Thanks for your magical touch and I pray this will continue. In other words, the state of hormonal balance and function, and the structure of organs and tissues, influence and are influenced by life experiences, emotional tendencies, thought patterns, and daily habits. She is a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist Infertility (REI) specialist who is proud to help hopeful parents fulfill their dreams of having children. Aspire Fertility is part of The Prelude Network, the largest network of fertility clinics in the United States. My menstrual cycles were exceptionally long and painful. - Amy. 
I believe that the theory behind acupuncture, treating the whole body, is what was required to get my system in sync. While conventional medicine is king in terms of scientific research and complex microscopic procedures, our unique blend of Nutritional Therapy, Herbal Medicine, and Acupuncture is unmatched in its understanding and application of treatment that addresses the entirety of body, mind, AND spirit.
), how well I was (not) sleeping and my (lack of) energy. During my first appointment, Chris immediately put me at ease. Copyright 2016 and beyond, Axelrad Clinic, LLC, all rights reserved. If I had, I would have made the necessary changes years ago." Ashley tells the story of her journey from an FSH of 40+ and being told she'd need donor eggs to conceiving on her own 2 months after starting treatment at The Axelrad Clinic. deliver a healthy baby. Many of them had tried conventional fertility treatments without success, others wanted to try a more natural route first, and still others were told they could only conceive using IVF or that they had little to no chance of ever conceiving a child.
One of my shared goals with my husband was to try to have a baby of our own. Houstons top fertility doctors refer their patients to us for a reason. I was not in the mindset to wait, so I pursued visiting a fertility specialist. I also experienced less pains during my menstrual cycle. The irony here is that the fertility doctor I went to said I could not get pregnant without insemination.
Chris is highly knowledgeable and very easy to talk to.
My husband and I had been trying to start a family for nine months and did not seem to have any luck.
Acupuncture is a practice that can supplement fertility treatment and increase your chances of becoming pregnant.
- Tessa, Chris, I wanted to let yall know that we saw two heartbeats today. He has also served on the Executive Board since 2012 and served as president from 2014 2016.
As someone who has experienced pregnancy loss, those first 12 weeks were especially terrifying. ~Katharine, _______________________________________________________, Chris, I wanted to thank you for everything you've done and for all the times you listened to my silly worries. A lawyer in her late thirties who already had one child and had tried for several years to conceive her second. Since the main reason why we were doing IVF was because of my husband's severe male factor infertility, the main focus of my treatments with Chris was to promote my general level of fertility, while bringing other systems into balance.
Suzy, Chris, I cancelled my appointment today before I got the news (bad time management). 
I cannot thank you enough for all of your help. We found out a couple of weeks ago and the doctor has been monitoring my pregnancy each week. Chris was a great listener and very helpful to me in numerous ways. Everything is efficient and organized.
All the best, Martha _______________________________________________________, Hello Chris, I'm really happy and excited to tell you that I'm pregnant.
A 43 year-old university administrator who had failed two fresh and one donor IVF cycle, all due to miscarriage. When meeting with the acupuncturist, he or she willcheck your pulseand inspect your tongue. Where conventional medicine often seeks to eliminate mind and spirit as confounding variables which skew the results of experiments, our holistic approach includes them as a matter of fundamental principle. If you are interested in learning more about acupuncture as part of your fertility treatment, schedule a visit with Dr. Kristiansen. By browsing this site, you agree to be bound by the terms of ourprivacy policy.The information provided in this site is not specific in nature and is not intended to supersede the advice of your physician or other health professional familiar with your unique case. You'll receive a CLEAR, easy-to-follow nutritional plan. I'm happy to say that we're now expecting our miracle baby! This way we would know if it was still possible for either one of us to conceive. Based on this information, we can recommend a course of fertility treatment and determine if acupuncture would be a beneficialsupplemental treatment. This takes a good 6-8 weeks to get all the tests done. THANK THANK THANK YOU!
See you soon! At Grand Parkway and I-10 - convenient to Katy, Cypress, and Richmond/Sugar Land. I am so excited!! Our Director, Chris Axelrad, was in the first group ever certified by the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine a specialty board for Acupuncturists dedicated to excellence in the practice ofReproductive Medicine. Ignored the contractions all day at work as I've had them for over a month that always dropped off to nothing. He addressed my stress (what stress?!
Once I got home, they didn't stop, and I could not sleep. Chris was able to treat my anxiety, define an adrenal problem, and help with my overall health.
