Midwifery Acupressure, Acuneedling & Moxa (moxibustion)

A 5 day foundation course designed by Debra Betts and taught by Lee-Ana Lowe

acupuncture during pregnancy training

Course Outline


Day 1 & 2 - acupressure and acuneedling for pre-birth, during labour and post-natal care
Day 3 & 4 - emotional health, moxa and press needles
Day 5 - low back/pelvic pain & practical assessment

Completion of this certificate requires…

  • open book safety quiz online

  • 2x easy work sheets

  • case study or treatment chart

  • moxa demonstration video

  • practical assessment on day 5 to demonstrate safe needling

All resources are available on a moodle classroom for you. If you think you might have difficulty completing these requirements please let Lee-Ana know.

Upcoming Acuneedling/Acupressure Courses 2026

  • Kirikiriroa - Hamilton

    Over 3 weekends at Ridge River East Birth Centre

    Day 1 & 2 – May 2 & 3
    Day 3 & 4 – June 20 & 21
    Day 5 – Sunday, November 8

    9am-4pm each day

  • Te Whanganui a Tara - Wellington

    Over 3 weekends at Mamaku midwives in Lower Hutt

    Day 1 & 2 – April 25 & 26
    Day 3 & 4 – May 23 & 24
    Day 5 – Sunday, October 25

    9am-4pm each day

Lee-Ana can travel for groups of over 10

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