Meet Petaluma Acupuncturist,

Aimee Ruiz, L.Ac., FABORM

(she/her)

I’ve been honored to support people on their reproductive path as they try to conceive through pregnancy and beyond into the postpartum period since 2009. My training with renowned midwife Raven Lang has inspired my prenatal practice, and acupuncturist Randine Lewis has influenced my fertility work. I've also trained extensively with Claudia Citkovitz, the leading expert on birth acupuncture. All that to say, I love being a part of your team for all things pregnancy and fertility. 

When I can be useful to others, I know I’ve had a good day. Whether someone is coming to me because they are looking for support through chemo treatment, struggling to sleep, or going through menopause, I’m here to help you feel better in your body and in your days. I’m grateful for the opportunity to help people feel more connected and supported with this medicine.

Perhaps most meaningful to me is when clients seek us out for integrative acupuncture care to alleviate emotional and psychological suffering. Acupuncture can help us to feel safe in our bodies by calming and regulating the nervous system. I believe our bodies constantly communicate with us; sometimes, we need a guide to help us understand these messages. I will help you listen and respond with purpose and empathy. 

I chose the name Nido (nest in Spanish) as an homage to my Mexican, Cuban, and Spanish heritage. I am honored to meet you where you are on your wellness path.

Learn more about Aimee

 

Aimee is a Proud Member of

NorCal Fertility Group

NorCal Fertility Group is a coalition of local Chinese medicine practitioners with significant post-graduate advanced training in reproductive medicine, from preconception to delivery. We are continually at the forefront of new developments in integrative reproductive medicine and are committed to providing the highest level of care in the Bay Area.

Obstetrical Acupuncture Association

The OBAA provides a resource for both pregnant people and their care providers to find acupuncturists in their area who demonstrate an elevated standard of care and safety within the field of perinatal care. OBAA is dedicated to promoting the highest level of safety and knowledge in the field, along with reproductive justice and equity for all.

Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine

Fellows of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM) are board-certified as advanced practitioners in both Western and Eastern reproductive medicine. We specialize in integrative fertility care at the highest possible level.

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Education and post-graduate training

Nationally certified and California-licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. CA 14804

Master’s of Science in TCM from American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Francisco State University

Labor and delivery acupuncture with Claudia Citkovitz, L.Ac.

Science of Obstetrics and Acupuncture with Raven Lang, L.Ac., OMD

Acupuncture for Pregnancy and Childbirth with Debra Betts

Fertility Acupuncture training with Dr. Randine Lewis

Midwifery Intensive Training with Cornerstone Birthwork

Doula Training and Childbirth Education with Felicia Roche

Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Acupuncture with Whitfield Reaves, L.Ac.

Dr. Tan Balance Method

Qi gong training with Suzanne Friedman, L.Ac.