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I’d had several failed rounds of fertility treatment and several pregnancy losses. I felt deflated, frustrated, confused and very unsure about where to turn. After a really successful round of IVF in April 2023 having started acupuncture with Valerie in August 2022, obtaining four top quality embryos. The third embryo transfer worked and I am now 17 weeks pregnant.

I genuinely believe I would not have made it here without Valerie’s expert support and advice. The fertility journey was long and very hard, but I feel positive about it, as it led me to my rainbow baby.

Just a huge thank you!

Lucy, Wales

“I have been very happy with the treatment you provide, and you have a calm and relaxing way. I really appreciated your advice about the supplements to take, and I feel the acupuncture sessions helped me feel prepared for the embryo transfer. It was so helpful on the day of the transfer to have the sessions before and after, especially after the stressful time at the clinic, it helped so much to come back and have an hour to get totally relaxed again.”

A.W. Bristol

“I feel good, thanks. I’ve slept a lot since – I was awake in the night but not for long and slept in quite late today.

I feel refreshed, and my head feels clearer than it has for a few weeks.”

D.G. Bristol

“I contacted Valerie when I was a few months into my journey to conceiving, having had a miscarriage six months previously. I really appreciate the thorough consultation Valerie did with me and my partner and her friendly, practical/ realistic and non-judgemental approach. I then started having weekly acupuncture sessions with Valerie and found out I was pregnant within the first month of these sessions. It was incredibly reassuring having Valerie as support through this time. From the simple aspect of having someone to check in with each week in relation to what I was feeling and experiencing and to give advice on diet and symptoms such as nausea; to the more therapeutic aspect of receiving acupuncture treatment helping to maintain/balance my energy, alleviate fatigue/ nausea and general aches and pains. During this time, I also had Covid and a cold and felt immediate improvements to reduced breath capacity/ blocked sinuses after acupuncture treatment with Valerie.”

Helen, Bristol

We started trying for a baby in 2020 and couldn’t believe that I got pregnant straight away, however, I sadly miscarried a few weeks later. Following that, we’d been trying for around 8 months before I came to see Valerie. I was feeling quite obsessive and lonely with the whole process.

It’s been a long journey since then but I’m now 17 weeks pregnant following our second IVF transfer and we are so excited. I feel relieved, thankful and am enjoying each milestone of pregnancy.

Valerie has supported us with advice and regular acupuncture sessions. These sessions quite quickly lengthened my luteal phase and I found them very relaxing. I also noticed improvements in my energy. I think the most valuable thing over the past 2+ years has been having an ally to navigate the fertility system with, which can feel so overwhelming.

She has advised us on what to push for or do ourselves, from tests with our GP, referrals for additional tests that are not covered by the NHS, IVF and supporting my husband with his varicocele removal. Our funds are limited, and she really helped us to prioritise and persevere through the NHS system.

She’s helped me to feel in control and like we were doing all we can at each stage, despite it being a long process.

Thank you Valerie!

Jess, Bristol

I first approached Valerie after becoming concerned about my short cycle lengths and how it could be impacting our attempts to conceive.

Following an in-depth consultation, Valerie provided insightful advice on my diet, supplements, lifestyle plus some handy tips and tricks. No question was too silly.

After working hard to make some big changes alongside weekly acupuncture sessions, my cycles adjusted and I’m pleased so say I’m now 16 weeks pregnant. Like many women, getting to this point has not been straight forward for me and the amount of information out there is overwhelming.

I decided to build a team of support and I have found working with experts like Valerie to be invaluable. I’m very grateful to her and would recommend her services to anyone who needs help navigating their way through the fog.

Freya, Bristol

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How can I be of service to you?

I am thinking of offering a few one-off video call consultations to help you move forward on your fertility goals ready for 2026.

The session could be 50-80 minutes depending on your needs.

Things we could talk about:
💜 Easy to implement but impactful lifestyle changes
💜 Supplements - maybe you are just taking a multi and you’re not sure if it’s right for you
💜 Testing - we could either look at the test results you have, or talk about what would be a good next step for you
💜 Male fertility, especially when f some of his parameters are suboptimal
💜 Female fertility, if you have problem periods or have been told there is something wrong, or maybe you just know there is something wrong

In one session we would need to pick one or two things to talk about. If you are not sure what to pick, I will be able to guide you from a brief history and test results that you already have.

You are welcome whether you have worked with me before, or if you are new to working with me.

