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Fertility Acupuncture in Toronto

In Toronto's Leslieville — supporting conception, IVF, IUI and hormonal balance since 2012.

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Fertility support should feel grounding - not overwhelming

There is already so much pressure surrounding fertility.

 

At kāer, fertility acupuncture is designed to support not only hormone balance and reproductive health, but also the nervous system, stress load, and emotional experience of trying to conceive.

 

kāer (formerly Yoga Mamas) was established in 2012 and has supported thousands of pregnancies and families in Leslieville, the east end, and across Toronto.

 

Whether you are trying naturally or navigating IVF or IUI, our goal is to create care that feels calming, supportive, and integrated into your life.

 

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How Fertility Acupuncture Works

Fertility acupuncture supports reproductive health by helping regulate the nervous system, circulation, hormone balance, and overall wellbeing throughout the conception journey.

 

Many patients searching for acupuncture for fertility in Toronto come to kāer.

 

Fertility acupuncture is often used to support:

 

  • preconception care
  • cycle regulation
  • ovulation support
  • stress and nervous system health
  • IVF and IUI preparation
  • implantation support
  • pregnancy wellbeing

 

Care is always individualized.

 

Your treatment plan may shift throughout your cycle depending on your symptoms, fertility timeline, hormone patterns, and treatment goals.

 

Many women begin fertility acupuncture several months before trying to conceive, while others seek support alongside active fertility treatment such as IVF or IUI.

 

When appropriate, acupuncture care can also be coordinated with fertility naturopathic medicine as part of kāer’s integrated fertility pathway.

Coordinated Fertility Support at kāer

Fertility care is rarely just one appointment or one modality.

 

At kāer, fertility acupuncture exists within a broader ecosystem of women’s health and restorative care designed to support the whole person throughout the conception journey.

 

Depending on your goals and needs, fertility support at kāer may include:

 

 

When appropriate, our Leslieville practitioners collaborate to create a more integrated experience of care – helping women feel more supported, connected, and guided through each stage of treatment and preparation.

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Toronto Fertility Acupuncture Alongside IUI

Many women choose fertility acupuncture as part of their intrauterine insemination (IUI) journey to support ovarian stimulation overall wellbeing throughout treatment.

 

At kāer, acupuncture for IUI can help support:

 

  • hormone balance
  • circulation and blood flow
  • nervous system regulation
  • stress and emotional wellbeing
  • sleep quality
  • overall reproductive health

 

Acupuncture timing may be coordinated around:

 

  • stimulation cycles
  • implantation support
  • recovery between cycles

 

Care is always personalized based on your treatment timeline, symptoms, goals, and fertility clinic recommendations.

 

Some women begin acupuncture while preparing for IUI, while others incorporate treatment during active cycles or between rounds of care.

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Fertility Acupuncture for IVF in Toronto

Acupuncture for In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) at kāer is integrated with your fertility clinic care.

 

Appointments are designed to feel calm, supportive, and restorative – while also aligning with your reproductive health goals and any active fertility treatment you are navigating.

 

Depending on your fertility clinic treatment, acupuncture for IVF may support:

 

  • improved IVF success rates
  • IVF timing support
  • ovarian function
  • circulation and blood flow
  • embryo transfer implantation
  • hormone balance
  • stress and nervous system health
  • sleep quality

 

Many women undergoing fertility clinic treatments in Toronto describe acupuncture at kāer as one of the few spaces during the fertility process where they are able to fully slow down, regulate, and feel cared for.

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When Should I Start Fertility Acupuncture?

Acupuncture for conception focuses on the months leading up to trying to conceive. Many women begin fertility acupuncture approximately three months before trying to conceive, beginning IVF or IUI, or preparing for pregnancy.

 

This timing aligns with the maturation cycle of eggs and sperm and allows time to support:

 

  • hormone balance
  • circulation and blood flow
  • sleep quality
  • stress regulation
  • nervous system health
  • overall reproductive wellbeing

 

Some women begin acupuncture while proactively preparing for pregnancy, while others seek support during active fertility treatment or between IVF cycles.

 

kāer is the only clinic in Leslieville offering fertility acupuncture 7 days a week with morning and evening appointments. 

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Fertility Support for Both Partners

Fertility is often a shared experience, and both partners may benefit from supportive care throughout the conception journey.

 

Fertility acupuncture can support overall reproductive health, stress regulation, sleep, hormone balance, and nervous system wellbeing for both individuals.

 

For male partners, care may also focus on:

 

  • stress and recovery
  • sleep quality
  • overall reproductive wellness
  • circulation and metabolic health
  • lifestyle factors that influence fertility
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Acupuncture for PCOS and Irregular Cycles

For women living with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) or other forms of irregular cycles, acupuncture for fertility can be a meaningful part of a broader care plan.

 

PCOS affects ovulation, hormone balance, and how the body responds to insulin — all of which influence cycle regularity and fertility.

 

Many women come to kāer’s Toronto clinic looking for gentle, supportive care that complements the medical approach they may already be pursuing with their fertility doctor or naturopathic doctor.

How fertility acupuncture may support PCOS and irregular cycles

  • Cycle regulation and ovulation support
  • Hormone balance — including LH, FSH, and androgen signaling
  • Insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation
  • Stress and nervous system regulation
  • Sleep, inflammation, and metabolic health

There is no single protocol for PCOS — every cycle, every body, and every fertility journey is different.

