ORANGE COUNTY WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH ACUPUNCTURE
Optimize Your Body for Conception Naturally
We support women who want to understand what's really happening with their cycles and optimize their body for conception, without just waiting and hoping and without settling for answers that don't actually help you get pregnant.
Despite It All, You’re STILL Not Pregnant
You've done the tests. Your doctor says everything looks fine. But month after month, you're still not pregnant. Maybe your cycles are irregular, or your PMS is getting worse, or you're just exhausted from the guessing game of when you're actually ovulating. Maybe your doctor runs more tests and calls it unexplained infertility. The recommendation is IVF, but there's no conversation about what might be suboptimal or how to improve your chances.
Here's what nobody tells you: "normal" lab results don't mean optimal for conception.
Your hormones might be fine for day-to-day life, but pregnancy requires more. Your lining might be adequate but not thick enough. Your AMH might be in range but on the lower end. Your ovulation might be happening, but too early or too late in your cycle.
And your doctor?
They don't have the time or capacity to dig into these details during your annual appointment. So you're left Googling, wondering if that supplement your friend recommended will actually help, and trying to decode what your body is telling you.
What If You Actually Understood Your Cycle?
Imagine knowing exactly when you ovulate. Not guessing with apps or strips, but actually understanding what your body is doing. Imagine your PMS symptoms giving you clues about your hormone balance instead of just being something you suffer through.
What if your "normal" labs could become optimal? What if you could:
✓ Regulate your cycle so ovulation happens more consistently and on time
✓Build up your uterine lining so it's thick and receptive
✓ Improve your egg quality naturally before you even start trying
✓Balance your hormones so conception is easier
The Research Backs What We See in Practice
Research shows that acupuncture improves pregnancy rates by increasing blood flow to your uterus and ovaries and helping your uterine lining develop the pattern that's best for conception.*
For 30+ years, we've helped women with "normal" but suboptimal labs conceive after we regulated their cycles, optimized their hormones, and prepared their bodies through acupuncture.
*Zhong Y, et al. Acupuncture in improving endometrial receptivity: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2019;19:61.
Fertility Acupuncture That Prepares Your Body for Conception
Our Fertility Acupuncture + Coaching services identify what's keeping you from conceiving so we can address it together - whether that's irregular ovulation, poor egg quality, hormonal imbalances, or inflammation affecting your reproductive system.
We make sure the foundational elements are in place: balanced hormones, healthy uterine environment, consistent ovulation, and optimal egg quality.
What You'll Get
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COMPREHENSIVE HORMONE & CYCLE ASSESSMENT
We review your relevant health history, menstrual patterns, lab results, and fertility timeline. You'll understand exactly what's happening with your cycle - what's working and what needs support
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PERSONALIZED ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT
Regular sessions tailored to your cycle phase. We time treatments to support ovulation, improve egg quality, build your uterine lining, and regulate hormones throughout your entire cycle.
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CUSTOM HERBAL MEDICINE PROTOCOLS
Our custom, traditional formulas are designed for your specific imbalances - whether that's regulating irregular cycles, improving egg quality, or addressing inflammation.
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LIFESTYLE AND NUTRITION GUIDANCE
Practical recommendations for diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes that support your fertility based on what your body needs.
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ONGOING CYCLE TRACKING AND ADJUSTMENTS
We monitor your progress and adjust treatments as your body responds, working toward optimal hormone levels and consistent ovulation.
How Long Does It Take?
It depends on your starting point. If your cycles are fairly regular and labs are close to optimal, you might need 2-3 months of preparation. If you're dealing with PCOS, poor egg quality, or significant hormonal imbalances, we typically recommend 3-6 months to properly prepare your body.
But here's what most women don't realize: You don't have to wait until the preparation phase is "complete" to try to conceive. Many of our patients continue trying while we're optimizing their bodies and some get positive pregnancy tests within their first cycle of treatment.
Even if pregnancy doesn't happen right away, most women notice changes relatively quickly. Your periods become more regular. PMS symptoms improve. You start seeing shifts in your labs. These are signs your body is responding and moving toward optimal fertility.
The full preparation timeline is about giving your body the best possible foundation. But this isn't a quick fix:
We're preparing your body for one of the most important things it will do.
Our Treatment Methods
ACUPUNCTURE
RED LIGHT THERAPY
CUSTOM HERBAL MEDICINE
NUTRITIONAL GUIDANCE
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
Real Pregnancies After Years of Trying
You could keep trying on your own…
…tracking ovulation, taking supplements you read about online, hoping this month is different. But without understanding what's actually keeping you from conceiving, you're just guessing.
