Natural Qi Acupuncture and Herbs
New York, NY 10003
Phone: (917) 533-2097
04/30/2007 Posted by jmiller87
I met Melani a little after my husband and I decided we wanted to have a baby. I have had some gynecological problems in the past and was concerned that I would have a problem getting pregnant. When Melani described the fertility treatment using acupuncture I immediately felt relief. I connected to this ancient method and her way of practicing it right away. We began a combined treatment of acupuncture and Herbs. I got pregnant within 3 months. I had acupuncture throughout my pregnancy since I had some complications. Melani always provided a safe and calm environment. I felt at ease and in some kind of mini-vacation coming to see Melani from a crazy day at work. We decided to have a doula for the birth and there was no doubt Melani was the one! She came to our home for a visit to discuss the whole process. We knew that it was going to be a scary experience as well as fun and amazing. I prepared for a natural delivery using acupuncture but in week 38, we discovered that the baby's nuchal cord was around his neck. We waited a week, but my ob/gyn suggested we induce labor. I was extremely disappointed, but wanted to be safe. Melani was supportive and helpful in making that decision with patience. We arrived to the hospital in the morning to start induction-Melani was my acupuncturist and doula, but also an amazing, funny companion during a long and exhausting day…to both of us. She was so available…from buying us lunch to holding me during seriously painful contractions. Our son was born after 17 hours in distress and had to be taken away. This was the scariest moment of my life, not knowing if my baby was dead or alive. Melani was next to me, and without understanding a word of what I was saying (in Hebrew), she understood me. Shoham was brought into my arms after long 10 minutes. Melani was emotionally and physically present during the most important moment of our life and we are grateful to her authenticity, calmness, warmth, and impressive expertise.
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