The Fight Against ‘Spermageddon’: Treatment of Male Infertility
At the end of July, I attended a two day workshop presented by an Austrian Medical Doctor and Chinese Medicine Practitioner who specialises and treats only male infertility, Dr Olivia Pojer. She was one of the best presenters I have had the privelege to learn from. Her passion and her drive to improve the world’s […]
Easing a Tight Neck and Shoulders
UPPER TRAPEZIUS STRETCH To ease a tight neck and shoulders try this Upper Trapezius M.E.T. stretch from our Osteopath, Dr Jacqui Quinn: 1/ Seated in a comfortable chair, sit on your right hand or grip the chair. 2/ Take your left ear toward your left shoulder as far as comfortable & breathe deeply for 15 […]
Boosting Male Fertility: How Nutrition Plays a Vital Role
When it comes to fertility, the focus often lands on women, but men play an equally crucial role. The quality of a man’s sperm significantly impacts the chances of conception and the health of a pregnancy. Fortunately, making positive changes to your diet can enhance sperm health and boost fertility. Focusing on a balanced diet […]
Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle
Understanding your menstrual cycle is the key to assessing your health and your fertility. Knowing when you ovulate and the quality of your ovulation really is the pinnacle of understanding your chances of conceiving, diagnosing causes of infertility and preventing miscarriage. The first thing I ask you to do after your initial consultation is to start [&hel
Moxibustion (Moxa) for Breech Baby
How to use moxa sticks to improve a breech baby’s position. Optimising baby’s position in the pelvis is really supportive for avoiding delayed labour and experiencing a more relaxed, less painful birth, as well as a more comfortable cesarean section. I do find the outcomes are even better when combined with a course of acupuncture. […]
Vaginal Microbiome and Fertility
Are you worried that your vaginal health might be impacting your fertility orpregnancy? The vaginal microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms, includingbacteria, fungi and viruses that naturally inhabit the vaginal environment. Thesemicrobial inhabitants play a crucial role in maintaining your intimate health.New understandings in this area suggest
Sick Kids – Winter Wellness Plan
This time of year is tough. Lots of viruses are going around daycare centres and schools. It can feel relentless especially as it takes a month to move through the whole family. The aim of advice is not to stop the viruses from coming – impossible task. But to support the body to move the […]
Benefits of Fertility Massage
Fertility or Womb Hara massage is an external, non invasive massage style designed to release tension, move stagnated blood, energy and fluid in the abdomen, release tight muscles, improve organ placement and support health of your ovaries and uterus. Jody’s unique massage style is based on ancient Chinese Chi New Tsang abdominal massage, effleurage and [
Castor Oil Packs and Women’s Health
For years Ayurvedic medicine and Chinese medicine has used castor oil to support women’s health. The main constituent of castor oil is ricinoleic acid, an omega-9 which has been found to improve local blood flow and provide anti-inflammatory pain relief. From a TCM understanding, castor oil encourages blood movement, moves body fluids and is an […]
New Product: Franjos Motherhood Hydration Powder
Hydration is so important for women trying to conceive, women experiencing morning sickness and vomiting, pregnant women, women in labour and of course post natal. It’s super important while breastfeeding. And sometimes water just doesn’t cut it! I didn’t realise how many women are drinking those sugar filled blue and purple electrolyte drinks
