Postpartum Acupuncture in Los Angeles | Mighty River Wellness

How Acupuncture Supports Postpartum Recovery

The weeks and months after birth place real demands on the body. Hormones are shifting quickly, sleep is disrupted, tissues are healing, and your nervous system is adapting to a completely new rhythm. Acupuncture supports this transition by helping regulate the nervous system, improve circulation, and encourage hormonal rebalancing while giving the body space to recover at its own pace.

Treatment can help reduce physical tension and pain, support energy levels, stabilize mood, and improve sleep quality, all of which are essential during postpartum healing. Rather than pushing the body to “bounce back,” acupuncture works with your natural recovery process, offering steady, restorative support as your system regains strength and balance.

New mothers throughout Los Angeles visit our Burbank clinic for postpartum acupuncture and personalized recovery support. Your body has just done something extraordinary, and continued care can make this transition feel steadier, more grounded, and more sustainable.

Common Postpartum Concerns We Support

Fatigue and physical depletion

• Back, hip, pelvic, and joint pain

• C-section or perineal recovery support

• Hormonal shifts and cycle irregularities

• Mood changes, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm

• Sleep disruption and nervous system dysregulation

• Headaches and tension-related pain

• Digestive issues after birth

• Breastfeeding-related discomfort, inflammation, or tension

• Overall postpartum recovery and restoration of energy

When to start Acupuncture for Postpartum Recovery

Acupuncture can begin as soon as you feel ready after birth, whether that is in the first few weeks or later during recovery. Some patients seek support early to help with physical healing, hormone regulation, and emotional stability, while others begin treatment months later to address lingering fatigue, pain, or mood changes. There is no “too early” or “too late” timeline. Care is adapted to where your body is in the recovery process.

What to Expect at Your First Postpartum Visit

Your first postpartum acupuncture visit begins with a thorough intake to understand your birth experience, current symptoms, energy levels, sleep, mood, and recovery goals. Treatment is gentle, calming, and adapted to where your body is in the healing process. Sessions focus on supporting your nervous system, improving circulation, and helping your body regain balance without pushing it beyond its capacity. Care is always paced to match your comfort level and recovery stage.