The Best Fertility Support Options in Manhattan
If you're trying to conceive in New York City and want more than just IVF, this is your roadmap. Fertility isn’t myopic, it’s multi-faceted… it’s medical, emotional, physical, structural. Luckily for you, Manhattan has a powerhouse of practitioners offering both medical and holistic care you can trust and who can help you achieve your fertility goals.
Who’s Who in the Fertility Support World
Before you decide what route you want to take for fertility support, let’s clarify the players.
Medical fertility clinics: These are clinics that offer things like IVF/IUI, surrogacy, embryo adoption, diagnostic labs, and reproductive endocrinology. Their approach is generally “something medical is preventing successful pregnancy and here’s how we fix it with western medicine”.
Restorative fertility medicine: Think systems like NaProTECHNOLOGY that treat root causes and work with your body rather than suppressing or bypassing it. This approach is often taken by people who want to avoid (or are philosophically or religiously opposed) to artificial reproductive efforts like IUI or IVF.
Holistic body‑work and integrative therapies: Practitioners like acupuncturists, abdominal/visceral therapists, naturopaths, nutritional specialists. These approaches typically look at root causes and hhelp with circulation, hormones, stress, organ mobility and more. Mercier Therapy and Mayan Abdominal Therapy fall into this category as well and they target the pelvic organs and soft tissue to optimize fertility.
Fertility Doula: A lesser known but often critical part of the fertility team, a fertility doula offers emotional, informational & practical support through your conception journey. They can also help you track your cycles using methods like the Creighton Model, symptothermal charting, or other fertility awareness systems to identify fertile windows and optimize timing.
Do you need all of the above? Probably not. If you lean more holistic, you’ll likely want to look at those options first. If your timeline for childbearing feels shorter, a medical approach may be for you. Some people do just fine with a medical team, but others find it helpful to layer in holistic body work, structural therapies, or a fertility doula who can guide them emotionally, help track cycles, and keep them grounded. It’s about giving yourself the support you actually want so you can feel confident and informed throughout the process.
Top Fertility Resources in Manhattan
Restorative Fertility Medicine in Manhattan
Manhattan FertilityCare: Teaches the Creighton Model FertilityCare™ system and then uses NaPro trained physicians for treatment. For couples who want a fertility‑awareness + natural diagnostic route.
Full of Grace FertilityCare (Manhattan) – Offers instruction in the Creighton Model FertilityCare System (in‑person & virtual), introductory sessions, and complimentary consultations.
Gianna Center (Manhattan): Offers FertilityCare™, NaProTECHNOLOGY™, natural/ethical fertility care. This is a solid choice for people seeking a restorative approach rather than immediate IVF.
Medical Fertility Clinics in Manhattan
Columbia University Fertility Center – Manhattan: Top-ranked academic fertility center offering IVF, IUI, egg freezing, embryo banking, oncofertility, and other family building services. They are known for cutting-edge technology, personalized care, and high success rates in complex cases. They have 2 locations, one on the Upper West Side, and one in Westchester.
RMA of New York: Comprehensive fertility clinic with IVF, IUI, embryo testing (PGT), egg/sperm banking, and surrogacy programs. This is a large, well-resourced clinic offering broad fertility services and integrated wellness/mental health support. They have multiple locations including in Brooklyn, Downtown, the West Side, and the East Side.
NYU Langone Fertility Center: Offers IVF, egg freezing, donor eggs/sperm, gestational carriers, and holistic wellness programs. This high-volume clinic is known for excellent outcomes and integration of holistic support alongside medical fertility care. They have 3 locations, two in Midtown and one in Westchester.
Fertility Acupuncture in Manhattan
Gotham Integrative Acupuncture + Wellness: Kristin Cheng, L.Ac., offers tailored fertility‑focused acupuncture & Chinese herbal medicine for both partners. Acupuncture has been shown to help with circulation, hormonal balancing, stress reduction, all which are especially useful alongside medical fertility interventions or natural cycles.
Tranquility Base Acupuncture: Located in Midtown near Madison Square Park this integrative reproductive health practices focuses on fertility & IVF support. They have a strong reputation for addressing concerns like PCOS, hormone imbalances, and irregular cycles.
Fifth Avenue Fertility Wellness: This holistic fertility center blending Traditional Chinese Medicine, bio‑hacking, and somatic experiencing. It’s a good fit if you a want full body + mind + lifestyle overhaul, beyond just acupuncture. They’re located on the Upper East Side and have a non-toxic clinic.