Thank you for all the care you have given me during this journey. In the meantime, I decided to try acupuncture due to reading other testimonials about the successful outcomes at The Axelrad Clinic. I followed his easy and helpful dietary changes and came in for treatments once a week until the IVF cycle began, then two times during the ovarian stimulation phase and before the embryo transfer. I am not exactly sure how long I met with Chris, but I don't think it was more than an entire cycle before I got pregnant. ), Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories. For more information about our services, contact our office online or call (713) 225-5375 today. Build your beautiful family with Aspire Fertility. This effect can also result in a thicker, richer uterine lining. TX 77024. That is great. Herbal medicines have been used for fertility issues for centuries. The Axelrad Clinic truly has touched my life in ways beyond imagination and I am grateful for that.
Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | Sitemap, My husband and I want to thank you, for everything you all did for us, giving us equal treatment, and keeping us positive and motivated as we started our journey to becoming parents., Aspire made all of our dreams come true!!
Weve seen it take as little as 4 weeks and as long as 12 months.
I will keep you posted. We are pregnant!!
In fact, I said to my husband one day, "I had no idea I could ever feel this good again. The comparison picture shows me on the left at the same age as Lucia on the right. Thank you thank you thank you. It must be noted that acupuncture cannot address conditions such as endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. Increased blood flow can help to foster a healthy egg and increase its chances of being carried to term. I had never had acupuncture before. I now believe there is so much more to learn about health and the body. Using acupuncture, customized herbal prescriptions, targeted nutritional supplementation, and mind-body lifestyle guidance, we have helped over 2,000 women and couples with these and other conditions that affect fertility to achieve healthy pregnancy and birth of healthy babies: We have helped many couples with fertility struggles to conceive.
Incidentally, she conceived the cycle before she was planning to start a round of injectable drugs.
At the same time, I decided to get the name of an acupuncturist. When my husband and I finally decided that it was time to start a family after seven years of marriage, we were very hopeful that we'd get pregnant immediately. Everything looks good, we have a strong heartbeat, baby is growing and developing, and we are praying for the best!
She came in to work with us and just 2 months later conceived again and this time carried to term and now has a healthy baby girl.
Thank you so much for the baby skin care sets- I can't wait to pamper our little guys with the products!
No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer). I need to come and visit you and the staff soon!!
Just wanted to let you know since you have been so supportive and helpful along the way. Once this is complete, he or she will then mapspecific acupuncture points. Also, I'm not sleeping well the second half of the night, other than that things are moving right along! _______________________________________________________, Chris, hope you had a great weekend, ours was very successful! We chose to do an IUI and hormone injections along with a round of acupuncture. pregnant today!
When your cells, glands,and tissues are fully nourished with the specific nutrients they need they naturally function at a very high level.This means you feel your best because your bodys key systems are optimized. He taught me ways to deal with my anxiety and to think about my fertility in a new light. She was planning to do an IVF cycle and wanted our help to prepare. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
I'm now 5 weeks pregnant and feeling really good. During your consultation, she can help determine if this treatment could be beneficial to you.
We are organized, efficient, and responsive no extra stress here! My husband and I decided to go to a fertility doctor and get a full workup on both of us. After all the needle pokes of IVF I wasn't too thrilled about more needles with acupuncture. Your treatment program will consist of: Whether a couple opts for 100% natural or technologically assisted conception, natural fertility enhancement offers a much-needed element the element of holistic, individualized care. It involves inserting ultra-thin needles through the skin at specific points on your body. A 44-year old stay-at-home mom who had her first child using IUI at 41 years old.
I told you and my doctor that I would take the summer off and pursue IVF in the Fall. We are still getting used to her schedule (or lack thereof) and prioritizing sleep over anything other than her needs All is going well, and we are all in good health.
Now I am healthy year-round!
This means more hormonal balance, less inflammation, better circulation and nutrient absorption. Many thanks, Louisa _______________________________________________________, We are doing well Ella Jane arrived on the 19th Oct (7lbs 9oz and 20.5") and the past month has been a blur!!!
You were such an instrumental piece in keeping my sanity through IVF and beyond. _______________________________________________________, Hello Chris, Just wanted to thank YOU for what you have done for us. Start your fertility journey today.
Her previous cycle months earlier did not work, and she pressed her doctor who reluctantly agreed to try one more time. I REALLY appreciate all your guidance and help with this!! we can't believe he is here.
A detailed intake consultation to pinpoint the type, source, and cause of disharmony in your fertility cycle. The information provided in this site is not specific in nature and is not intended to supersede the advice of your physician or other health professional familiar with your unique case. "My best friend got pregnant through the assistance of acupuncture after a struggling with infertility issues for 5 years. That being said, our success rates have proven to be between 50-60% within 3 to 6 months of treatment for women between the ages of 35-39, and 30-40% for women 40 and up.
