Metro Detroit Fertility Resources
/I know what it feels like to try everything to have a baby naturally and still feel like the clock is ticking. I struggled with unexplained infertility and spent three years trying every “natural” method I could find… acupuncture, supplements, dietary changes, cycle tracking… all hoping that one day it would just click. I experienced 3 losses along the way, which were simply devastating. Some days I had immense hope, certain that this cycle would be the one. Other days I felt like it would never happen. The emotional rollercoaster was intense.
After three years, I finally decided to work with a reproductive endocrinologist. I did ovulation induction with timed intercourse 6 times and felt like I hit my limit. It wasn’t until my RE encouraged me to give IUI a try that I really started researching more options. In the end, my first IUI was successful and in order to stay pregnant, I had to be on blood thinners for an autoimmune disorder called antiphosphilipid syndrome that was discovered during my fertility panel.
It was a whirlwind to say the least. All the appointments, tests, and constant decisions were overwhelming and exhausting, but it showed me the importance of having support. That journey is what led me to become a fertility doula. I wanted to help other people feel supported while navigating the complexities of fertility in Metro Detroit.
If you’re trying to have a baby, no matter how long you’ve been on this journey, know this: you have options. You just need to know what’s out there, who does what, and how to build a team that works for you.
Who’s Who in the Metro Detroit Fertility World
Medical Fertility Clinics
These are your reproductive endocrinologists, labs, and IVF/IUI specialists. They diagnose, run tests, and provide medical treatments.
Restorative Fertility Medicine
NaPro Technology and cycle-tracking systems like Creighton focus on identifying root causes of infertility. They work with your natural cycle and support your body’s long-term reproductive health.
Holistic & Body‑Work Therapies
Acupuncture, fertility-focused massage, and Mayan Abdominal Therapy help regulate hormones, improve blood flow, reduce stress, and optimize pelvic health.
Structural / Organ Mobility Therapy
Mercier Therapy addresses scar tissue, adhesions, and pelvic alignment issues, which can be unseen roadblocks to conception.
Fertility Doulas
A fertility doula walks with you emotionally and practically, helping educate you on tracking cycles and learning about your body, preparing you for what to expect at appointments, helping you advocate for yourself, and supporting you as you navigate the highs and lows of your fertility journey.
Fertility Clinics in Metro Detroit
Michigan Fertility Institute
Located in Livonia, this full-service clinic offers compassionate care and cutting-edge lab technology. Great for building a complete medical fertility plan. Their services include IUI, IVF, ICSI, egg & embryo freezing, donor programs, and genetic testing.
RMA of Michigan
This clinic has broad treatment options with experienced providers who can tailor your path to your needs. IVF, IUI, donor egg/sperm, fertility preservation, LGBTQ+ family building. I have personal experience with Dr. George, Dr. Wolf, & Dr. Miller and highly recommend them all! Their office is located in Troy.
Gago Center for Fertility
Gago Center offers personalized, patient-centered care with a focus on long-term reproductive health. They offer IVF, IUI, ovulation induction, and fertility evaluations. They have 3 locations in SE Michigan: Ann Arbor, Brighton, & Lansing.
IVF Michigan & Ohio Fertility Centers
This clinic has several locations including in Ann Arbor, Bloomfield Hills, Dearborn, Grand Blanc, and Macomb. They offer IVF-ICSI, IUI, PGT (for genetic testing), fertility preservation, donor egg/sperm, and fertility preservation. This network has deep experience, a broad service range, and growing accessibility across Metro Detroit.
Holistic Fertility Options in Metro Detroit
Acupuncture
Michigan Associates of Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine – West Bloomfield
Run, do not walk to see Monica Mae Leibson! She’s so down to earth and knowledgeable. Regular acupunture while trying to conceive can help support hormone regulation, cycle regularity, and stress management. Monica has a large number of patients that do acupuncture alongside other fertility treatments as well as those who choose to opt for the natural route. She customizes her recommendations based on your health & fertility plan.
Evolve Acupuncture & Wellness – Royal Oak
Evolve Acupuncture & Wellness – Royal Oak
Evolve specializes in fertility-focused acupuncture designed to support both natural conception and assisted reproductive technologies like IUI and IVF. Treatments are tailored to balance hormones, improve uterine and ovarian blood flow, reduce stress, and optimize the body’s environment for conception. Many clients report feeling calmer, more grounded, and more connected to their bodies during what can otherwise be a high-stress journey.
Michigan TCM Wellness Center – Utica
Emily Liburdi uses herbs, acupuncture, and holistic techniques to improve reproductive health and support both natural and assisted conception. While I have not personally worked with this practice, I have 2 friends that have and speak very highly of their experience.
