Dr Kate Levett Acupuncture

Complementary Medicine for Managing Labour Pain 

Dr Kate Levett Acupuncture offers a caring environment in North Sydney NSW for couples and women who are expecting a baby or trying to conceive. 

I’m Kate and I make your journey to parenthood manageable with complementary therapies. My method, which was published in the BMJ Open Medical Journals under my thesis title Complementary Therapies for Labour and Birth Study, explores six evidence-based alternative therapies -- namely, massage, acupressure, breathing exercises, yoga,  visualisation, and partner support.

Using these types of complementary medicine during labour reduces the likelihood of medical procedures like applying anaesthesia, performing caesarean section or newborn resuscitation.

I have participated in several Cochrane Reviews in connection with acupuncture and acupressure; manual therapies; and relaxation and yoga for pain management during labour.

Aside from that, I specialise in research methods, epidemiology, Chinese Medicine and education.

As a research member of the School of Medicine at the University of Notre Dame in Sydney, I was awarded university grants to probe maternity research at the ND Clinical School, Auburn Hospital. 

I analysed the demographics of the region and the usual complaints of women during pregnancy. I also initiated research on cultural sensitivity to educate medical students who are involved in obstetrical care.   

I run my own private acupuncture practice where I treat couples and women with pregnancy and fertility issues, as well as hormonal and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. 

Book an appointment and let me guide you during this exciting stage of your life.