Fertility: I've been there too.
Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and 20 years of experience supporting fertility, at our Highgate Hill clinic.
Being a clinician doesn't make you immune to fertility struggles. Dr Sandra Tan was diagnosed with PCOS in her 20s, and at 42 fell pregnant naturally after acupuncture, herbs and supplements. That personal experience is why fertility care here is never just clinical.
Common fertility challenges
- Conditions like endometriosis, PCOS and adenomyosis (a condition where the uterus lining grows into its muscle wall)
- Hormone imbalances, including thyroid and ovarian reserve
- Male factor: sperm count, movement and shape
- Unexplained fertility challenges
How acupuncture helps
Over the past 20 years, Sandra has helped hundreds of Brisbane couples through fertility challenges, including many women going through IVF. Combining IVF with holistic support, acupuncture, herbs and supplements, can increase the chances of success.
Care is planned around where you actually are in your cycle, not treated as one fixed problem. The days around your period call for one focus, the two weeks building toward ovulation call for another, and the two weeks after ovulation (or after an embryo transfer) call for something different again. If needling is part of your care during this second half of your cycle, we're always careful about which points we use, because a handful of points are avoided once ovulation or a transfer has happened. Whatever stage you're at, and however long this road has been, you're not just a set of test results here.
- Improving blood flow
To the uterus and ovaries, supporting ovulation and egg quality.
- Regulating hormones
Practitioner-grade Chinese herbal medicine and supplements.
- Reducing stress
A calming, supportive approach through a difficult journey.
Why men matter too
Fertility is often thought of as a woman's issue, but around 50% of fertility challenges involve men. Supporting both partners gives the best chance of success.
Book now- Improved ovulationSupporting a regular, healthy cycle.
- Egg qualityNutritional and herbal support for reproductive health.
- Uterine liningBuilding a thicker, healthier lining to help an embryo settle in.
- Sperm healthAddressing count, movement and shape.
- Alongside IVFWorking collaboratively with your fertility specialist.
- A personal understandingHaving walked this path herself, Sandra brings genuine empathy.
Your fertility journey starts here
- We listen first
Your history, cycle and goals, with genuine understanding.
- A personalised plan
Acupuncture, herbal medicine and supplements, tailored to you.
- Ongoing support
Adjusted as your journey and treatment progress.
You don't have to go through this alone. With the right support, you can feel more confident along the way.
- 20+ years supporting fertility and IVF patients
- Personal experience with PCOS and later-in-life conception
- Practitioner-grade herbs and supplements
- A calm, supportive and private consultation
Our belief
You play a vital role in your own healthcare. The earlier you seek support, the quicker you feel confident again.
Good questions
Fertility challenges can feel isolating. Here's what people usually want to know first.
Related care
More on the acupuncture side of fertility, and women's health more broadly.
How long before trying to conceive should we start?
Many start around 3 months beforehand, but we work with whatever timeline you're on, including mid-IVF cycle.
Is it normal to feel emotional discussing this?
Completely, and you're speaking with someone who has walked this path personally as well as professionally.
Does this replace IVF?
No, it's designed to work alongside IVF or natural conception, supporting your body through whichever path you're on.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No, you can book directly. A referral is only required for WorkCover, Veterans' Affairs, CTP or a Medicare chronic condition management plan.
Can I claim on my private health fund?
In most cases, yes. The clinic is registered with all major health funds for physiotherapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, so most policies allow you to claim on the spot through HICAPS and just pay the gap. Check with your fund to confirm your level of cover.
Is acupuncture safe during a stimulation cycle or after a transfer?
Yes, when it's planned around your specific stage. Certain acupuncture points are avoided once ovulation or an embryo transfer has happened, and treatment is always coordinated with your IVF timeline. Sudden severe pelvic pain, heavy bleeding or symptoms of OHSS during a stimulation cycle need urgent medical attention, not acupuncture.
Start your fertility journey.
Call the clinic today to discuss how we can help, or book your initial session online.
Tue 1:30–5:30pm
Thu 10am–6:30pm
Closed Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun
- Visit
- 26 Gladstone Rd (Cnr Brook St)
Highgate Hill Qld 4101On-site parking via Brook St - Call
- 07 3844 8202