Natural Family Planning Metro Detroit
Groesbeck FertilityCare Center
This center explicitly supports NaPro Technology and works with Creighton Model practitioners. They help you chart your cycles, interpret biomarkers, and provide a bridge to medical NaProTechnology assessment or treatment. This is not a fertility clinic with reproductive technologies, but more of a fertility‑care teaching and diagnostic center.
Dr. Nickole Rene Bazger - Grosse Pointe
Dr. Nickole Bazger provides OB/GYN care that incorporates NaPro Technology, combining medical expertise with cycle-based fertility support. She can evaluate your charts from Creighton Model tracking, assess reproductive hormones, and provide targeted treatments to address root causes of infertility. Her practice is particularly helpful if you want to stay aligned with holistic or natural approaches while still having access to medical interventions when needed. Working with Dr. Bazger gives you the benefit of an OB/GYN perspective on your fertility journey while maintaining a focus on your body’s natural rhythm and function.
Dr. Joanne Castillo Rivera - -Lansing
While currently on maternity leave, this board-certified family medicine physician and NFP/Creighton Model Medical Consultant incorporates NaPro Technology into her practice. She provides fertility consultations, preconception guidance, and cycle-based medical support for menstrual disorders and infertility. Her approach blends evidence-based medicine with holistic cycle tracking, helping patients understand their bodies, identify root causes of fertility challenges, and make informed treatment decisions. Though she primarily offers virtual care, she serves Michigan patients and provides personalized, values-aligned fertility support for anyone looking to combine natural methods with medical guidance.
Mayan Abdominal Therapy Metro Detroit
JL Therapeutics – Rochester, MI
JL Therapeutics offers Arvigo Abdominal Therapy, a gentle, hands-on technique that supports pelvic and reproductive health. The therapy works to reposition internal organs, improve circulation, and enhance lymph, nerve, and energy flow. It’s great for fertility support, painful periods, digestive issues, and overall pelvic wellness. Sessions also teach self-care techniques to reinforce healing between appointments.
HA Massage – Dexter, MI
HA Massage in Dexter specializes in Mayan Abdominal Therapy to support reproductive and pelvic health. Their approach improves organ alignment, enhances blood and lymph flow, and helps create a more fertile environment. Ideal for anyone looking to combine structural support with holistic fertility care.
Mercier Therapy in Metro Detroit
Kinection Physical Therapy – Lansing, MI
Why go: Ideal if you have pelvic pain, scar tissue, or alignment issues that may impact fertility.
Emily Wood offers in-home Mercier Therapy throughout Metro Detroit. Your first visit includes a consultation to review of your history, then the hands-on body work begins. The 6 session treatment consists of all external pelvic organ mobilizations and deep tissue mobilization. I have heard wonderful things about this type of therapy and will actually be seeing Emily for my first appointment in January!
Fertility Doula Support Metro Detroit
So what exactly does a fertility doula do? I offer education on fertility awareness methods, cycle tracking, personalized resources & recommendations for your fertility journey, nutritional guidance, appointment preparation, emotional support through treatment navigation, and early pregnancy guidance. Once you’re pregnant, I can also connect you with one of our amazing birth doulas for continuity of care.
I know the intensity of making these decisions. A fertility doula helps you stay grounded, make informed choices, and feel supported no matter what path you take. You don’t have to compromise your beliefs, and if you struggle to advocate for yourself or need help getting answers, I’m your gal!
Now What Are Your Next Steps? How to Build Your Fertility Plan
Building your fertility plan isn’t about doing everything at once, because that will just add to the overwhelm. Whatever path you take, you’ll want to start with a baseline assessment from one of the NaPro practitioners or Reproductive Endocrinologists. This may include a variety of labs, assessment of your overall health and cycle health, as well as some imaging.
Once you’ve had your consult, you’ll receive recommendations based on your unique health history or fertility goals. From there you can consider adding in holistic supports like acupuncture, Mayan Abdominal Therapy, or bodywork to encourage overall reproductive wellness.
While I may be biased, you’ll also probably want emotional support. Fertility challenges can feel isolating, confusing, and overwhelming. Having a fertility doula, a therapist or a trusted friend can help you in staying grounded.
Lastly, I want to remind you that your plan doesn’t have to be linear… mine sure as heck wasn’t! Some people combine medical interventions like IUI or IVF with holistic therapies and doulas from day one. Others start with natural approaches, then layer in medical care when it feels right. The key is flexibility, self-awareness, and having support in place so you can make informed, confident decisions. You don’t have to compromise your beliefs, and if advocating for yourself feels impossible at times, reach out to someone who can help.
If you’re interested in chatting about fertility support, I would love the opportunity to connect. Reach out here and we’ll find a convenient time to chat.
