The Empower Fertility Program
A personalized, whole-body approach designed to support your fertility from the inside out, with guidance and support every step of the way.
About the Program
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The Empower Fertility Program is a personalized, year-long fertility program designed to help you optimize your health and prepare your body for pregnancy; whether you are trying to conceive naturally or alongside fertility treatments.
Fertility is about more than just getting pregnant—it’s about creating a healthy foundation for your body and your future family. The Empower Fertility Program takes a whole-body approach to help you understand your body, identify areas that may need support, and create a personalized plan for your fertility journey. Through Mercier Therapy, individualized chiropractic care, and functional medicine, we work together to support your physical, hormonal, and overall well-being as you prepare for conception.
The program is intentionally designed as a 12-month journey because optimizing fertility and supporting reproductive health takes time. Throughout the year, your care plan will evolve alongside your progress, allowing us to make thoughtful adjustments as your body responds. Whether you've just started trying to conceive or have been navigating infertility for months or years, you don't have to walk this journey alone. I'll be here to support, guide, and care for you every step of the way.
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The Empower Fertility Program may be a great fit if you are:
Trying to conceive naturally
Experiencing unexplained infertility or secondary infertility
Navigating challenges such as PMOS, irregular cycles, endometriosis, or painful periods
Recovering from a C-section, pelvic surgery, or birth-related changes
Experiencing diminished ovarian reserve
Preparing for IUI or IVF
Experiencing recurrent pregnancy loss
Wanting to build a strong foundation for a healthy pregnancy
Looking for personalized, whole-body support throughout your fertility journey
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Your program is fully personalized to your health history, fertility goals, and individual needs. It includes:
Comprehensive fertility consultation
Physical examination
Individualized care plan with initial supplement protocol included
Six 60-minute Mercier Therapy sessions
Chiropractic care
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
Male factor recommendations
Cycle tracking and fertility education
Home care and exercises
Ongoing messaging/support
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Your first appointment is a comprehensive fertility consultation. During this visit, we'll take an in depth look at your health history, menstrual cycles, fertility journey, lifestyle, previous testing, and goals. I'll also review any records or laboratory results you've already completed and identify any additional evaluations that may be beneficial.
Following your consultation, I'll explain my findings, discuss my recommendations, and answer any questions you have. Together, we'll determine whether the Empower Fertility Program is the right next step, empowering you to make an informed decision that feels right for your body, your health, and your fertility journey.
If you choose to move forward with the Empower Fertility Program, you'll begin with six weekly, one hour treatment sessions. Each visit includes Mercier Therapy, with chiropractic care and other supportive therapies incorporated as clinically appropriate based on your individual needs.
Your personalized care plan will include a customized supplement protocol, nutrition and lifestyle recommendations, movement guidance, home exercises, and other strategies designed to support hormone balance, improve pelvic function, and optimize your body's natural ability to conceive.
At the completion of your initial six-week treatment phase, we'll review your progress and provide additional education tailored to your fertility journey. This may include cycle tracking, identifying your fertile window, understanding ovulation patterns, timing intercourse, and other tools to help you feel confident navigating your reproductive health.
Your care doesn't end there. The Empower Fertility Program includes monthly visits throughout your 12-month journey. These visits allow us to monitor your progress, review your cycles, answer questions, and adjust your care plan as needed. We will also reassess your body’s alignment, movement patterns, and areas of tension through chiropractic care. Together, we support both your internal health and your physical body, creating a strong foundation for fertility and overall health.
Every visit is personalized, and your care plan evolves as your body responds and your needs change along the way. Throughout the program, you will also have direct messaging access to me for questions and support between visits. My goal is to ensure you feel supported, informed, and confident as we navigate each step of your fertility journey together.
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Every fertility journey is unique. During your comprehensive fertility consultation, we'll take the time to understand your health history, goals, and concerns to determine whether the Empower Fertility Program is the right next step for you.
Ready to take the next step? Book your fertility consultation today!
Mercier Therapy for Fertility
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Mercier Therapy is a specialized form of visceral manipulation developed by Dr. Jennifer Mercier that is designed to improve the mobility and function of the female pelvis. Using external manual techniques over the abdomen and pelvis (with no internal vaginal work), the therapy focuses on the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and surrounding connective tissues. By improving blood flow, lymphatic drainage, and reducing restrictions within the pelvis, Mercier Therapy supports overall reproductive and pelvic health.
