Summary
Join host Lauren Mishcon on ‘From Tummy to Mommy’ as she interviews fertility acupuncturist Nava Carmen, who reveals the fascinating science behind acupuncture for women’s reproductive health. Discover how modern research shows real needles activate the brain’s limbic system differently than ‘sham’ needles, and learn why acupuncture is mobilizing the body’s natural healing systems at a cellular level. Carmen shares compelling case studies, including how she successfully treated recurrent miscarriage by naturally restoring progesterone levels through integrated Chinese medicine approaches. This eye-opening conversation explores the critical differences between qualified practitioners and weekend-trained ‘dry needlers,’ while demystifying how ancient Chinese herbs work as pharmacological compounds to support fertility, pregnancy, and women’s hormonal health.