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Your Fertility & Wellness Partner in San Francisco
Founded in 2006, Nest Acupuncture is a holistic women's health center dedicated to integrative care. Our team of licensed acupuncturists and specialists combines East Asian Medicine with Western practices to address fertility, pregnancy, and reproductive wellness. With over 15 years of experience in reproductive medicine, our practitioners hold advanced certifications including FABORM and ABORM standards. We provide personalized treatment plans incorporating acupuncture, herbal medicine, and functional nutrition to restore balance and optimize health.Our approach emphasizes patient education, evidence-based care, and collaboration with Western medical professionals. We maintain continuous quality assurance through partnerships with leading fertility clinics and ongoing postgraduate training. Our commitment to transparency and patient-centered care has earned recognition from both clients and healthcare partners.
Services
Fertility Acupuncture
Pregnancy Care
Postpartum Support
Herbal Medicine
Functional Nutrition
Labor Encouragement
Teen Wellness
Breech Baby Treatment
LED Light Therapy
Cupping Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Integrative approach combining Eastern and Western medicine
- FABORM-certified practitioners specializing in reproductive medicine
- Personalized treatment plans for each fertility stage
- Advanced training in both acupuncture and functional nutrition
- Proven success with thousands of successful pregnancies
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (FABORM)
What people say
Lifelong healing journey
Nurturing environment
Gentle practitioners
Successful pregnancies
Compassionate experts
Services
Fertility Acupuncture
Specialized acupuncture protocols improve reproductive health by enhancing ovarian function, regulating hormones, and increasing uterine blood flow. Combines traditional techniques with Western medical insights for optimal fertility outcomes. Proven effective for conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and unexplained infertility.
Pregnancy Care
Comprehensive acupuncture treatments throughout pregnancy address common concerns like morning sickness, back pain, and breech presentation. Scientifically supported to reduce miscarriage risk and improve birth outcomes. Includes third-trimester labor preparation protocols.
Postpartum Recovery
Holistic treatments restore hormonal balance and physical strength after childbirth. Addresses postpartum depression, lactation issues, and surgical recovery. Combines acupuncture with personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance for complete healing.
Functional Medicine
Advanced diagnostic testing identifies hormonal imbalances affecting fertility. Integrates salivary and blood tests with traditional diagnostics to create targeted treatment plans addressing adrenal fatigue, thyroid issues, and metabolic disorders.
Teen Wellness
Gentle acupuncture and herbal treatments address menstrual irregularities, acne, and stress-related conditions in teens. Combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern nutritional approaches to support healthy development and hormonal balance.
People
Sara Stieg
Founder | Acupuncturist
FABORM-certified fertility specialist with 15+ years' experience. Developed acupuncture programs for leading Bay Area fertility clinics. Combines Western medical collaboration with traditional Chinese medicine expertise.
Teresa Rivera
Clinical Director
Master's trained acupuncturist specializing in women's health. Interned at top San Francisco medical centers. Integrates essential oils and healing stones into patient-centered fertility treatments.
Jessica Chimento
Acupuncturist
Doctorate holder in Chinese Medicine with focus on women's health. Combines family tradition of herbal healing with formal training from top acupuncture colleges.
Sheila Shahmirza
Acupuncturist
Bay Area native with expertise in migraine treatment and women's health. Uses integrated Chinese medicine techniques including cupping and herbal therapy for comprehensive care.
Zo Brown
Acupuncturist
Reiki-certified practitioner trained in craniosacral therapy. Specializes in hormonal health and emotional wellness using multi-modal treatment approaches for modern fertility challenges.
Questions
What fertility treatments do you offer?
We provide acupuncture protocols for fertility optimization, including follicle support, implantation enhancement, and male factor improvements. Our treatments integrate with ART procedures like IVF.
Do you offer pregnancy support?
Yes, we offer comprehensive acupuncture care throughout pregnancy, including morning sickness relief, breech presentation correction, and labor preparation protocols starting at week 34.
What's included in the initial consultation?
New patients receive 45-60 minutes of health history assessment, TCM diagnostics, and personalized treatment planning via telemedicine, followed by in-office treatments as needed.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbill documentation for out-of-network benefits verification. Check with your provider about acupuncture and wellness service coverage.
Are virtual consultations available?
Yes, all new patient consultations occur via telemedicine. Follow-up visits and some treatment plans can be managed virtually, with in-office appointments as needed.
What payment options exist?
We accept major credit cards, cash, checks, and HSA payments. Gift certificates available for treatment packages and diagnostic tests.
