Fertility Testimonials
 
“When trying to conceive, I realized that I was likely not ovulating. About 48 hours after an acupuncture treatment with Kristi intended to promote ovulation, it occurred and we conceived. Kristi took a thoughtful, compassionate approach to my treatment and I feel lucky to have had her help.” - Tera Schreiber
 

“I feel grateful to have met and worked with Kristi both on back pain and in preparing my body for pregnancy. In both cases, I enjoyed feeling that I was taking the time to do something positive for my health and well-being. During the time we worked together, my back pain improved and I am now five months pregnant. I was also going through an emotional time following the death of my father and Kristi's sensitivity and care for mind, heart, and body were incredibly helpful. Kristi effortlessly blends compassion and professionalism. I felt that I was in good hands and really enjoyed the collaborative process of working with her. I recommend Kristi's services without reservation.” - Erin B.
 

“I had been trying to get pregnant for about 9 months when I first went to see Kristi. Friends had told me that acupuncture worked wonders for fertility and at that point (although I was skeptical having had only one less than optimal experience with acupuncture before) I decided to give it a shot. Kristi was very open, honest and easy to talk to about where I was with my fertility journey. After 5 months of treatment that included acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine we found out we were pregnant! Our insurance also does not cover this treatment, but every cent is worth it - I feel much better each and every time I see Kristi and I am 100% certain that it made a huge difference in my fertility and continues to make in my overall well being through pregnancy. I have to say that I also have had chronic knee pain for years and while that is not what I initially went to see Kristi about, the combination of acupuncture and Chinese herbs I know made all the difference and my knees have been pain free for months now. I cannot recommend Kristi highly enough - she is a dream!” - Erin C. Harris
 

When I first visited Kristi I was at the tail end of a five year struggle with infertility. I felt too physically and emotionally drained to ever get pregnant or to sustain a pregnancy, and I wanted to feel “well” again. After several failed rounds of Clomid, I just needed to get back on my feet before considering assisted reproductive techniques like IVF. Acupuncture was amazing because I felt like I was doing something so positive for myself, without such a focus on achieving pregnancy; this in turn made the dreaded “two-week wait” less oppressive. I enjoyed not worrying so much about getting pregnant, and I really, really liked not feeling a sense of failure every month. Kristi is a kind, warm-hearted and professional caregiver who I believe is guided by a genuine desire to see her patients be healthy. I very much appreciated her willingness to listen to all of my concerns, and to structure my treatment accordingly. I credit Kristi’s treatments with enabling me to get past what had become crippling despair and a lack of hope, to eventually finding peace with a different journey to motherhood. And in the meantime, I have referred my husband and other family members to her and they have all benefited from her treatment as well!" - Deborah V.
 

"After trying unsuccessfully for a year to get pregnant, we went to my gynecologist for help. She suggested several things, including a referral to Kristi. I had never tried acupuncture but was willing to give it a go. I started seeing Kristi and she prescribed a combination of acupuncture and herbal remedies. Kristi was very thorough in her work with me. She took an extensive history and closely monitored my body's reaction to the treatments she was giving me, making changes as needed. After 4 1/2 months of treatment we found out we were pregnant, and I am now in my last trimester! Working with Kristi was very easy. She was extremely sympathetic to our situation and the emotions involved in trying to get pregnant, took time to explain what she was doing, and was very accommodating in scheduling appointments, etc. I would highly recommend her services to anyone." - Julie H.
 

“I was skeptical to visit an acupuncturist at first. How could needles and herb tea make any difference in my fertility? My husband and I had tried to get pregnant for over a year without success. I was 38 and starting to wonder if it ever would happen. So, we made appointments with a fertility specialist and with Kristi. We wanted to know if there were any obvious hindrances to our fertility, and underwent a battery of hormone, semen and physiological tests. Everything was normal! Meanwhile, I started acupuncture treatments 3 times a month and drinking the herbal teas that Kristi recommended. Nothing happened the first month, but I did find the sessions relaxing and the tea soothing, so I kept coming. In the second month of treatment, however, one of my blood tests revealed a marked increase in my progesterone levels. I learned I was pregnant on day 28 of my cycle!
 
I know many factors contribute to successful conception, but after so many months of trying, my heart tells me that Kristi’s treatments were an essential component of our ability to conceive. And we are grateful!” - No Longer a Skeptic
 

“At 39, my partner and I had been trying to conceive for a year and a half and were tired and discouraged. I had been taking Clomid and timing artificial inseminations (IUI) with my gynecologist for many months, but had not yet had any success. My body had always behaved well before – I am healthy, take good care of myself, and had been generally worry free – and did not want to go to the next level of “interventions” that a fertility specialist might recommend. When a friend told me that she had had some success with acupuncture, I called Kristi. I found her to be smart, professional, straightforward, accommodating and warm. Eager to try something that would give me a sense that I was improving my chances of conception, but wary that I would have to choose between Eastern and Western medicines, Kristi assured me that acupuncture and Chinese herbs could be used to support my other fertility treatments. She listened thoughtfully, answered my questions carefully and provided additional research when I requested it. Kristi’s thoroughness inspired confidence and our sessions were brief periods of calm and hope in an otherwise challenging time. Happily, after 5 months of our work together, I am now pregnant and looking forward to the next chapter in my life.” - J.R.
 