You could jump straight to IVF. But if your body isn't properly prepared, you might need multiple cycles - and each one takes a toll physically, emotionally, and financially.
Or you could spend a few months preparing your body the right way - optimizing your hormones, improving egg quality, creating the healthiest environment for conception. Whether you conceive naturally or move forward with IVF, you'll have given your body the foundation it needs.
What's Included in Fertility Acupuncture + Coaching
✓ Initial comprehensive fertility assessment
✓ Personalized treatment plan based on your cycle, labs, and fertility goals
✓ Regular acupuncture sessions timed to your cycle phase
✓ Custom herbal medicine formulas
✓ Nutritional and lifestyle guidance
✓ Red light therapy sessions
✓ Ongoing cycle monitoring and treatment adjustments
✓ Email support between appointments for questions
Investment varies based on treatment frequency and duration.
Ready to Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy?
What Happens When You Support Your Body the Right Way
" I really appreciated how Dr. Lee approached everything from a holistic perspective. She not only treated me via acupuncture but talked through how to improve my overall health through proper nutrition, exercise, and through herbs."
— Former Patient
"After years of trying unsuccessfully, was considering IVF but decided to try acupuncture first. After seeing Dr. Patricia Lee for a few months, am so thrilled to have conceived naturally! She is so thoughtful and thorough and kind."
-Former Patient
"Within one month my cramps went away and my body started feeling normal again. After the second month of treatments, diet and herbs I felt my body was so much happier. And then after the third month I had the happiest news when I found out I was pregnant."
-Former Patient
Our Commitment to Your Care
We can't guarantee pregnancy - nobody can. What we can promise is personalized, evidence-based treatment that addresses your specific fertility challenges. If during your initial assessment we don't believe acupuncture is the right approach for your situation, we'll tell you honestly and help you explore other options.
Why Trust Us With Your Fertility Care
For over 30 years, our family practice has specialized in fertility acupuncture. Dr. Patricia Lee was trained by her father, Dr. Daniel Lee, who dedicated his career to helping women conceive. She combines that legacy with her deep understanding of Western reproductive medicine.
We understand REI protocols, can interpret your lab results, and know how to time treatments for maximum benefit. Small family practice, specialized expertise.
Our Fertility Services Are Right For You If:
✓ You're ready to potentially take 3-6 months to properly prepare your body before trying to conceive
✓ You want to understand what's really happening with your hormones and cycle instead of just tracking apps
✓ You're dealing with irregular cycles, PCOS, poor egg quality, or unexplained infertility
✓ You're willing to make lifestyle and dietary changes that support your fertility
✓ You want personalized care, not a one-size-fits-all protocol
This Might Not Be Right If:
✘ You're looking for a quick fix or guarantee of pregnancy
✘ You're not willing to commit to regular weekly appointments for at least 2-3 months
✘ You're only interested in insurance-covered treatments (we don't accept insurance)
✘ You're expecting to conceive this month and don't want to invest time in preparation
Common Questions About Fertility Acupuncture
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Yes, and most women do. We're supporting your natural cycle, not suppressing it. Some women conceive within their first month with us, others take longer as we address conditions like PCOS, amenorrhea, thyroid disorders, or endometriosis and optimize hormones.
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No, we don't accept insurance. This allows us to provide the personalized, unhurried care you need without insurance limitations. Upon request, we provide superbills you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.
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We'll create your treatment plan during your initial consultation based on your specific needs. Most patients come weekly during the preparation phase, with treatments timed to support different phases of your cycle. Once you're pregnant, we adjust frequency as needed.
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We have extensive experience treating both conditions. Treatment protocols are tailored to address your specific diagnosis and symptoms.
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Absolutely. Partners are welcome to attend the initial consultation, and we also treat male fertility issues. If your partner needs treatment, we'll schedule a separate consultation for them since men and women have different fertility factors that require different protocols.
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This prepares your body for conception - whether that's natural or through IVF. Many of our patients conceive naturally after preparation. Others use this to optimize their bodies before IVF, which can improve success rates and reduce the number of cycles needed.
Start Preparing Your Body the Right Way
Your "normal" labs deserve to be optimal. Your cycle deserves to be understood. Your body deserves the preparation it needs to conceive.
You could keep trying on your own, hoping something changes. Or you could spend the next few months intentionally preparing your body - regulating your cycle, improving egg quality, optimizing your hormones.
If you're ready to put an end to the fertility guesswork and start supporting your body through evidence-based acupuncture, schedule your consultation now.