Six Branches Family Acupuncture

Six Branches Family Acupuncture Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine focusing on Hormonal Health, Fertility and Pregnancy Support

Treating hormonal health, fertility, conditions of pregnancy and chronic pain.

02/06/2026

Start here, before you over-complicate it 😉

If you’re thinking about Trying To Conceive (TTC) this year, February is a beautiful time to start preparing and set your intentions 🌷

In East Asian Medicine, fertility care is less about doing more, and more about creating the right internal environment over time.

Here are 6 supportive steps you can take now to start prepping your body- the right way:

1️⃣ Reduce processed foods, alcohol & caffeine.
Not perfection- just awareness, plenty of real, whole foods, and sensible swaps 🥑

2️⃣ Prioritize sleep & gentler evenings.
Deep rest supports your nervous system and hormonal rhythms. Being in bed by 10pm and having soft, gentle lighting in the evenings tells the body it’s time to rest and repair (scrolling and lots of late-night screen time does the opposite!) 😴

3️⃣ Choose warm, nourishing meals over salads and smoothies.
Think roasted veggies, soups, stews, stir-fry, pho, oatmeal... In East Asian Medicine, warm, cooked foods like this support digestion and blood flow- both important fertility foundations 🍜

4️⃣ Opt for regular, gentle movement instead of intense cardio.
Walking, yoga, stretching, light strength work. Gentle consistency is more supportive than intense HIIT when you’re preparing your body for a baby 🧘‍♀️

5️⃣ Create routines your hormones can rely on.
Regular meals, consistent sleep times, predictable rhythms. Hormones thrive on this. ⏰

6️⃣ Consider regular acupuncture treatments!
Acupuncture can support key aspects of fertility, like cycle regulation, stress reduction, circulation, and overall balance- helping your body feel recharged and supported over time ☯️

✨Fertility prep doesn’t have to feel rigid or overwhelming. It’s about tending to your body with care, and honoring that time BEFORE pregnancy just as much as pregnancy itself✨

If you’re local to Maine and curious about fertility-focused acupuncture support, we would love to walk the journey alongside you!

Head to our bio link to learn more.

Consider this an official reminder from us...You do not need to apologize for being human!Being late for your appointmen...
02/04/2026

Consider this an official reminder from us...

You do not need to apologize for being human!

Being late for your appointment... different story 😜

Please know that when it comes to taking care of you and carrying out your treatment, we are not here to judge you!

We’re here to help you feel safe, supported and seen.

So, the next time you come in to see us, bring your whole self- messy, chatty, tearful, squishy, exhausted... we love and welcome all versions 🤍

If you’d like some expert support, our doors (and hearts) are open to you.

Get in touch today to schedule an appointment!

02/04/2026

We have the best team! Today the Six Branches crew met for our yearly retreat to talk about what went well last year and how we can better serve our community in the year to come!

We had delicious food from and a lovely restorative sound healing session with . We look forward to seeing our patients again tomorrow!

02/02/2026

From the moment you walk through our doors, our hope is that you feel at ease 😌

This space was created to be calm, grounding, and supportive — a place where you can slow down and let your body exhale.

Here’s a glimpse of what to expect when you visit:

🌿 a quiet, welcoming waiting area
🌿 warm, thoughtfully prepared treatment rooms
🌿 time to rest, breathe, and be cared for

Whether you’re seeking support for your health and wellbeing, navigating fertility or pregnancy, or simply needing space to reset, our approach is always gentle, inclusive, and centered around you as a whole person.

You don’t need to arrive with everything figured out.

You don’t need to be “good at” self-care.

You just need to show up — we’ll take care of the rest 💚

If you’re local to Maine and curious about acupuncture, we’d love to welcome you in.

Link in bio to book your visit!

01/26/2026

Knee pain has a way of limiting everything.

Standing. Walking. Stairs. Getting in and out of the car. Playing with your kids or grandkids. The things you used to do without thinking twice.

We treat all kinds of knee issues:
● Arthritis and inflammation
● Meniscus or ligament injuries
● Runner's knee
● IT band syndrome
● Post-surgical pain and stiffness
● General wear and tear

Acupuncture helps reduce inflammation and improve circulation to support the structures around your knee so you can move with more ease and less pain.

Let's get you back to doing what you love!

Get in touch here: https://www.sixbranchesacupuncture.com/contact.
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We are donating and posting our February nonprofit of the month early this year, because funds are needed now.We hope yo...
01/23/2026

We are donating and posting our February nonprofit of the month early this year, because funds are needed now.

We hope you will join us in supporting the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project, !

As Maine’s only state-wide immigration legal services organization, ILAP advances justice and equity for immigrants and their families through direct legal services, community education, and systemic advocacy. They are on the front lines of legal support for Maine's community members who are being swept up by the federal government right now.

Learn more about their work and donate at https://ilapmaine.org/

01/22/2026

If you’re thinking ‘that’s me’, you’re not alone.

And no, it doesn’t mean that something is ‘wrong’ with you- sometimes the body just need support to find it’s rhythm again.

When energy gets stuck, deficient, or excessive in different areas of the body, it can show up in these ways- your body’s way of waving a red flag and letting you know things are out of balance:

🚩 You’re not sleeping well, even though you’re exhausted

🚩 You’ve got used to feeling bloated or uncomfortable after you eat (opr just all the time)

🚩 You can’t seem to switch your thoughts off, and have the same things on repeat in your head

🚩 Your menstrual cycle is irregular or maybe you’re having issues like pain, clotting or a ‘barely there’ bleed.

🚩 You’re running on empty. Physically and mentally.

In Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM) these signs are viewed as messages, not failures. They’re your body’s way of letting you know it needs rest, regulation, and a bit of extra care. 🩷

Acupuncture and herbs offer a gentle, whole-body approach to getting you back on track- supporting your nervous system, hormones, digestion, and energy over time.

✨No pressure. No pushing. Just some much needed space for your body to recalibrate ✨

So, if you’re local to Maine and ready for a reset that offers deep levels of support, the team at Six Branches Family Acupuncture would love to see you!

01/20/2026

You’re not lacking willpower.

You’re not lazy.

➡️ You’re a human being that’s doing a LOT of different things, all at once, in a hectic world 😵‍💫

New Year’s resolutions are often set with the best intentions- you know your body needs some extra care and you want to be better, feel better, and look better.
BUT, when we set these resolutions we are so often asking our bodies to do more, at a time of year when it’s actually in need of doing less.

🌿 At Six Branches family acupuncture, we want you to know that self-care doesn’t need to be about pushing yourself harder, it can actually look like:

💚An hour just for you. No expectations. No pressure. Just time to leave chaos at the door and enjoy being cosy, calm, and relaxed.

💚Feeling seen, understood, and supported

💚Allowing the wisdom of Chinese Medicine to gently bring your nervous system back in line, optimize gut health, digestion and hormones, and move any stuck energy or emotions that aren’t serving you well.

💚Letting an expert decide what your body needs and allowing yourself to be taken care of.

Acupuncture isn’t about demanding more of yourself, or discipline.

It’s about consistency, regulation, and giving your nervous system a safe space to step back and exhale.

This isn’t an intention you set in January and then lose all momentum by February... it’s a form of self-care that you can keep returning to year round, amd actually feel the long-term benefits from. Month after month, season after season.

📍 If you’re in Maine and ready for a gentler approach to wellness, we would love to support you.

🗓️ Book your session with one of our expert acupuncturists - just head to the link under our bio.

01/15/2026

This is why we LOVE acupuncture...!
It’s not just about one thing, it’s about supporting the whole body and looking at the bigger picture.

☯️ In Chinese Medicine, we don’t just consider the symptom- we go much deeper and look at all the individual pieces of the puzzle in order to help all the different systems communicate harmoniously, and identify areas where the flow of energy (Qi) can get stuck.

Often it’s the case that one thing leads to another, which is why the Traditional East Asian Medicine approach of looking at the root cause of the issue is so effective ✨

People walk into our clinic to seek help with many different issues- from headaches, to poor concentration, stress, anxiety, fertility issues, fatigue.... and even just something as broad as ‘I’m not feeling like myself’.

No two treatments will look exactly the same, because no two people and bodies are the same. Our goal is always to meet you where you are and support your body’s own ability to find balance and, no matter what you’re dealing with, acupuncture can pave the path to healing 🌻

If you’re curious whether we can help to support you through the challenges you’re experiencing with acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, we’re more than happy to talk you through it!

➡️ Just head to the link in our bio to book an appointment- our team at Six Branches is here to help, and we look forward to supporting you 🫶🏼

What a team! ⭐️Every one of our amazing acupuncture practitioners at Six Branches Family Acupuncture is trained to the h...
01/13/2026

What a team! ⭐️

Every one of our amazing acupuncture practitioners at Six Branches Family Acupuncture is trained to the highest standards and have experience in treating a wide range of issues- from chronic pain, to fertility and hormonal health, and common conditions of pregnancy.

We all come with our own individual styles and areas of specialist interest (and coffee orders!) ☕️ but, no matter who is in charge of your acupuncture treatments- you will find us all equal in our professional excellence, compassion, and shared values.

📞 Get in touch via the link in our bio to book an appointment. We can’t wait to meet you and support your wellbeing!



📷 Photo Credit: Marissa Elise Photography 📷

01/12/2026

You wake up tired. You push through the day on fumes. And by evening, you're either wired or completely depleted.

Sound familiar?

This is what burnout looks like in your body—your stress response has been on overdrive for so long that your system can't keep up.

You might also be dealing with:

● Trouble waking up, even after a full night's sleep
● Afternoon crashes that demand caffeine
● Brain fog and trouble concentrating
● Cravings for salt or sugar
● Low libido
● Difficulty recovering from stress or illness

The deep reserves of your vitality are running low and winter is the time to replenish.
If you start now, you can rebuild your foundation before spring asks even more of you.

We help your body rebuild its reserves so you're not just getting by—you're actually thriving again.

Don't wait until you're completely burnt out. Let's start restoring your energy now.
Get in touch through the link in our bio to request a new patient appointment.

Let's rebuild your energy together!

Our January nonprofit of the month is Planned Parenthood of Maine!Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider an...
01/09/2026

Our January nonprofit of the month is Planned Parenthood of Maine!

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable s*xual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of s*x education. Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care.

You can learn more about their work at and https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center/maine/portland/04101/portland-health-center-2940-91770

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At Rosemont Wellness Center, 619 Brighton Avenue #101
Portland, ME
04102

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
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Six Branches Family Acupuncture offers a holistic approach to healthcare for people of all ages. Appointments at Six Branches Family Acupuncture may include acupuncture, massage, cupping, moxabustion, and/or custom herbal consultations.

WHY SIX BRANCHES?

“Six Branches” refers to the idea of six major acupuncture meridians branching throughout the body like limbs of a strong tree. In traditional acupuncture, the meridians are thought of as pathways in the body for the movement of ‘Qi’. We don’t completely understand this phenomenon in modern scientific thinking but there have been studies that have shown higher electrical conductance through the fascia along the meridian pathways.