We are overjoyed with the great news and are feeling so very blessed. These subtle changes are attained with an expert combination of customized herbal medications, acupuncture therapy, and lifestyle adjustments. If incorrect acupuncture points are used during pregnancy, the risk of miscarriage could increase. Thank you so much for all of your support and guidance!
Acupuncture is a safe and effective healthcare practice used in fertility.
He and all clinicians at The Axelrad Clinic are continually doing post-graduate courses in endocrinology, reproductive medicine, and pregnancy to ensure they are providing the absolute best care for you.
I wanted to share some exciting news with you since you have been a major part of this journey. They restore depleted glands, balance your endocrine system, reduce inflammation and have many other positive effects on your reproductive function.
He was reassuring and gave me such confidence.
I hope to be able to bring the babies in to meet you all sometime soon!
Hear Meg's experience working with us both for fertility support and to ensure the first trimester of her pregnancy was a breeze.
We were shocked and upset when IVF didn't work the first time. I started feeling so much better. But I got a positive pregnancy test today!!
Resolve symptoms such as hair loss, irregular cycles, weight gain, and more.
I wanted to lose about 15 pounds before I got pregnant. We retrieved 27 eggs on Friday and got a call on Saturday that we made 18 embryos! A targeted nutritional support regimen that is designed to nourish and balance blocked and depleted glands, and that is grounded in biomedical knowledge and research. Unlike other acupuncturists I had met in the past, Chris focused on a few key areas to promote my fertility and increase our chances for IVF success, rather than "throwing everything but the kitchen sink at the problem," as he put it.
Acupuncture is generally considered safe for most hopeful mothers, regardless of medical history.
Our Director, Chris Axelrad, served on the Executive Board of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and was President from 2014 2016. Thank you so much for all of your help. A friend, who had also experienced infertility and is now mother to a beautiful baby girl, highly recommended Chris. Thanks for all your help along the way. This is a truly amazing team! Each section of the tongue corresponds a part of the body. After my first meeting with Chris, he recommended a diet change.
I will see you again next week.
I also wanted to share some good news with you.
- Margaret _______________________________________________________, The Axelrad Clinic is amazing! Regular acupuncture treatments designed to support and encourage proper balance at every stage of the fertility cycle. The first round was not successful, so we scheduled a second round for the next cycle.
After seeing Chris consistently for four months, I decided that it was time to pursue assisted reproductive therapy. I am so thankful for all of your care for me and the babies during my pregnancy and truly believe that your help along the way was a key factor in our being able to bring home 2 healthy baby boys. When your nervous system is calm, your hormonal system, immune system, digestive, and circulatory systems all calm down, too. I left the appointment with a treatment plan that included recommended supplements, tips on nutrition and general recommendations to help me with my goal of getting pregnant. Have a great 4th of July weekend. Now, she is a mother of two beautiful children. God bless you. Since 2005, weve specialized in Reproductive Medicine, and we are considered pioneers in this field. Thanks, Julie _______________________________________________________, Hi Chris, I just wanted to share the wonderful news that I am now confirmed pregnant!!!
We know how stressful it can be when you are having trouble conceiving.
These changes as a result of therapy, I believe enabled me to achieve my goal of starting a family. Honestly, at my age, I truly did not believe it was possible, but I was more than willing to try every natural resource before giving up.
Holy cow!
It is with this principle in mind that we have developed our natural fertility enhancement program which incorporates detailed acupuncture, herbal, nutritional, and mind-body protocols tailored to your individual needs.Statistics show that approximately one in six to ten couples will experience issues with conception and fertility. He is alert and sweet and full of personality. Sincerely, Heather, Hi Chris and Caity, I received your warm letter and nice gift (baby on the go)!
Body, mind and spirit are part of a single, organic whole. Click here to see more fertility testimonials Ashley's Journey From "Ovarian Failure" To Getting Pregnant On Her Own (https://youtu.be/0yD-_sFSwrk), April's Journey To Motherhood (And Beyond) (https://youtu.be/0KYPBklUxDA), How Jennifer Had Two Babies After Multiple Miscarriages and Infertility Diagnosis (https://youtu.be/W1LJeh_PcxI), How Meg Had An Awesome First Trimester With Our Help (https://youtu.be/B82AryOMFPs), Male factor issues such as low sperm count, motility, or morphology. Natural medicine for this often devastating condition. Our center is affiliated with the: We provide convenient care for patients from greater Houston and visitors from out of town.
This experience has been a huge blessing in my life. _______________________________________________________, My husband and I had been trying to conceive for nearly 18 months.
I am very glad I opted to work with you to ensure the best outcome with my IVF! _______________________________________________________, Hi Chris from the Women's Pavilion at Texas Children's. The imbalances which can cause difficulty in conception can often be corrected by very subtle, natural adjustments to the endocrine system.
