Today we’d like to introduce you to Stephanie Braunwarth.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I started to become really interested in health and wellness as a teenager. I noticed when I ate real food and moved my body I felt better. I liked the idea of getting into the health field but didn’t have a huge interest in conventional medicine. It wasn’t until just after college I met an acupuncturist and was able to shadow her at her office. I knew after that that’s what I wanted to do. I developed an interest in working with women’s health issues and fertility while I was in acupuncture school and I also had some of my own challenges with women’s health stuff in my mid-twenties and acupuncture and Chinese Medicine were an incredible help.
I’ve been in practice for almost 12 years and have helped numerous women with health challenges and fertility struggles.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Certainly seeing patients struggle with their health concerns, or with the heartache that oftentimes comes with not being able to start or grow their families. It’s tough stuff. Creating a healthy boundary around that was a challenge for me when I first started my practice. I wanted to help EVERYONE! Personally, the biggest struggles I’ve had came after becoming a mom. I have two children and balancing it all can become challenging. I want to be there for my patients and give them the best care, and I also need to be there for my kids. Fortunately, I have an amazing, supportive husband, family close by and a great network of friends.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Waconia Women’s Health?
We are an acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinic based in Waconia, MN. Our clinic serves one of the highest number of patients each year in the west metro. We specialize in treating women’s health issues, fertility, pain conditions, and other chronic conditions including digestive issues, stress-related conditions, headaches and migraines, sleep issues, seasonal allergies, and more!
What sets us apart is our personal, individualized care. We customize treatment plans for patients based on their goals. We also strive to provide the most comfortable, relaxing environment for our patients to heal in.
I’m most proud of the number of women and couples we have been able to support on their fertility journey. How many healthy babies have come from our care and our ability to care for our patients in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
I really want to inspire my patients and lead by example. I love inspiring them to live a healthier lifestyle, to take care of themselves, and take their health seriously while still having fun along the way.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.waconiawomenshealth.com
- Instagram: @waconiawomenshealth
- Facebook: facebook.com/waconiawomenshealth
Image Credits
Willow and Wren Photography
