Naturopathic Doctor Leila Turner

June 17, 2024

We had the pleasure to spend time with Dr. Leila Turner, a Naturopathic Doctor. She has practiced at Living Wellness Medical Center in Arcadia since 2016 and shares our passion for Women's Health.

Molly Dean, Owner of A New Path Psychotherapy Services

April 12, 2024

We had the pleasure to sit down on the Blue Couch with Molly Dean of A New Path Psychotherapy Services and talk about the importance of maternal mental health and that one of the keys is getting help as soon as possible.

Urban Roots Farms Interview

February 20, 2024

Interview from the Blue Couch with Robb Blackaby of Urban Roots Farms (URF). Urban Roots Farm is an indoor farm located in Scottsdale that specializes in growing microgreens and edible flowers. Urban Roots operates using cutting-edge technology, allowing them to efficiently control every aspect of the growing process, providing nutrient rich products while maintaining their commitment to sustainability.

Tracy Eldevick LMT, Women's Health Massage Specialist

October 27, 2023

This has been a fun opportunity to interview one of our own. Tracy Eldevick has been a part of the ilumina family since 2012. You recognize her from the front desk but over the past few years she has also played another role here at the clinic as our massage therapist. She has been licensed since 2001 and has been able to fill this spot seamlessly with her experience as a therapist and her expansive knowledge of our patient population.

FLY Health + Wellness

September 16, 2022

Interview From the Blue Couch with Robin Scott of FLY Health + Wellness, a wellness and lifestyle coaching business with customized programs.

Kinfolk Optimal Living

April 29, 2020

We are excited to introduce you to Dr. Keiko and Dr. Sera from Kinfolk Optimal Living located in Scottsdale.

Acupuncture and TCM Support for Breastfeeding

August 30, 2022

August pays tribute to the importance of breastfeeding both nationally & worldwide. Breastfeeding has so many benefits for mother and child but can definitely have its challenges. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture can benefit milk supply and support a lactating mother.

Dana Price elected as President of the ABORM.

August 12, 2022

We are very excited to announce that ilumina owner and clinical director, Dana Price, as been elected as President of the ABORM

9 Ways to Manage Morning Sickness And All Day Nausea During Pregnancy

May 6, 2022

Many women suffer from nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy. Despite the name “Morning sickness” symptoms can arise during any part of the day or can linger all day and all night.

Libido Recharge, Part III

April 21, 2022

For part three of our Libido Recharge blog series I would like to explore a far too common reason for low libido- “I’m too tired for sex” .

Libido Recharge, Part II

March 25, 2022

In the first of this three part series, I brought to attention the #metoo movement and asked the reader to visualize what a completely unhindered expression of female sexuality would like like.

The Libido Recharge, Part I

March 1, 2022

The #metoo movement has really opened my eyes to how prevalent sexual trauma is for girls and women in our society with incidents ranging to very forceful and overt to the subtle sprinklings on day to day life.

Perimenopause/Menopause and the Power of Chinese Medicine

October 4, 2024

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), particularly acupuncture, has been used for centuries to help manage menopausal symptoms by balancing the body's Qi (energy) and supporting the internal organ systems. It can be a natural way to balance hormones.

Acupuncture for Fertility

September 6, 2024

Acupuncture has emerged as the leading integrative approach in the field of reproductive medicine, particularly for individuals experiencing infertility. Infertility can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience for many people and acupuncture can be a way to reduce stress and anxiety and improve outcomes early in the process thus potentially decreasing the use of IVF and other invasive therapies.

Benefits of Acupuncture for Assisted Reproductive Treatments

July 17, 2024

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can be a powerful tool to help increase success rates for those seeking assisted reproductive treatments. Fertility acupuncture is becoming well known and is a gentle way to bring the body into balance and increase fertility for those working with a Fertility Endocrinologist and attempting medicated/IUI cycles or IVF.

Why Choose ilumina for Your FET Transfer Day Acupuncture?

January 10, 2024

You have worked so hard to prepare for your transfer day. Choosing to incorporate acupuncture can be a worthwhile decision. Choosing who should attend does matter. Having a practitioner with experience, flexibility, and filled with compassion is key.

From Fertility to Pregnancy.  Powerful Results with Electro-Acupuncture

September 21, 2023

From Fertility to Pregnancy, Electro-acupuncture is having powerful results in IVF, natural cycles, and “acu-labor induction”! What is electro-acupuncture, you might be asking. We insert the needles into the usual indicated points and use tiny little prongs that hold onto the needle and the electric impulse brings a more isolated stimulation to the acupuncture point.