- Scott _______________________________________________________, Hi Chris! Thanks so much for being there for me at the most important moment in my life, expanding a family. There is no way for any healthcare provider, natural or conventional, to predict when or if you will become pregnant.
After completing blood tests, HSG and semen analysis, nothing indicated why we had not been successful. We are so excited! That being said, you hardly feel them! We also worked with relaxation techniques and focused breathing, which allowed me to better deal with stressful situations. Thisis believed to increase blood flow and trigger the body's natural painkillers by stimulating muscles, nerves, and connective tissue.
Dramatically increase your chances of success with IVF.
I feel good other than breast tenderness which comes and goes in severity.
Yet, two weeks later, I actually did receive a positive result! This dual action is something unique to herbal medicine that makes it very well suited to treat chronic and non-life threatening conditions like migraine, PMS, menstrual difficulties, menopausal symptoms, hormonal imbalance, and reproductive issues. We help you with natural approaches tothyroid issues to adrenal fatigue and beyond. Ive been putting cream on it and its gotten better but I wanted the doctor to look at it. Quick note: All these patients have given birth to healthy babies. XOXO, We are blown away by the attention and care we received.
7 oz and 21.5 inches long and is now almost 11 lbs and 24.5 inches.
Whether you are using natural treatment only, or combining with conventional treatment, our goal is to provide you an option that brings maximum results for the price. April tells her story of conceiving her son at 42 with our help, and how she's discovered the next phase in her life journey by restoring the strength within. This paired with lifestyle changes, Chinese herbal medicine, and supplement recommendations can help constitutional imbalances that build up over time. 2001 - 2022 Houston Fertility Center
In that period, I had experienced an early miscarriage and two chemical pregnancies.
I know its still early, but I wanted to give you the news and thank you for all your help in getting me where we are today! They recommend great brands of vitamins and even sell them online for refills! She has since had two healthy daughters, both with our assistance.
I was so grateful for my weekly appointments with Chris. While she only produced one egg, which was equivalent to her previous response, she became pregnant.
Two weeks after the embryo transfer, we found out the first IVF cycle was a success! My fertility doctor confirmed my pregnancy the following day.
I also was under a great deal of stress at my job. I have recommended acupuncture to friends who have had trouble conceiving and they have also experienced success. _______________________________________________________, I came to Chris for acupuncture treatments in November 2006, in preparation for my first IVF cycle in January 2007.
Dr. Sonja Kristiansen is the founder and Medical Director of Houston Fertility Center.
Acupuncture benefits the menstrual cycle by regulating hormone function and by increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs.
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After six months of trying to conceive naturally with no luck and constant attention to my cycle, I visited my OBGYN, who told me to wait one full year to pursue fertility treatments.
Our treatment program is both affordable and cost-effective. If you are experiencing fertility issues, I highly encourage you to meet with Chris and let him give you a new perspective!, Chris, I have some good news for you! Acupuncturists use the appearance of the tongue to determine the location of any imbalances. Schedule an appointment. I highly recommend him as a very knowledgeable acupuncturist who specializes in the realm of infertility, and who takes a personal interest in your determination to overcome infertility. _______________________________________________________. Rather than start medical fertility treatments right away, I decided that maybe my friend had found the answer through acupuncture.
And, those of our patients who opt for IVF experience success rates of 60% or more. Mind-body exercises, meditations, and lifestyle guidance that leverage the amazing power of the mind and emotions. Absolutely. Our beautiful son graced us with his presence at nearly midnight on 8/26.
I continue to see Chris and will continue throughout my pregnancy. I thought I'd attach a pic of my son Benjamin, who was born 11/17/08. Bottom line is that your situation is unique and once we meet with you we will be able to give you our best estimate of time and prognosis of outcome.
A 34 year-old restaurant worker who had 4 unexplained miscarriages over a period of 12 months.
See you soon Chandra _______________________________________________________, Hi Chris, our daughter Lucia was born August 20th at 3:18 pm. Because of its proven effectiveness, acupuncture is gaining in popularity in America as a powerful treatment option to complement western medicine. The "original" just INSIDE the loop at Post Oak and 610.
I will be back for more acupuncture, but for now we are saving up for our TWINS. Copyright 2022 Aspire Fertility - All Rights Reserved. (We moved the first of the year, so it was waiting at our old apartment for me). | Forever Website 2.0 We went in for our beta today and we are pregnant!
She came to see us for extra help, and we were able to start weekly acupuncture about 6 weeks before her cycle. My doctor wanted to make sure I knew about all of my options and referred me to Chris for acupuncture. Natural Treatment For Recurrent Miscarriage, Click Now To Request Your Free Initial Consultation.
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