Entries by Paige Waters

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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! This product […]

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New Practitioner – Jody Smith

Meet Jody… “Hi, I’m Jody. I am honoured that my clients, past, present and future, choose my services through and beyond the motherhood journey. Supporting Women’s Wellbeing is close to my heart and a way I can help women as they go through the rites of passage of life. Western culture and society has almost […]

Chinese New Year – The Year of the Yin Water Rabbit

Like most Westerners, once a year I’m interested in what Chinese astrology predicts for my future. I don’t pretend to know anything about it except for how it relates to Chinese medicine theories, yin and yang balance and energetic changes. The theory of the animal signs is that the year corresponding to that particular animal, […]

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New Treatment: Fertility Flow Session

Introducing a new treatment at Paige Waters Acupuncture. Optimal health really is about good blood flow. Fertility, improved egg health, improved sperm health, improved libido, improved immunity has all been shown with improved blood flow. I’ve put together some information for you below. Please email hello@paigewatersacupuncture.com.au if you have any questions. The Normatec Compression Boots […]

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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 to start labour and continue labour. I prefer to call it labour preparation….and like most things when looked at holistically, acupuncture is just one […]

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. This is the email you receive from me after you’ve made your first […]

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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 period pain and other PMS symptoms including mood changes. […]