Melissa B Light holds her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from the acclaimed Academy of Oriental Medicine Austin where she was honored for her research in treating Bi-Polar Disorder with Traditional Chinese Medicine. She holds her acupuncture license from the Stare of Texas Board of Medical Examiners as well as additional national certifications in Asian Bodywork, Chinese Herbology, and Oriental Medicine. Melissa B. Light has spent over a decade empowering women and children through education, counseling, nutrition, movement and Traditional Chinese Medicinal modalities. Melissa B. Light is the chief practitioner and founder of Light Family Acupuncture, a thriving private practice in central Austin. Light Family Acupuncture focuses on treating the entire family from preconception through pregnancy and parenthood. Melissa B. Light specializes in pregnancy and labor, and is currently working on a book. Melissa B. Light is a mama of two amazing children. She has been treated with Chinese Medicine prenatal and postpartum with both pregnancies.