Acupuncture for Labour Preparation
Labour induction is the process of starting labour artificially, usually medically.
Acupuncture doesn’t do this. Acupuncture can’t do anything artificial. However, acupuncture can be used to optimise the body’s natural ability…
Self Care for Embryo Transfer Day
Embryo transfer day can be tough. There are a lot of factors that are outside your control. Having some simple things to focus on, other than the pending transfer can help you get through the day with less apprehension and actually help improve…
Your Acupuncture Appointment
If you've never had acupuncture before, it can be a bit daunting knowing what to expect with your first acupuncture treatment. If the fear of the unknown is stopping you from making an appointment, here's an insight into what you can expect.…
The Pill Does Not ‘Regulate’ Your Period.
I hear this often. It is usually in the first consult when I ask if you've been on The Pill before and many women say, "yes, from 16 years old to 'regulate' my cycle".
Most often, the pill is used to reduce bleeding, improve acne, reduce…
Acupuncture and Your Thyroid
In Chinese medicine, the thyroid doesn't exist. Well not as an organ, more as a series of functions. Very important functions. Especially for fertility (and infertility), pregnancy, post partum and ongoing hormone regulation.
This can,…
How Healthy Fats Support Fertility
Fats in Chinese medicine support the nourishment of your 'Yin'. Yin is the most nourishing, feminine aspect of your body's energy. Strong Yin is like a tree with a big, wide trunk. Very little can affect/impact/move/hurt a strong, grounded…
Acupuncture Doesn’t Balance Hormones
It gets said a lot. “acupuncture balances hormones”. I’m sure I’ve said it before too. But when you think about it, what does that actually mean?
Balance means ‘a steady position or condition’ – is that really the hope for…
Your First Visit
If you haven't had an acupuncture treatment before, making that first appointment can be daunting.
What you can expect with your first visit...
Prior to your appointment with us, you'll be sent a detailed questionnaire going through…
Self Care in IVF
Post eggpickup
plan to do absolutely nothing after egg pick up - sit at home watching tv, sleeping etc. back to some mild exercise like walking from the day after pick up but still taking it easyadd…
Benefits of Monthly Acupuncture: Self Care
Address minor health complaints – single acupuncture treatments may help alleviate acute conditions like headaches, neck pain, low back ache, period pain, constipation, bloating
Disease prevention through stress relief – stress…