Importance of Infertility Awareness

April 3, 2023

Based on a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are over one million couples in the U.S. who are unable to get pregnant even after a year of trying. Bringing awareness to infertility helps open the dialogue, provide resources, and create community for all those who struggle.

Acupuncture for Fertility

September 6, 2024

Acupuncture has emerged as the leading integrative approach in the field of reproductive medicine, particularly for individuals experiencing infertility. Infertility can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience for many people and acupuncture can be a way to reduce stress and anxiety and improve outcomes early in the process thus potentially decreasing the use of IVF and other invasive therapies.

Benefits of Acupuncture for Assisted Reproductive Treatments

July 17, 2024

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can be a powerful tool to help increase success rates for those seeking assisted reproductive treatments. Fertility acupuncture is becoming well known and is a gentle way to bring the body into balance and increase fertility for those working with a Fertility Endocrinologist and attempting medicated/IUI cycles or IVF.

Why Choose ilumina for Your FET Transfer Day Acupuncture?

January 10, 2024

You have worked so hard to prepare for your transfer day. Choosing to incorporate acupuncture can be a worthwhile decision. Choosing who should attend does matter. Having a practitioner with experience, flexibility, and filled with compassion is key.

Tracy Eldevick LMT, Women's Health Massage Specialist

October 27, 2023

This has been a fun opportunity to interview one of our own. Tracy Eldevick has been a part of the ilumina family since 2012. You recognize her from the front desk but over the past few years she has also played another role here at the clinic as our massage therapist. She has been licensed since 2001 and has been able to fill this spot seamlessly with her experience as a therapist and her expansive knowledge of our patient population.

From Fertility to Pregnancy.  Powerful Results with Electro-Acupuncture

September 21, 2023

From Fertility to Pregnancy, Electro-acupuncture is having powerful results in IVF, natural cycles, and “acu-labor induction”! What is electro-acupuncture, you might be asking. We insert the needles into the usual indicated points and use tiny little prongs that hold onto the needle and the electric impulse brings a more isolated stimulation to the acupuncture point.

6 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Toxin Load Today and Help Boost Fertility

June 13, 2023

In our modern day setting we also take into consideration toxins that maybe weren’t a problem or around 1,000+ years ago. Our job is to guide you down a road of information and solution without creating overwhelm.

Acupuncture and cupping for neck, upper back and shoulder pain

August 31, 2021

Do you have neck and shoulder pain? Many people are now spending more time than ever on computers. As well as getting injuries from sports, outdoor activities and just lifting things on a daily basis.

The Pandemic and your Sleep

June 28, 2021

The pandemic has undeniably affected our quality of sleep. Mood and sleep disorders have increased since the onset of the pandemic

Toxins and Their Effects on your Health and Fertility

May 19, 2021

Toxins have a role in chronic disease, unexplained infertility, cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Non-Toxic Cleaning Solutions

October 19, 2020

Now that we are all living in a world where we need to clean and sanitize more often due to the pandemic, it’s helpful to have guides to help.

Fertility Yoga: The Evidence

May 9, 2019

Recently, I was asked to put together a handout reviewing the research supporting the benefits of fertility yoga. I am often recommending these modalities to patients for self-care during preconception, pregnancy and post-partum and even I was surprised by the wealth of evidence out there.

Self Care for the Holidays: Advice from Your Acupuncturist

Finding the time for self-care during the busy holiday season can be difficult. With travel, preparations, hosting, attending, giving and receiving, most of us are just over extended and we have to find areas of our lives where we can chisel away the time to make the holiday magic.

Acupuncture for Fertility

September 6, 2024

Acupuncture has emerged as the leading integrative approach in the field of reproductive medicine, particularly for individuals experiencing infertility. Infertility can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience for many people and acupuncture can be a way to reduce stress and anxiety and improve outcomes early in the process thus potentially decreasing the use of IVF and other invasive therapies.

Benefits of Acupuncture & Integrative Therapies for Assisted Reproductive Treatments 

January 20, 2023

There are multiple reasons that a woman may choose to use assisted reproductive treatments, and supporting treatment plans can be customized to best support each individual situation.

Acupuncture on Embryo Transfer Day Can Increase Chance of Pregnancy by 10%

December 15, 2020

Nearly 1.6% of all infants born in the United States every year are born using Assisted Reproductive Technology.

Your IUI/IVF/FET is postponed. What now?

