🎧 Episode 5: Sperm Matters: How Acupuncture Supports Male Fertility Too
In this episode of The WOVA Circle, I sit down with Aimee Ruiz, a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and fertility specialist who’s redefining how we approach reproductive health for both partners. Aimee shares why acupuncture is more than just a stress-relief tool, and how it can directly support egg quality, uterine lining, hormone balance, and most overlooked of all, male fertility.
This deeply grounded conversation highlights the whole-body factors that influence conception, with a special focus on the 70–75 day sperm development window and how targeted care during that time can change the trajectory of your fertility journey. From nervous system regulation to ancestral energy, Aimee brings together Eastern medicine wisdom and modern science to illuminate the root causes that blood tests alone can’t explain.
Listen Time: 32 minutes
Best For: Couples trying to conceive naturally or with IVF • Men looking to improve sperm health • Women with high stress or hormonal imbalances • Anyone navigating “unexplained infertility” • Couples seeking evidence-based integrative fertility support
What You'll Hear:
Acupuncture & Reproductive Health
• How acupuncture boosts uterine lining, egg quality, and ovulation
• Why nervous system regulation is key to conception
• The role of circulation, blood flow, and chi in fertility
Male Fertility: The Overlooked Half
• Why male fertility gets delayed or ignored in treatment plans
• What lifestyle, nutrition, and toxins are harming sperm quality
• The science behind the 70-day sperm reset (and how to use it)
Herbs, Supplements & Whole-Body Healing
• The importance of personalized care for each partner’s unique needs
• How she blends Chinese herbs and Western nutrition, herbs, and supplements to restore balance
• Why even “normal” sperm parameters don’t mean optimal fertility
The Power of Partnership
• How couples can work together to build the family they envision
• Why this journey requires emotional, physical, and relational support from both sides
• What to do if one partner is hesitant or emotionally disconnected
Aimee reminds us that fertility isn’t just about reproductive organs. It’s about your whole system. Whether you’re just starting out or have been TTC for years, this episode offers both clarity and compassion, with practical steps to support your body, your partner, and your future family.
Aimee Ruiz, L.Ac., FABORM, is the founder of East Bay Acupuncture and Nido Wellness, and a certified fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (FABORM). She is part of the WOVA network, offering integrative, whole-person care for individuals and couples on their fertility journey.
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