If this sounds interesting to you, send me a DM to start the conversation. ✨

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How can I be of service to you? I am thinking of offering a few one-off video call consultations to help you move forward on your fertility goals ready for 2026. The session could be 50-80 minutes depending on your needs. Things we could talk about: 💜 Easy to implement but impactful lifestyle changes 💜 Supplements - maybe you are just taking a multi and you’re not sure if it’s right for you 💜 Testing - we could either look at the test results you have, or talk about what would be a good next step for you 💜 Male fertility, especially when f some of his parameters are suboptimal 💜 Female fertility, if you have problem periods or have been told there is something wrong, or maybe you just know there is something wrong In one session we would need to pick one or two things to talk about. If you are not sure what to pick, I will be able to guide you from a brief history and test results that you already have. You are welcome whether you have worked with me before, or if you are new to working with me. If this sounds interesting to you, send me a DM to start the conversation. ✨

I follow a lot of fertility pages here, to make sure I am up to date and to see what others are up to.

One thing that annoys me at this time every year is this assumption that asking someone when they are going to have a baby is rude and offensive.

I do not think it is necessarily a rude question.

It may come from a family member or friend who is actually concerned about you. They may genuinely wonder whether this is something you are thinking about and struggling with. They may have struggled themselves and wished someone had asked them the question so they could have talked about it. They may have some insights or suggestions or support to offer.

Being told on social media how to feel when someone asks you when you are going to have a baby, or sibling for your child (if you are dealing with secondary infertility) is not helpful. It puts you into a state of anger automatically, when you hear that question.

Your family and friends often love you and want to support you. Maybe plan a truthful answer. They may be so happy that you were honest with them, or they may be surprised, but at least it opens up the conversation.

And finally, by being negative about this question, it is encouraging shame around being on a more challenging fertility journey. You don’t need to feel shame, and feeling shame will likely make things worse - Traditional Chinese Medicine theory where stuck emotions can lead to physical symptoms.

So my takeaway for you, is to have a think about what you want your response to be. Maybe it varies depending on who is asking. Yes, it is a personal question, but maybe this person cares about you. What is the worst that could happen if you gave an honest answer.

📷 Photo from a beautiful walk I went on.

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I follow a lot of fertility pages here, to make sure I am up to date and to see what others are up to. One thing that annoys me at this time every year is this assumption that asking someone when they are going to have a baby is rude and offensive. I do not think it is necessarily a rude question. It may come from a family member or friend who is actually concerned about you. They may genuinely wonder whether this is something you are thinking about and struggling with. They may have struggled themselves and wished someone had asked them the question so they could have talked about it. They may have some insights or suggestions or support to offer. Being told on social media how to feel when someone asks you when you are going to have a baby, or sibling for your child (if you are dealing with secondary infertility) is not helpful. It puts you into a state of anger automatically, when you hear that question. Your family and friends often love you and want to support you. Maybe plan a truthful answer. They may be so happy that you were honest with them, or they may be surprised, but at least it opens up the conversation. And finally, by being negative about this question, it is encouraging shame around being on a more challenging fertility journey. You don’t need to feel shame, and feeling shame will likely make things worse - Traditional Chinese Medicine theory where stuck emotions can lead to physical symptoms. So my takeaway for you, is to have a think about what you want your response to be. Maybe it varies depending on who is asking. Yes, it is a personal question, but maybe this person cares about you. What is the worst that could happen if you gave an honest answer. 📷 Photo from a beautiful walk I went on.

The truth is I don’t know everything about fertility.

But I am happy to admit that.

When something shows up that is new to me, it excites me and I go away and learn about it.

When I was training 8-12 years ago (it was a four year course) there was a focus on microbiome testing for gut health. But when I entered the advanced fertility space 5-6 years ago, I saw how important vaginal microbiome testing was. And that has evolved into semen, urine and uterine microbiome testing, depending on what is going on.

The point is, this testing has been around for a while now and it continues to evolve. It is scientific. Tests are developed by microbiologists with PhDs and results are processed in high quality labs. So why do the mainstream medical professionals not accept this more?

Time and time again, I see microbiome testing make a huge difference for couples. It is not the only avenue we explore, but it is a common one.

I am not taking on clients but I am thinking about a new offering to support people on a fertility journey to get the direction they need so they feel empowered and confident going forward.