"When I started working with Kristi, I had been told my my doctor and a fertility expert that I had a very low chance of being able to conceive using my own eggs. I was in my late 30s and my hormonal profile indicated that I was heading straight into early menopause. My period was irregular and I had a short luteal phase. My husband and I had read about the great advantages of acupuncture and Chinese herbs, especially in combination with stress-relieving activities (e.g., meditation, yoga) and wanted to give it a try. Despite my depressing diagnosis, Kristi took me on as a patient. She was very realistic about it, but managed to still give me some hope. Over the course of four months, working with Kristi on a regular basis, I watched my period and ovulation become more regular and predictable and my luteal phase getting longer. At the end of those four months, I got pregnant! Even more fantastic was that the pregnancy proceeded without any troubles, as I continued to work with Kristi. Our healthy and beautiful son was born without any complications a day after his due date. I cannot thank Kristi enough for her help with bringing me back to reproductive health, and for helping me through the pregnancy. She is a fantastic acupuncturist, and a great listener too. I highly recommend her!” - Caroline

“After over 2 years of trying to get pregnant, my husband and I decided to seek professional help. Our mainstream care providers suggested testing the "hardware", taking prenatal vitamins, and using ovulation predictor kits. Using the over-the-counter kits, I could never quite determine when my body was ovulating and wondered if, at 39 years old, it had stopped. My doctor suggested an ovulation enhancing drug. After continued unsuccessful attempts, I decided to look for an alternative approach. A friend recommended Kristi. During our first visit, Kristi was the first and only medical professional ever to study the basal body temperature charts I had been keeping monthly for several years. She was the one who noticed that the first phase of my menstrual cycle was actually quite long. Thus, the typical 7 day ovulation test kit wouldn't pick up my LH surge. Genius! We then worked on normalizing my menstrual cycles and preparing my body for conception using acupuncture and Chinese herbs. After receiving excellent care and finally conceiving, I decided to stick with Kristi for my entire pregnancy. Throughout our sessions, she demonstrated her expertise time and time again with compassion and understanding.  I am indebted to Kristi, not just for helping me conceive, but for helping me have a healthy pregnancy, and today, a beautiful, healthy young boy.” - G.M.
 

“I have been seeing Kristi for about 9 months on my journey to get pregnant for the second time.  I figured acupuncture could enhance my fertility treatment (iui) that I was undergoing at a local clinic.  I was a little apprehensive at first as I had never had never participated in any Chinese medicine.  Kristi has a wonderful bedside manner, is extremely down to earth, and immediately put me at ease.  She is very current on the recent developments in infertility treatment.   I am currently 31 weeks pregnant and I believe the acupuncture and herbal therapy I received from Kristi made a difference.  I have continued to see Kristi during my pregnancy, as I always feel better after I receive treatments.  Kristi's office is brand new and very calm and relaxing.  She has an online program to set up appointments which is convenient.  I would highly recommend Kristi to anyone whether for pain issues or if you are trying to conceive.  She is as good as it gets!” –Michelle P.
 

“Prior to finding Kristi, I had been seeing an acupuncturist downtown for over a year, initially to aid in the healing of an abdominal myomectomy and later to enhance my fertility. I was 38 years old and my husband and I had started trying to conceive. While I hadn't been diagnosed with fertility problems, the myomectomy was cause for alarm in my mind. When we moved up to north Seattle, I did a search online for an acupuncturist closer to our home. I found Kristi's website and after reading her biography, felt she was a good fit for me. I was right. Kristi was so thoughtful and calming and brought a wonderful knowledge and depth to each session. I learned so much from her and found myself really looking forward to my treatments. After just two months of working with Kristi, I became pregnant. I continued treatments with her throughout my pregnancy right up until our baby was born. I am happy to say that we had a healthy baby boy just two days after his due date with no delivery complications. I attribute the success of our conception and timely birth to Kristi. She's a wonderful acupuncturist and I am so grateful to have found her.” –N.E.
 

“I can't say enough kind and credible things about Kristi!  I have been a patient for 3+ years and recommend her to anyone I know.  My initial reason for seeing her was to give my body the best possible chance to conceive naturally.  Since seeing her I have given birth to a healthy baby girl and have another on the way.  You don't have to have fertility issues to see Kristi. She even helped me get rid of a nagging sinus cold with one treatment!” –Amy O.
 

“After three years of infertility, I finally tried acupuncture.  Kristi came highly recommended.  She asked a lot of insightful questions, researched my particular health conditions and put much thought into an individualized treatment plan for me.  After trying nearly everything else, I was initially skeptical about spending the time--but it was so worth it.  I'm glad to say I am now the mother of a healthy baby boy, and Kristi's thoughtful treatment was a part of the success.” –Laura F.

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