Male Fertility Matters: Understanding Sperm’s Role in Pregnancy Loss
Sperm DNA fragmentation refers to ‘breaks’ in the genetic material (DNA) within sperm cells. DNA in sperm is responsible for carrying half of the genetic blueprint to the embryo. High levels of DNA fragmentation can: Reduce the chance of fertilisation Increase the risk of miscarriage Impact embryo development Contribute to unexplained infertility Common
Liver Qi Stagnation and Feeling Stuck
Liver Qi Stagnation is one of the most common patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). I don’t know that I’ve ever treated a person without some form of Liver Qi Stagnation. When Liver Qi is stuck, it can in turn disrupt Qi movement in the whole body. The main functions of the Liver in TCM […]
Nourishing Mothers After Birth with Acupuncture
Acupuncture For the Fourth Trimester: from delivery to 4 months “Postpartum is a sacred window – feed her body with warmth, her heart with love, and her spirit with stillness.” The fourth trimester – the 12 weeks post baby delivery is a unique time. It’s the time when you so desperately need love and support, […]
Dehydration and Your Fertility
Being properly hydrated is important for the function of every single cell in the body. From a fertility point of view, when we’re looking at support individual egg and sperm cells, the health of those cells does depend on their fluid health. Fluid deficiency also shows up with low blood volume. When we’re wanting to […]
Acupuncture for Birth Preparation
Acupuncture has been a treatment for support in all stages of pregnancy, in many countries, for so, so many years. It is now being recommend by midwives, by well informed and patient-centred Obstetricians, by doulas, by pelvic floor physiotherapists, and of course friends and family who have had positive experiences with this ancient medicine for […]
Our Relationship with Pain – A focus on Endometriosis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5H0nzRMmVwOur sense of pain is a protection, a way to let our bodies know there’s something wrong and to encourage us to make changes. It is vastly more complex than previously thought and there is increasing research being done in an effort to learn more. Nociceptors (also known as pain receptors) are found in the skin, [&
Eating for Endometriosis: Supporting Your Health through Nutrition
Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing inflammation, pain, and sometimes fertility challenges. While diet cannot cure endometriosis, certain nutrition choices may help manage symptoms, reduce inflammation, and support overall well-being. Here’s some key dietary strategies that may be b
Chinese Medicine’s Role in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Endometriosis
I haven’t written about endometriosis before because every blog or research paper I’ve read that has talked about acupuncture treating endometriosis has only focused on the pain and treating the pain. Of course treating your pain is important, however, endometriosis pain is often the end result of a complex, chronic pattern of hereditary, physical and [&h
Endometriosis and Osteopathy: An Integrative Path to Pain Relief
Is Endometriosis pain affecting your physical or mental wellbeing? It can be daunting finding the right treatment, but it doesn’t have to be. I have supported & treated pregnant mums and women starting their fertility journey through the physical and emotional rollercoaster that is endo. My sister also suffered with this condition for years until [&hellip
Bone Broth: The Fertility Superfood You Didn’t Know You Needed!
When it comes to boosting fertility, most people think of vitamins, yoga, or herbal supplements, but there’s a secret weapon you might not have considered—bone broth! This nutrient-packed, cozy cup of goodness could be the game-changer you’re looking for. Here’s why: 1. Nutrient Powerhouse Bone broth is like the multivitamin of comfort foods. It’s