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Healthy pelvic organs require proper mobility, circulation, drainage, and communication with the surrounding tissues. Previous surgery, cesarean or vaginal birth, endometriosis, inflammation, scar tissue, injury, or chronic muscle tension may contribute to restrictions or changes in the pelvic environment.
Mercier Therapy uses specialized visceral manipulation techniques of the pelvic organs to support:
Healthy pelvic organ mobility
Optimal tissue movement and flexibility
Circulation and fluid flow within the pelvic region
Healthy nerve and muscular function
The body's natural healing processes
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Mercier Therapy can be a supportive part of the fertility journey for women looking to improve their pelvic and reproductive health.
It can be particularly relevant for women who:
Are seeking a natural approach to supporting fertility
Are experiencing unexplained infertility
Have ovulation concerns or irregular menstrual cycles
Are navigating fertility challenges associated with PCOS
Have endometriosis or a history of pelvic inflammation
Are experiencing secondary infertility
Have pelvic adhesions or scar tissue from childbirth or surgery
Have diminished ovarian reserve
Are preparing for fertility treatments such as IUI or IVF
Want to support their reproductive health before pregnancy
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The emerging research on Mercier Therapy has shown encouraging results:
A study published in Midwifery Today followed 48 women experiencing fertility challenges. Within one year of beginning Mercier Therapy, 40 women (83%) achieved pregnancy. Of those pregnancies, 32 occurred with Mercier Therapy alone, while 8 involved additional fertility treatment.
Reference: Mercier, J., & Miller, K. (2013). Mercier Therapy helps infertile women achieve pregnancy.Midwifery Today, Spring 2013, 40, 68.
In a separate five-year study of 171 women who received Mercier Therapy before IVF stimulation, 150 women (87.7%) achieved pregnancy. Approximately half conceived during their first IVF cycle, while others conceived during subsequent cycles or naturally before undergoing IVF.
Reference: Mercier, J. (2018). Mercier Therapy improves IVF outcome.Midwifery Today, (128), 59.
A 2024 prospective study followed 247 women with primary or secondary fertility challenges who received six Mercier Therapy sessions. Among 88 women without previous reproductive health issues, 76 (86.4%) achieved spontaneous pregnancy. The study also reported pregnancies among women with secondary infertility and those pursuing IVF.
Reference: Mercier Therapy Helps Women with Primary and Secondary Fertility Challenges. (2024).
Research has also explored Mercier Therapy in women with PCOS undergoing fertility treatment. In a small quasi-experimental study of 20 women, those receiving fertility medication alongside Mercier Therapy had statistically significantly greater ovarian follicle development than those receiving fertility medication alone.
Reference: Banu, S. R., Murugaraj, T., Lopamudhra, & Shanmugananth, E. (2020). Physiotherapy in Fertility Treatment – Insight on Mercier Therapy. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 24(8).
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For fertility-focused care, Mercier Therapy is performed as a series of six 60-minute treatments, typically scheduled once per week. This protocol was developed and refined by Dr. Jennifer Mercier through more than 20 years of clinical experience working with women’s pelvic and reproductive health. The series provides a structured approach to supporting pelvic mobility, circulation, and overall reproductive function throughout your fertility journey.
Within the Empower Fertility Program, these sessions are combined with individualized chiropractic care and functional medicine support to address the many factors that influence fertility. By incorporating nervous system support, nutrient optimization, lifestyle recommendations, and targeted care based on your health history, we work to support your overall health and create the strongest foundation possible for your fertility journey.
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While Mercier Therapy is appropriate for most women, it isn't recommended in every situation. During your consultation, we'll review your health history and goals to determine whether it's the right fit for you.
Questions? Let’s Connect.
Fertility can come with a lot of questions and uncertainty. If you’re curious, have a question, or simply want to learn more about how I can support you, you can book a free 15 minute Discovery Call.
It’s a chance to share a little about what you’re looking for, ask questions, and see if we’re a good fit—no pressure or commitment.
You don’t have to figure it all out on your own.