparation to implantation—by using tailored acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary therapy, and mind-body guidance.

Phase 1: Pre-IVF Preparation (Ideally begins 3 months before ovarian stimulation)

Goals:

• Nourish Kidney Jing and Blood → Enhances Egg Quality

• Regulate menstrual cycle, smooth Liver Qi → Regulates Hormonal Balance

• Strengthen Spleen and harmonise digestion → Improves Uterine and Ovarian Function

• Calm the Shen (spirit) → Reduces Stress and Enhances Emotional Wellbeing

TCM Methods:

• Customised herbal medicine to support constitutional deficiencies and regulate menstruation

• Regular acupuncture sessions to improve blood flow, reduce stagnation, and calm the nervous system

Diet (TCM-based):

• Emphasise warm, nourishing foods like bone broth, congee, steamed greens

• Avoid cold/raw foods and excess sugar to support Spleen and Kidney

• Include blood-nourishing foods: black sesame, dates, goji berries, eggs, dark leafy greens

Lifestyle & Mind-Body:

• Prioritise restorative sleep (before 11 PM)

• Engage in gentle movement: tai chi, qi gong, walking

• Stress-reducing practices: journaling, meditation, breath-work

Phase 2: During IVF Cycle (From stimulation to embryo transfer)

Goals:

• Support ovarian response → Improves Egg Quality & Regulates Hormonal Balance

• Promote optimal uterine lining → Improves Endometrial Thickness/Receptivity

• Manage stress and mood fluctuations → Enhances Emotional Wellbeing

• Support detox pathways → Helps with Side Effects of IVF Medication

TCM Methods:

• Acupuncture timed with IVF milestones (e.g., stimulation start, retrieval, transfer)

• Gentle herbal support (when not contraindicated) to maintain Qi and Blood flow

Special Notice:

• Herbs may be paused during stimulation based on your reproductive specialist's guidance

• Acupuncture should be synchronised with medical appointments for best results

Diet (TCM-based):

• Continue warming and nourishing foods to support Yang and Blood

• Include foods that build Qi and Yin: millet, lean meats, pumpkin, spinach

• Minimise dairy, caffeine, and processed foods

Lifestyle & Mind-Body:

• Emotional support is crucial—consider fertility coaching or support groups

• Reduce travel and strenuous activity, especially near egg retrieval and transfer

• Prioritise quiet, calm environments to cultivate inner peace

Phase 3: Post-Transfer (2-week wait and early pregnancy support)

Goals:

• Anchor the embryo → Supports Implantation and Endometrial Receptivity

• Calm the Shen → Reduces Stress and Enhances Emotional Wellbeing

• Strengthen immunity appropriately → Reduces Risk of Immune Rejection

• Support early development → Addresses Risk of Chromosomal Instability

TCM Methods:

• Gentle acupuncture to support implantation and emotional stability

• Herbal medicine may be introduced or modified depending on pregnancy status

Diet (TCM-based):

• Continue warm, easily digestible foods: soups, stews, root vegetables

• Avoid raw, greasy, and excessively spicy foods

• Focus on grounding, blood-building foods: beets, eggs, lamb, sweet potatoes

Lifestyle & Mind-Body:

• Rest is vital—gentle walking only, avoid lifting or overexertion

• Avoid emotional extremes, overstimulation, and late nights

• Visualisation, positive affirmations, and mindfulness practices

Tracking Progress:Knowing Your Plan Is Working

We believe in empowering you with insights, clarity, and confidence throughout your fertility journey. Our TCM + IVF Plan includes ongoing progress tracking so you can see how your body and mind are responding.

What We Monitor

• Cycle Health: Regularity, ovulation signs, BBT patterns

• Emotional & Physical Wellbeing: Sleep, digestion, mood, energy

• IVF Milestones: Follicle growth, hormone levels, lining thickness, embryo quality

• TCM Signs: Pulse, tongue, body warmth(especially hands/feet), stress markers

Signs of Positive Progress

• More regular, pain-free cycles

• Improved sleep, digestion, and mood

• Better follicle and endometrial response during IVF

• Increased calm and emotional stability

Personalised Reviews 

• At key points in your IVF journey, we’ll review your progress together:

• After your first 4–6 weeks of treatment

• Before starting IVF stimulation

• Just before and after embryo transfer

• During the 2-week wait

Your Journey, Holistically Supported

Each IVF journey is unique. Our TCM + IVF Plan is designed to walk beside you with compassion, evidence-informed strategies, and a deep respect for both Eastern and Western healing systems.

Contact us today to schedule your personalised IVF support consultation.