March 31, 2020

March was a tough month. With the COVID-19 pandemic taking root and dramatically increasing in the United States most reproductive therapies including IUI, IVF, FET and the diagnostic procedures associated with them were postponed.

Latest Research on Acupuncture and IVF

June 28, 2019

t’s very exciting to see that the success of Chinese Medicine is attracting more and more attention by advanced western research.

Self Care During IVF

February 1, 2019

Learn more about self care during IVF.

Acupuncture and Men’s Health

July 21, 2020

Increasingly, more men are seeking acupuncture to address a wide range of issues. We create a calm and welcoming space for treatment. At ilumina Healing Sanctuary, we specialize in women’s health and fertility, but we also treat men and want them to feel welcome to come in for treatment.

The Immune System and Treatment of Epidemics with Chinese Medicine

April 17, 2020

We are living in a time of pandemic. This situation is newer to us, but Chinese Medicine has been dealing with epidemics for centuries.

Acupuncture for Treatment of Headaches and Migraines

August 8, 2019

Many people suffer from chronic tension headaches or migraines and taking medication all the time can be hard on your overall health and well being.

Tracy Eldevick LMT, Women's Health Massage Specialist

October 27, 2023

This has been a fun opportunity to interview one of our own. Tracy Eldevick has been a part of the ilumina family since 2012. You recognize her from the front desk but over the past few years she has also played another role here at the clinic as our massage therapist. She has been licensed since 2001 and has been able to fill this spot seamlessly with her experience as a therapist and her expansive knowledge of our patient population.

From Fertility to Pregnancy.  Powerful Results with Electro-Acupuncture

September 21, 2023

From Fertility to Pregnancy, Electro-acupuncture is having powerful results in IVF, natural cycles, and “acu-labor induction”! What is electro-acupuncture, you might be asking. We insert the needles into the usual indicated points and use tiny little prongs that hold onto the needle and the electric impulse brings a more isolated stimulation to the acupuncture point.

7 Reasons to Consider Acupuncture During the First Trimester of Pregnancy

February 22, 2023

Many patients ask if acupuncture is safe or necessary during pregnancy and the answer is: yes! Just make sure that you see an acupuncturist that is trained in pregnancy acupuncture. Here at ilumina Healing Sanctuary, we specialize in pregnancy acupuncture. We treat women during preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

Acupuncture and TCM Support for Breastfeeding

August 30, 2022

August pays tribute to the importance of breastfeeding both nationally & worldwide. Breastfeeding has so many benefits for mother and child but can definitely have its challenges. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture can benefit milk supply and support a lactating mother.

9 Ways to Manage Morning Sickness And All Day Nausea During Pregnancy

May 6, 2022

Many women suffer from nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy. Despite the name “Morning sickness” symptoms can arise during any part of the day or can linger all day and all night.

Can I Get Acupuncture During My Pregnancy?

September 14, 2020

It’s no secret that acupuncture is used by many women to get pregnant. Once pregnant, they don’t know if they should keep scheduling appointments with their practitioner.

Perimenopause/Menopause and the Power of Chinese Medicine

October 4, 2024

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), particularly acupuncture, has been used for centuries to help manage menopausal symptoms by balancing the body's Qi (energy) and supporting the internal organ systems. It can be a natural way to balance hormones.

Molly Dean, Owner of A New Path Psychotherapy Services

April 12, 2024

We had the pleasure to sit down on the Blue Couch with Molly Dean of A New Path Psychotherapy Services and talk about the importance of maternal mental health and that one of the keys is getting help as soon as possible.

7 Reasons to Consider Acupuncture During the First Trimester of Pregnancy

February 22, 2023

Many patients ask if acupuncture is safe or necessary during pregnancy and the answer is: yes! Just make sure that you see an acupuncturist that is trained in pregnancy acupuncture. Here at ilumina Healing Sanctuary, we specialize in pregnancy acupuncture. We treat women during preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

FLY Health + Wellness

September 16, 2022

Interview From the Blue Couch with Robin Scott of FLY Health + Wellness, a wellness and lifestyle coaching business with customized programs.

Libido Recharge, Part III

April 21, 2022

For part three of our Libido Recharge blog series I would like to explore a far too common reason for low libido- “I’m too tired for sex” .

The Libido Recharge, Part I

March 1, 2022

The #metoo movement has really opened my eyes to how prevalent sexual trauma is for girls and women in our society with incidents ranging to very forceful and overt to the subtle sprinklings on day to day life.