Structural Fertility & Organ Mobility Therapy in NYC
Samantha Kohane, DPT – Mercier Therapy NYC & Long Island: Certified in Mercier Therapy, Samantha works hands‑on to increase organ mobility & improve your chances of conception.
Jane Weedon, PT – Brooklyn: Licensed physical therapist with certifications in the Mercier Therapy (fertility & pelvic health), Thai yoga massage, and more.
Mercier Therapy ideal if you’re dealing with pelvic‑health issues scar tissue, C‑section history, endometriosis, and structural blocks.Maternal Massage & More – With two locations in Noho and Park Slope (in-home visits are also available!), this massage practice offers Arvigo Therapy or Maya Abdominal Massage alongside prenatal, labor, and postpartum bodywork. Arvigo therapy is deal if you’re preparing for conception or dealing with fertility challenges and want body‑work that supports organ alignment, circulation, and nervous‑system balance.
Prenatal Massage & Movement Center – This practice also specializes in Maya Abdominal Massage, prenatal and postpartum massage, acupuncture, as well as body prep for birth and movement therapy. This is a great option for those looking for a full holistic fertility and prenatal body‑work experience. They have 3 locations, one on the East Side, one on the West Side, and one in the Financial District.
Fertility Doulas Serving NYC
Our team at National Baby Co. offers virtual or in-person fertility doula support for families throughout the 5 buroughs. We also offer birth doula and postpartum doula services as well. A fertility doula doesn’t replace your medical or holistic team, bu they help make your journey feel manageable, empowering, and supported. Your fertility doula help you navigate appointments, educate you on tracking your cycles, advocate for your choices with your medical team, and offer support when IVF, IUI, or other fertility treatments feel overwhelming. With National Baby Co, you get NYC-based doulas who know the local landscape, from top clinics to holistic practitioners, and who can connect you with the right resources along the way.
How to Build Your Fertility Plan
Now that you know the who’s who in the fertility world you might be wondering: where do I actually start? First off, don’t stress! Building your fertility plan isn’t about doing everything at once. To build your fertility plan you want to focus on truly understanding your needs and wants, identifying the support that fits your body and your life, and creating a roadmap that gives you confidence, clarity, and control. Think of it like assembling a team: you pick the right players for your unique journey, layer in support where it matters most, and make sure everyone (including you) is working toward the same goal: your path to conception. A fertility doula can help you with this process too, but here is how we recommend you start:
Start with a Baseline - this gives you clarity and helps you plan the next steps confidently.
Book a consultation at a reputable fertility clinic like one of the ones listed above.
Get basic labs and diagnostics for both partners: hormone levels, semen analysis, and more
Discuss options for treatment if needed (Ovulation Induction, Timed Intercourse, IUI, IVF, NaProTECHNOLOGY, egg freezing).
2. Track Your Cycles - accurate tracking increases your chances of conception and helps you understand your body better, which even if you choose a medical approach is important.
Consider using Creighton Model FertilityCare, symptothermal methods, or other fertility awareness systems. Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler is a great book to learn how to track, but a fertility doula can also help you chart cycles, interpret signs, and optimize timing for conception. For more books & tools for fertility charting, see our Amazon Storefront.
3. Layer in Holistic Support - these therapies support the body physically and emotionally, making medical treatments more effective and reducing stress.
Schedule consults with one of the practitioners that aligns best with what you need. Remember acupuncture focuses circulation, hormonal balance, and stress relief. Mayan Abdominal Therapy supports pelvic & organ health, and Mercier Therapy can address scar tissue, endometriosis, or pelvic alignment issues.
5. Build Your Support Team
In addition to your medical/holistic team, make sure to consider inviting a fertility doula, a trusted friend, or family member into your conception journey. Someone who can attend appointments or help you manage stress. Fertility journeys are as much emotional as they are physical and a support team helps you feel informed, and grounded.
In Manhattan, you have access to some of the best fertility care in the world, but access alone doesn’t guarantee success. It matters who you pick, how early you line them up, and how well you integrate the care. Use this list, pick what fits your journey, build your support team early, and don’t settle for waiting until you’re “out of options.” Your body, your timeline, and your voice all matter. And you need support through this journey, someone to help you identify and explore your options and someone to help you advocate for the best possible care, consider a fertility doula. We can match you with a wonderful one in NYC!
