Moxibustion is a popular option in the later stages of pregnancy for when babies are in a breech position. A “Breech” baby is when the baby settles in a bottom-first position instead of the more common head-first position. This can pose a number of health risks for both the mother and baby. After 35 weeks of pregnancy only about 3–4% of babies are breech babies.

Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese technique to turn a breech baby into a head first position. Moxa sticks of processed mugwort herb are used to heat specific points on your little toes. The heat is absorbed into the acupuncture points triggering hormone changes which relax the muscles in your womb to allow extra flexibility. This will increase your baby’s activity, encouraging him/her to turn.