Feel great during pregnancy with acupuncture.​

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About our Services
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Kourtney Zamora, EAMP has a special focus in offering pregnancy care. She uses gentle, safe and effective Japanese style acupuncture techniques for a drug-free holistic approach to managing pregnancy and postpartum concerns.​

Services:
1. Preconception
2. Pregnancy Symptomatic Care
3. Prebirth Treatments (36 weeks)
4. Postpartum

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​1. Preconception
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Are you trying to become pregnant? We can help you with lifestyle advice and acupuncture treatments to ensure your body is in the right place for an optimal pregnancy.

Acupuncture is a great alternative method for increasing the chances of conceiving and improving fertility. There are a few different mechanisms as to how acupuncture helps with fertility. The first mechanism is that acupuncture helps to regulate menstrual cycles. By improving your menstrual cycle you are improving your pituitary hormone balance which is important for ovulation. Acupuncture decreases the stress hormone (cortisol) in the body. High levels of cortisol can lead to improper pituitary hormone balance. Another effect of acupuncture is improved blood flow to the ovaries and uterus. Acupuncture needles stimulate your bodies ability to provide good blood flow to your endometrium which is important for conceiving and maintaining pregnancy. If you are having trouble conceiving you should rule out any medical conditions that could be interfering with your ability to get pregnant with your OBGYN.
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What are patients saying?

Verified Testimonial for Kourtney Zamora, L.Ac.

“​After meeting Kourtney, a local Acupuncturist in my area I decided to add it to my routine to boost my chances of conception. I saw Kourtney once a week for 2 months and on my 3rd cycle we got pregnant! Once we had confirmed pregnancy, Kourtney worked on my body every 2 weeks to support the pregnancy. We have now made it out of the 1st trimester and I am SO grateful to have her helping me with an old hip injury that is flaring up due to pregnancy."

​-Ellen Barnard, 4/24/18 (Patient name shared with permission.)
​​Click here to see the entire blog about Ellen's (Doula (DONA), Childbirth Educator (CAPPA) and a primal nutritionist) experience at The Pines Acupuncture.

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2. Pregnancy

Relief and comfort during pregnancy.
​Acupuncture can help reduce nausea, alleviate acid reflux, improve energy, eliminate low back pain or sciatic pain, reduce carpal tunnel pain, reduce or eliminate headaches, decrease pregnancy related hypertension, improve sleep, reduce edema and more.​

Many insurance plans cover acupuncture for pregnancy related nausea, low back pain or chronic headaches.

​Acupuncture can assist in cervical ripening, special circumstance inductions and we offer assistance with breech presentations.

Verified Review for Kourtney Zamora, L.AC.

​"Kourtney is a kind, peaceful and professional acupuncturist. She made me feel comfortable during my treatment and gave me great advice and resources for health during pregnancy. I very much enjoyed the relaxing environment provided and the 45minutes away from the stresses of life!!!! ...!"
-K.R. 1/5/2018
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​“ I started seeing Kourtney during my pregnancy and I found great relief and comfort from the treatments. My neck and shoulder pain from my physical job was gone after two sessions and I always end up falling asleep during my visit-so relaxing!! I highly recommend The Pines Acupuncture as a way to balance a healthy lifestyle!” -B.B., 6/8/2018

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3. Birth Treatment Plans:

Pre-birth acupuncture treatments start at week 36. (Please schedule these appointments at least two weeks ahead of time to ensure your spot. These appointments fill up fast.)
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Pre-birth treatment plans are a great option for women that want to decrease labor time or to decrease the chances of needing an emergency c-section. (See the study below.) Typically, plans are around 6 visits.

Some patients find it helpful to provide a link for friends and family to purchase an acupuncture e-gift certificate as part of their baby shower registry. Share the link below with friends and family. https://squareup.com/gift/04R58WZ2S69T3/order
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Purchase gift card here

​Did you know?

In a study, women receiving pre-birth acupuncture treatments compared with the local population rates, there was an overall 35% reduction in the number of inductions (for first time moms, this was a 43% reduction); 31% reduction in the epidural rate; 32% reduction in emergency cesarean delivery..

Link to study

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4. ​Postpartum

Please schedule your appointment after four weeks postpartum. The four to six weeks following birth should be a time for rest, eating well and bonding. Some complications that we can help with after four weeks include low milk supply, anxiety, depression and improving digestion, c-section scar reduction.

Verified review for Kourtney Zamora, EAMP

“I went to Kourtney during my pregnancy and afterwards. I slept better and was more comfortable after each session and I believe my labor and recovery were easier due to her. She really cares about her patients and goes above and beyond.” -A.H. 6/7/2018

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Local Pregnancy and Postpartum Resources

Port Orchard
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Midwifery
Joella Pettigrew- Webster Certified.
www.epochwellnesscenter.com

Family Chiropractic
Action Chiropractic
https://www.portorchardactionchiropractic.com/services

Prenatal Yoga
Shontel Heim- Prenatal Yoga Certified.
https://naturalmysticwellness.com/about/

Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator
Ellen Barnard- DONA birth doula, CAPPA Childbirth Educator.
​http://www.ellenbbirth.com

Birth and Bereavement Doula
Becky Bard- Certified birth and bereavement doula. Military base Access.
​ https://hopebirthservices.wixsite.com/hopebirthservices​

Doula
Mandy Watson- Birth and postpartum doula, placenta specialist
Themodernmomma.org
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Gig Harbor
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Prenatal and Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Dr. Megan Lindsey- Prenatal and Pediatric Chiropractic Care.
11505 Burnham Dr NW #104, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
​https://bellavitachiro.com

Birth Midwife
Nicole Coraggio- Home births and birth centers.
www.gigharbormidwifery.com
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Poulsbo

Birth Center
Midwives- Holly Campbell and Melanie Brindle
​ Salmonberrybirthcenter.com

Doula
Angie Hotz- Birth doula, childbirth educator, placenta encapsulation specialist
www.angiebeehotz.com

Prenatal Yoga
Kerry Allen- Prenatal yoga.
Kerryallendoula.com

Hypnobirthing Classes
Holly Thorpe
http://www.believeinbirthing.com

See more local providers and birth resources at: http://www.peninsulabirthnetwork.org