What would help you? A course? A messaging service where we can talk through what support you need, talk about anything from food, to test results to supplements or lifestyle changes. Feel free to DM me if you have any ideas. I want it to be exactly what you need.

📷 This sunshine is so welcome on a cold crisp morning ☀️

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The truth is I don’t know everything about fertility. But I am happy to admit that. When something shows up that is new to me, it excites me and I go away and learn about it. When I was training 8-12 years ago (it was a four year course) there was a focus on microbiome testing for gut health. But when I entered the advanced fertility space 5-6 years ago, I saw how important vaginal microbiome testing was. And that has evolved into semen, urine and uterine microbiome testing, depending on what is going on. The point is, this testing has been around for a while now and it continues to evolve. It is scientific. Tests are developed by microbiologists with PhDs and results are processed in high quality labs. So why do the mainstream medical professionals not accept this more? Time and time again, I see microbiome testing make a huge difference for couples. It is not the only avenue we explore, but it is a common one. I am not taking on clients but I am thinking about a new offering to support people on a fertility journey to get the direction they need so they feel empowered and confident going forward. What would help you? A course? A messaging service where we can talk through what support you need, talk about anything from food, to test results to supplements or lifestyle changes. Feel free to DM me if you have any ideas. I want it to be exactly what you need. 📷 This sunshine is so welcome on a cold crisp morning ☀️

I am finding Oracle cards really helpful at the moment. In particular a pack called The Sacred Forest by Denise Linn.

This afternoon I pulled a card called Raven Spirit - Truth.

It is all about finding your truth and speaking your truth.

It has given me a lot to think about as I had been feeling very frustrated about the fertility world.

Well respected consultants telling men their sperm is fine. It wasn’t and we found an organism linked to miscarriage.

More well respected consultants telling women it is their fault. Even when her reproductive immunology tests are only slightly raised and there has been no thorough investigation into him. My view: an infection present in both of them is causing this slight increase AND affecting sperm quality.

I am taking some time to think about how I deal with this.

Why would someone listen to an acupuncturist, or even a fertility acupuncturist, when well respected doctors are saying something different.

I am not taking on clients at the moment. I am going to sit with this and see if there is a way forward.

When people follow my advice, there are wonderful results. But so many people are suspicious, and quite rightly so.

Or people take the advice and then don’t see it through, trying to save money. I completely understand it is hard at the moment. But that means you lose a resource which works when the doctor’s advice doesn’t get you the results you want.

I am not sure what is going to come next from me. I have a huge amount of knowledge and it is bubbling and wanting to come out and be shared, but I am not sure the best way to do it, to protect myself from negativity of often (not always) unsupportive partners.

It will probably be a few months before this offering comes out. But if you know what you want, feel free to let me know and I will take it into account.

For now I will speak my truth, and hopefully the people who need to see it, will, and those who don’t will scroll on by.

Best of luck to everyone who is currently on their fertility journey. I really hope you find what you need to get over the line.

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I am finding Oracle cards really helpful at the moment. In particular a pack called The Sacred Forest by Denise Linn. This afternoon I pulled a card called Raven Spirit - Truth. It is all about finding your truth and speaking your truth. It has given me a lot to think about as I had been feeling very frustrated about the fertility world. Well respected consultants telling men their sperm is fine. It wasn’t and we found an organism linked to miscarriage. More well respected consultants telling women it is their fault. Even when her reproductive immunology tests are only slightly raised and there has been no thorough investigation into him. My view: an infection present in both of them is causing this slight increase AND affecting sperm quality. I am taking some time to think about how I deal with this. Why would someone listen to an acupuncturist, or even a fertility acupuncturist, when well respected doctors are saying something different. I am not taking on clients at the moment. I am going to sit with this and see if there is a way forward. When people follow my advice, there are wonderful results. But so many people are suspicious, and quite rightly so. Or people take the advice and then don’t see it through, trying to save money. I completely understand it is hard at the moment. But that means you lose a resource which works when the doctor’s advice doesn’t get you the results you want. I am not sure what is going to come next from me. I have a huge amount of knowledge and it is bubbling and wanting to come out and be shared, but I am not sure the best way to do it, to protect myself from negativity of often (not always) unsupportive partners. It will probably be a few months before this offering comes out. But if you know what you want, feel free to let me know and I will take it into account. For now I will speak my truth, and hopefully the people who need to see it, will, and those who don’t will scroll on by. Best of luck to everyone who is currently on their fertility journey. I really hope you find what you need to get over the line.

