I was turning 40 years old, after 1 miscarriage and 2 failed attempts at IVF I researched acupuncture for fertility and came across Dr. Zhao (my friend had previously had acupuncture for fertility and recommended it). I also picked up Dr Zhao's leaflet at the IVF clinic as an associated partner. 

I was diagnosed with Fibroids and Endometriosis. We were due to start our 3rd IVF cycle in the April as I contacted Dr Zhao in the March. She was keen to get us started as soon as possible to allow plenty of time for treatment in advance. Following an in depth consultation we got started with acupuncture straight away. During our 3rd IVF cycle, we produced more eggs (14 eggs) for fertilisation than previous attempts, which resulted in much better quality of embryos that I never ever had before - 7 of 5 days blastocysts. I had two top quality blastocysts transferred, froze 5 blastocysts for the 1st time ever, and I had a positive pregnancy result in May. We had an absolute dream of a pregnancy - I am sure the acupuncture treatment was a large contributing factor. Dr Zhao's played such an important part in our pregnancy - her attention to detail, knowledge and most of all support throughout the IVF process and pregnancy was outstanding. 

We gave birth to our adorable son, Henry, early January. 

It is also important to note, as a usually anxious person I became much more relaxed as a result of the acupuncture sessions. I also used to suffer from various allergies, including eczema, hay fever and dust; since undertaking acupuncture sessions I have been allergy free. 

We really can’t thank Dr Zhao enough for, not only the highly professional treatment, but also her care, kindness, counsel, advice and support. I will miss our weekly sessions. Such an amazing lady! I would recommend her to anyone. 

(Kate & Peter, Feb. 2017)