Pediatric Acupuncture

Gentle, age-appropriate acupuncture to support children’s health in Groton, MA

● ACUPUNCTURE FOR LITTLES

Gentle Care for Your Little Ones

Children thrive when they feel safe and supported in their bodies, emotions, and daily routines as they grow over time with consistency. Pediatric acupuncture offers a gentle way to help young bodies find balance, supporting digestion, sleep, allergies, and emotions well.

At The Violette House, we create a calm, welcoming space where children feel comfortable and cared for from the moment they arrive until they leave each visit at ease. Each treatment builds trust and ease, allowing your child’s whole system to settle and strengthen.

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● FOR BABIES, CHILDREN & TEENS

Who Pediatric Acupuncture Treats

We care for babies, toddlers, children, and teens. Sessions are adapted to your child’s age, comfort level, and needs. Many visits use acupressure, Shonishin, or non-needle techniques, especially for younger children. Needles are never required and are only used when appropriate and well tolerated.

For Growing Kids

● WHY IT WORKS FOR KIDS

Natural, Effective Care for Kids

Pediatric acupuncture offers gentle, drug-free support for common childhood concerns, working with the body’s natural ability to regulate and recover. These treatments address symptoms while also strengthening your child’s whole system—helping them bounce back from illness, stay strong, and grow with ease.

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● HOW IT WORKS

How Acupuncture Supports Children

From sleep struggles to growing pains, children thrive with gentle, natural support through every stage of development. Here’s how it helps:

Immune Support

Strengthens defenses, reduces colds and ear infections, and promotes long-term resilience.

Digestive Health

Eases tummy troubles, improves appetite, and gently balances digestion for growing bodies.

Focus & Calm

Supports children with ADHD or restlessness by encouraging balance, focus, and well-being.

Sleep Support

Soothes bedtime struggles, calms the nervous system, and nurtures restorative, deep sleep.

Allergy Relief

Reduces seasonal symptoms, soothes skin irritation, and gently regulates the immune system.

Growth & Development

Encourages healthy milestones, improves energy, and supports physical and emotional growth.

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● THE VIOLETTE HOUSE APPROACH

How We Care for Children Using Gentle, Effective Techniques

Our pediatric care uses gentle techniques designed to support comfort, trust, and balance.

Acupressure

Light, soothing touch on specific points that encourage calm, balance, and healthy function.

Very Tiny Needles

Hair-thin pediatric needles are applied briefly and gently—often felt only as a quick, harmless tap.

Shonishin

A Japanese technique using smooth tools to stroke the skin, promoting ease without needles.

Auricular Acupuncture

Gentle ear points softly support sleep, digestion, and emotional balance in children’s daily lives.

● OUR LOCATION

Acupuncture for Kids in Groton

At The Violette House in Groton, MA, we create a space where children feel safe and at ease. Sessions move at your child’s pace—calm, unrushed, and responsive. Many children finish feeling more relaxed and at ease, supported by practitioners who listen closely and adjust care to each child’s comfort and needs.

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● QUESTIONS WE HEAR A LOT

What You Might Be Wondering

Not at all. Children at The Violette House experience very gentle techniques made just for young bodies, so treatments feel more like a light tap than a needle. Depending on age and comfort, we may use tiny needles or non-needle options like acupressure or Shonishin to keep the experience calm and easy.
Yes. Research shows pediatric acupuncture can safely support pain, digestion, sleep, anxiety, and more. At The Violette House, we use these therapies as part of an integrative approach that complements your child’s medical care, offering gentle support for their overall wellness and development.
We welcome children from newborn through adolescence. Our team adjusts techniques to each developmental stage so treatments feel supportive, safe, and age-appropriate. Whether your child is an infant, a toddler, or a teen, we shape sessions around their comfort level and individual needs.
It depends on your child’s goals and the concern we’re addressing. Some kids improve quickly, while others benefit from steady, ongoing care. During your first visit at The Violette House, we’ll outline a personalized plan and talk through what progress may look like.
Wiggling is expected. Children explore, shift, and move, and that’s perfectly fine. Sessions at The Violette House are flexible and playful, allowing your child to sit, cuddle, talk, or move around as needed. We meet them exactly where they are, both emotionally and developmentally.
Needle worries are very common. We move slowly, explain gently, and never push. Many kids relax once they experience how soft and quick the sensation is. And if needles still feel overwhelming, The Violette House offers effective non-needle methods like Shonishin and acupressure.
Yes—your presence matters. Most children feel more secure with a caregiver nearby, so at The Violette House you’re welcome to sit close, hold your child, or simply be present. This support helps create a calm, trusting environment during each session.
Coverage differs by plan. The Violette House is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and AllWays/Mass General Brigham, and we provide superbills to help with reimbursement. While not all policies cover acupuncture fully, many families receive partial benefits. You can check your coverage here.