Acupuncture has become a bit of a buzz word when it comes to ticking the boxes to support your fertility.

As an acupuncturist, I think it is great, but I know it isn’t everything.

This is why I place a great level of importance on:

✨Seeing both of you - male fertility is often overlooked but vitally important.

✨Making sure you are taking good quality supplements and the right supplements, not just the latest trend.

✨Supporting you to get the answers you need so you can fix your problems and go on to have more pregnancies and births to achieve the family you originally set out to have.

The results come easily when you follow my process. This is why I speak to potential clients before we start working together, because I don’t want the way I work to be a surprise.

There will likely be costs for testing and supplements and you may find a new way of eating is more expensive. But I aim to do it all in a manageable and cost effective way for you.

If you are in your 30s or 40s and feeling lost or not sure what to do next on your fertility journey, my 4 Month Conception Reset package might be just what you need. Please feel free to DM me to find out more, or you can book a free 15 minute call using the link in my bio @valerie_salt_fertility

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Acupuncture has become a bit of a buzz word when it comes to ticking the boxes to support your fertility. As an acupuncturist, I think it is great, but I know it isn’t everything. This is why I place a great level of importance on: ✨Seeing both of you - male fertility is often overlooked but vitally important. ✨Making sure you are taking good quality supplements and the right supplements, not just the latest trend. ✨Supporting you to get the answers you need so you can fix your problems and go on to have more pregnancies and births to achieve the family you originally set out to have. The results come easily when you follow my process. This is why I speak to potential clients before we start working together, because I don’t want the way I work to be a surprise. There will likely be costs for testing and supplements and you may find a new way of eating is more expensive. But I aim to do it all in a manageable and cost effective way for you. If you are in your 30s or 40s and feeling lost or not sure what to do next on your fertility journey, my 4 Month Conception Reset package might be just what you need. Please feel free to DM me to find out more, or you can book a free 15 minute call using the link in my bio @valerie_salt_fertility

✨ Every now and then, when I feel stuck, this quote pops into my mind:

“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you always got.”

And it’s so true, especially when it comes to fertility.

💫 I’m endlessly curious about the science of fertility and hormone health, it’s my passion and my purpose. I dive deep into both medical and natural approaches, because when we understand why things are happening in your body, that’s when we can make real, lasting change.

Sometimes, the smallest tweak creates a huge shift.
Other times, we dig deeper, uncovering what’s really going on and finding the right path forward.

🌱 So, where are you right now in your fertility journey?

Feeling stuck? Confused? Unsure what to try next?

Maybe it’s time to do something different, to finally change your path and open up new possibilities.

If you’re in your 30s or 40s and longing to feel in tune with your body again, my Four Month Conception Reset is designed to help you:
✨ Understand your unique situation
✨ Restore balance naturally or with the right medical interventions if necessary
✨ Create the best possible environment for conception

You don’t have to keep guessing or going it alone.

💬 DM me to find out more, or book a free 15-minute clarity call via the link in my bio @valerie_salt_fertility

❤️ You deserve a plan that works — and a body that feels really well.

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✨ Every now and then, when I feel stuck, this quote pops into my mind: “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you always got.” And it’s so true, especially when it comes to fertility. 💫 I’m endlessly curious about the science of fertility and hormone health, it’s my passion and my purpose. I dive deep into both medical and natural approaches, because when we understand why things are happening in your body, that’s when we can make real, lasting change. Sometimes, the smallest tweak creates a huge shift. Other times, we dig deeper, uncovering what’s really going on and finding the right path forward. 🌱 So, where are you right now in your fertility journey? Feeling stuck? Confused? Unsure what to try next? Maybe it’s time to do something different, to finally change your path and open up new possibilities. If you’re in your 30s or 40s and longing to feel in tune with your body again, my Four Month Conception Reset is designed to help you: ✨ Understand your unique situation ✨ Restore balance naturally or with the right medical interventions if necessary ✨ Create the best possible environment for conception You don’t have to keep guessing or going it alone. 💬 DM me to find out more, or book a free 15-minute clarity call via the link in my bio @valerie_salt_fertility ❤️ You deserve a plan that works — and a body that feels really well.

✨ Why investing in your health before IVF is priceless ✨

Last week, I spoke with a male fertility client who came in feeling confident that his side of the fertility equation was “fine.” But testing revealed multiple issues we needed to address.

