In 2008, after trying to get pregnant for 6 months, I went to a fertility specialist who diagnosed me with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) after a few tests and an ultrasound. The first recommendation from my Dr. was to lose some weight and start a medication called Prometrium. Needless to say, PCOS can cause insulin resistance and makes it very difficult to lose weight. The medication the Dr. put me on made me feel sick to my stomach constantly and my hormones were out of control! I knew that I needed to seek help and find some method of managing my PCOS as well as getting pregnant without taking something that made me feel horrible!
I did some research, found out that acupuncture can do wonders with fertility challenges, and after some looking, I found Constance Rigney online. I picked up the phone and called her in January of 2009. She seemed very warm and welcoming on the phone and knew just what was going on with me after only a few minutes of chatting. The following week I went in for my first appointment with her. She WAS warm and welcoming, nonjudgmental, met me with a glowing smile, and found all sorts of issues with the way my body was working. Acupuncture really is amazing in that it helps get each system in your body working properly. Each system relies on one another, so if there is one problem here, you probably have another issue somewhere else.
I started going to Constance once a week for four months and she was always someone I looked forward to seeing. She continually made me hopeful and optimistic every week. After changing my diet, taking Chinese Herbs, going to acupuncture, and working out with a trainer once a week; I got my insulin in check, managed my PCOS, I lost 25 pounds, and I got pregnant!! I now have a beautiful son and I always say that Constance did 50% of the work bringing him into this world! haha
I can honestly say that without meeting Constance and her helping me with all my issues, I would not have my son today. I have referred many of my family and friends to her for each of their ailments. My dad who has Leukemia and Lupus looks forward to each treatment with Constance. He says much of his pain and inflammation as well as tiredness and feeling cold often is lifted after his sessions. My sister also has PCOS and has had tremendous help managing it from Constance. My husband and I both have gone to help with stress and anxiety. You name it Constance can help in some way make you feel better!! She has become like family to me and I hold a very special place in my heart for her!
Also, she can mix Chinese herbs for you at her office which is so convenient!! read more