OUR FOUNDERS

Blue Ova Health was born from two sisters' vision for integrative care for fertility and pregnancy that physically and mentally address the individual.

Inspired by the natural health movement while growing up in the hills of Northern California, sisters Robin Sheared and Shannon Kidwell learned the importance of holistic wellness for individuals, families, and communities. 

As the daughters of a teacher and healer mother and an entrepreneur father, they both shaped their worlds around health and growth. From a young age, Robin began studying various healing modalities, ultimately leading to her immersion in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Shannon focused on the business world, working in global health and venture development.

 In 2009, Robin opened her own acupuncture practice, Essential Wellness. In 2014, the sister-sister team joined together to open Blue Ova Health. They modeled Blue Ova Health around a vision of integrated care that allows for greater support of practitioners and clients alike. Robin acts as Clinical Director, while Shannon leads the business activities, letting the center's practitioners focus on what they do best. 

The practice took a focused approach to treat fertility, pregnancy, and postnatal health through acupuncture and herbs. They have subsequently been voted "Top Five Acupuncturist" in San Francisco by the A-List Best of the Bay (2014-2017), and "Best Acupuncturists in San Francisco" in 2019-2022 by Expertise.

Blue Ova's philosophy is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and yet integrates seamlessly with Western medical care. The center aims to empower every patient to engage their own body's innate healing ability.