With the right support, we uncovered not only fertility factors but also another health issue that his GP is now investigating. He told me something powerful:

💬 “I didn’t realise I didn’t feel well… I thought because I could keep going, I was ok. But now I know how much better I can feel.”

After simple but tailored changes—nutrition, lifestyle shifts, and targeted supplements—he feels lighter, healthier, more energised, and deeply optimistic about the path ahead.

This couple could have gone straight to private IVF (costing £5–10k+, with only a 30% chance of success). Instead, they chose to work with me to uncover and resolve the root causes of their struggles.

Now? They’re not only in a much better place for conception—they’re investing in long-term health and vitality.

🌿 My Four Month Conception Reset is designed exactly for this: giving you the clarity, support, and transformation you need to create the healthiest foundation for pregnancy.

If you want to feel your best while optimising your fertility, DM me today. Or, if you’re ready to take action, book a free 15-minute call through the link in my bio @valerie_salt_fertility 💫

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✨ Why investing in your health before IVF is priceless ✨ Last week, I spoke with a male fertility client who came in feeling confident that his side of the fertility equation was “fine.” But testing revealed multiple issues we needed to address. With the right support, we uncovered not only fertility factors but also another health issue that his GP is now investigating. He told me something powerful: 💬 “I didn’t realise I didn’t feel well… I thought because I could keep going, I was ok. But now I know how much better I can feel.” After simple but tailored changes—nutrition, lifestyle shifts, and targeted supplements—he feels lighter, healthier, more energised, and deeply optimistic about the path ahead. This couple could have gone straight to private IVF (costing £5–10k+, with only a 30% chance of success). Instead, they chose to work with me to uncover and resolve the root causes of their struggles. Now? They’re not only in a much better place for conception—they’re investing in long-term health and vitality. 🌿 My Four Month Conception Reset is designed exactly for this: giving you the clarity, support, and transformation you need to create the healthiest foundation for pregnancy. If you want to feel your best while optimising your fertility, DM me today. Or, if you’re ready to take action, book a free 15-minute call through the link in my bio @valerie_salt_fertility 💫

✨ Sometimes life feels like you’re standing in front of a wall with no way through. ✨

I know that feeling deeply — when nothing seems to shift, when every option feels confusing, when you wonder if the answers even exist.

But often, it only takes one small spark — an instinct, a seed, a whisper — to show you the path forward.

Recently, I had this with my daughter. She was struggling at school, and I followed an inkling to reach out to another mum. That conversation opened a whole new world of possibility — and suddenly, what felt heavy and hopeless turned into excitement and hope again.

🌱 Fertility can feel the same way. Many of my clients come to me unsure what acupuncture really does, unaware of the hidden blocks that can be gently released, or even that there are powerful tests and natural shifts that doctors rarely explore.

And then… the seed gets planted. Clarity arrives. The path forward appears.

💌 In just the past few weeks, three of my past clients reached out to tell me they’re pregnant — two with their second babies. Once we’ve reset the root causes of fertility challenges, the body remembers how to conceive with more ease.

✨ This is what my 4-Month Conception Reset is all about: helping you clear what’s been in the way, nurture your body with the right support, and unlock the next chapter of your fertility story.

If you’re ready to plant that seed, DM me today to begin your reset. 💫

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✨ Sometimes life feels like you’re standing in front of a wall with no way through. ✨ I know that feeling deeply — when nothing seems to shift, when every option feels confusing, when you wonder if the answers even exist. But often, it only takes one small spark — an instinct, a seed, a whisper — to show you the path forward. Recently, I had this with my daughter. She was struggling at school, and I followed an inkling to reach out to another mum. That conversation opened a whole new world of possibility — and suddenly, what felt heavy and hopeless turned into excitement and hope again. 🌱 Fertility can feel the same way. Many of my clients come to me unsure what acupuncture really does, unaware of the hidden blocks that can be gently released, or even that there are powerful tests and natural shifts that doctors rarely explore. And then… the seed gets planted. Clarity arrives. The path forward appears. 💌 In just the past few weeks, three of my past clients reached out to tell me they’re pregnant — two with their second babies. Once we’ve reset the root causes of fertility challenges, the body remembers how to conceive with more ease. ✨ This is what my 4-Month Conception Reset is all about: helping you clear what’s been in the way, nurture your body with the right support, and unlock the next chapter of your fertility story. If you’re ready to plant that seed, DM me today to begin your reset. 💫

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