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Evanston, Illinois 60091
Acupuncture for Fertility & Whole-Woman Support
Whole-body support as you prepare for pregnancy. This isn’t just symptom-based care—it’s a more complete approach to fertility support.
Whether you’re just starting to try, dealing with irregular cycles, or going through fertility treatment, acupuncture can support cycle regulation, hormone balance, nervous system function, and blood flow to the reproductive organs.
If you’re trying to conceive—naturally or with assistance—acupuncture offers gentle, research-backed support that helps:
- Regulate your cycle
- Improve uterine and ovarian blood flow
- Supports egg quality and hormone balance
- Support ovulation + implantation
- Reduce stress and anxiety + calms the nervous system
- Complementary to IUI or IVF cycles
What to expect
Your session is a safe space to slow down, be seen, and receive.
We begin with a short conversation and gentle assessment of what’s going on physically, hormonally, and emotionally. Based on your needs, we may include:
- Acupuncture
- Nutritional or supplement recommendations
- Breath work or calming nervous system tools
- Environmental or lifestyle support
Dr. Brook Merkel
Board certified chiropractor and acupuncturist
Dr. Brook Merkel
Hi, I’m Dr. Brook.
I’m a women’s health practitioner specializing in chiropractic and acupuncture with a passion for supporting women’s wellness at every stage.
As a mother of three energetic boys, I understand the unique physical and emotional demands women face—whether you are trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, recovering postpartum, or simply seeking better balance in daily life.
At Nurture, we offer personalized, evidence-informed care that combines chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, nutritional guidance, and holistic lifestyle support. My focus is on hormone balance, reproductive health, cycle regularity, and whole-body wellness.
I believe women deserve empowering and compassionate support and they deserve to be listened to without judgement
If you’re ready to feel more balanced, more supported, and more like yourself, I’d be honored to help support you.
What makes us different?
This isn’t just Webster technique or symptom relief.
Our approach blends clinical tools with whole-body support:
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Gentle chiropractic + nervous system care
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Acupuncture + hormone balancing
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Personalized nutrition & lifestyle guidance – Practical, individualized strategies to optimize labs, reduce inflammation, and support long-term wellness.
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Collaborative model – We work alongside your OB, midwife, or fertility specialist to provide complementary care that fits seamlessly into your medical plan.
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We focus on addressing root contributors—not just masking symptoms
EDUCATION
BA, Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, University of the Pacific
Doctor of Chiropractic, National University of Health Sciences
CERTIFICATIONS
Webster Technique, ICPA
Mercier Therapy Practitioner
I highly recommend Dr. Brook and Mercier therapy. I wish more people knew about Mercier therapy and the wonderful outcomes it can have. My husband and I had trouble getting pregnant with a second child. 2 miscarriages over a year. 6 rounds of fertility treatments with no success. We were diagnosed with unexplained infertility. After a year and a half of struggling I went to go see Dr. Brook for Mercier therapy, adjustments, and acupuncture. I saw her consistently for 6 weeks. My husband and I conceived naturally a few months later, and didn’t miscarry. A dream for our family. The fertility drugs were so hard on my body. It was so nice to go back to a natural method that made my body feel normal again. I can’t recommend Dr. Brook enough. We are very thankful for her.
-Jane