 

At our Leslieville clinic in East Toronto, your acupuncturist will tailor your treatment plan to your specific symptoms, history, and goals — whether that’s regulating a cycle, supporting acupuncture for conception, or preparing alongside IVF or IUI.

Acupuncture for Endometriosis

Endometriosis can affect every part of wellbeing — from menstrual pain and pelvic discomfort to fertility, energy, and daily quality of life.

 

While fertility acupuncture is not a treatment for endometriosis itself, it can be a supportive part of a broader plan focused on calming the nervous system, regulating inflammation, and supporting reproductive wellbeing.

 

Many women living with endometriosis come to kāer’s fertility acupuncture clinic in Toronto seeking gentle, individualized support –  particularly when they are trying to conceive, preparing for IVF or IUI, or simply looking to feel more comfortable through their cycle.

How fertility acupuncture may support women with endometriosis

  • Menstrual pain and pelvic discomfort
  • Inflammation and immune regulation
  • Stress, nervous system regulation, and cortisol balance
  • Sleep, fatigue, and overall energy
  • Fertility preparation and cycle regulation

Your acupuncturist will tailor each session to your symptoms, cycle phase, and treatment goals — and your plan can adapt over time as your body responds.

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Registered Acupuncturist

April Kowaleski

April Kowaleski, R.Ac

April is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO).

She started her journey in health care 35 years ago as a pharmacy technician at the Hospital for Sick Children. When she started having children of her own, her focused changed to natural health and she became a holistic nutritionist. After having children, April fell in love with the birth process and turned her focus to working as a birth and postpartum doula, supporting families through this wonderful but sometimes challenging stage of life. She worked as a doula for 15 years, and at this point, decided to study Acupuncture. She had witnessed many times the power of Acupressure points during labour and decided to make this medicine the next step in her journey in health care.

April uses her experience and education to help people move through the many stages of life. She can treat both mental and physical aliments to help create balance and good health in the body.

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Tomoyo Furusho

Tomoyo Furusho, R.TCMP, R.Ac

Tomoyo is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Registered Acupuncturist under the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO). She believes a holistic approach is key to achieving optimal health at any stage of life.

After earning her diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition, her passion for holistic health led her to study Traditional Chinese Medicine. She completed a Diploma in Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Tomoyo's personal journey has inspired her to focus on women’s health, particularly reproductive, prenatal, and postnatal care, utilizing a holistic approach.

Her goal is to help people become familiar with Traditional Chinese Medicine and enjoy the benefits of its ancient wisdom.

Services available in English and Japanese.

Registered Acupuncturist in Toronto

Paola Borges

Paola Borges, R.Ac

Paola is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO). She originally trained and practiced as a Medical Doctor in Brazil, driven by a deep passion for healthcare and a desire to help others. After working for two years as a general practitioner, Paola moved to Canada in 2019 and transitioned to a career in acupuncture. She was inspired by the remarkable results she observed in her patients' healing processes through acupuncture.

Paola combines her extensive Western medical knowledge with the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine to provide holistic support for health and well-being. Her particular focus is on women's health, a passion that deepened when she became a mother and personally experienced the emotional and physical challenges of perinatal and reproductive health. Paola is dedicated to supporting women throughout their perinatal and reproductive journeys, offering compassionate and knowledgeable care. She values the stories and experiences of her patients and enjoys building meaningful connections with them.

Services available in English and Portuguese.

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Dr. Aida Martinez

Dr. Aida Martinez, Naturopathic Doctor

Registered Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Aida Martinez works out of the kāer Wellness Clinic offering Naturopathic Care for adults, babies and children. As part of her care she also provides acupuncture treatments and intramuscular vitamin injections. Dr. Aida also provides online daytime and evening appointments.

After completing a Bachelor of Science from the University of Manitoba, Dr. Aida's love and fascination of natural methods of supporting the human body's innate healing potential grew, which led her to her training in homeopathic medicine.A few years later, she aspired to expand her knowledge in modern and traditional forms of medicine and became a Naturopathic Doctor in 2014. She uses a less-is-more approach to her care plans for her patients and strives to create a non-judgemental and collaborative relationships with them.

She is very results-focused and blends a combination of acupuncture, herbs, homeopathic remedies, nutrition, supplements, vitamin injections and lifestyle guidance to achieve this.

With over 15 years of clinical experience and having experienced the magnificence of pregnancy and birthing, the heartbreak of pregnancy loss and the wonderful journey of raising children, she brings a wholehearted approach to the world of pediatrics, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does fertility acupuncture help support IVF and IUI?

Many women use fertility acupuncture alongside IVF and IUI to support overall wellbeing, stress regulation, circulation, hormone balance, and nervous system health throughout treatment cycles.

Treatment frequency depends on your cycle, symptoms, fertility goals, and whether you are trying to conceive naturally or alongside IVF or IUI.

 

Your acupuncturist will recommend a treatment plan based on your individual needs.

Fertility acupuncture is often used as part of a broader fertility support plan focused on circulation, hormone balance, stress regulation, sleep, and overall reproductive health.

Many extended health benefit plans include acupuncture coverage. We recommend checking directly with your provider for details regarding your individual plan.

Yes. Partners may also benefit from acupuncture support focused on stress regulation, overall wellbeing, and reproductive health.

Treatment timing may vary depending on your cycle patterns, fertility goals, and whether you are undergoing fertility treatment. Your acupuncturist will guide recommendations based on your individual timeline.

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