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Ramblings, musings, helpful tidbits and other focused memos, made to revel in with your morning latte, on your commute to Uni, or with something red in hand. If there’s something you’d love to see covered here, let us know. We want this to be a vault of very handy information and a glorious extension of your vis-a-vis Meraki experience. Get ready to take a few (hundred) screenshots, gal.
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Rating Melbourne’s Favourite Café Drinks Through a Chinese Medicine Lens
The drink you choose is not just a vibe. It’s a message to your organs, hormones and nervous system every single day.
Dec 15, 20254 min read
The Ultimate TCM Guide To Milks
What Your Milk Choice Says About Your Body**
Dec 8, 20252 min read
3 Common Fertility Myths and what's really true by Rebekah Loh
Some of the most common beliefs about fertility are actually myths — and believing them can create unnecessary stress.
Aug 18, 20253 min read
It all starts with the egg: Why we work with women for a minimum of 3 months for fertility
If you’re trying to conceive or thinking about it in the near future, one of the most powerful things you can do is give yourself time.
Aug 14, 20252 min read
Understanding oestrogen Dominance: what it is, why it happens, and how to bring balance
Let’s talk about a hormonal imbalance that wears many hats and shows up in sneaky ways: oestrogen dominance. You might be sailing through...
Aug 7, 20253 min read
What is Moxibustion? The ancient art of warming, nourishing + reigniting your Qi
if you’ve ever walked into our clinic and noticed a subtle smoky scent or seen someone blissed out under a heat lamp with a glowing herb nearby - you’ve met moxa.
Jul 24, 20253 min read
Why one-size-fits-all wellness doesn’t work: Understanding your constitution in Chinese Medicine
So what’s the missing piece? Why may your friend get such awesome results from smoothies and you feel hungry and irritated an hour after having one?
Jul 10, 20253 min read
Propaganda We don’t fall for here at Meraki: 10 wellness trends that eastern medicine isn’t clapping for
Let’s be real. The wellness world is full of trends. Every scroll on Instagram serves up another "must-do" routine, supplement, or...
Jun 26, 20253 min read
Varicose Veins during your pregnancy? Here is what's going on.
Pregnancy is a time of incredible transformation, but it can also bring a few unexpected (and often uncomfortable) companions — like...
Apr 11, 20253 min read
When to have acupuncture during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of incredible transformation, and while it’s a magical journey, it also comes with physical and emotional shifts that ca
Feb 26, 20252 min read
Why We Love LED Light Therapy in our treatment room
We love our LED light, you may be noticing we are using it all the time and here is why.
Feb 19, 20254 min read
How Ear Seeds Work: A Chinese Medicine Perspective
Ear seeds are here to stick around and here's why.
Feb 5, 20253 min read
The Power of Acupuncture and a Calm Environment for a Safe Labour
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it’s not without its challenges. As a mum-to-be, your body is doing the incredible work of growing...
Jan 15, 20253 min read
5 Ways to Bounce Back Into 2025 After the Festive Season
The festive season is a time of joy, indulgence, and celebration—but as the new year begins, it’s natural to feel a little off balance.
Jan 8, 20252 min read
Is your Oral health causing you your fertility issues?
The link between oral health and fertility isn’t something we often think about, yet it’s surprisingly significant.
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Let’s Talk About Qi: Your Body’s Secret Superpower!
Qi (pronounced "chee"), the star of Chinese Medicine and the unsung hero of your health
Nov 26, 20243 min read
5 Chinese Medicine Tips and Tricks for Kicking the Winter Cough Away
Winter is a beautiful season, with its crisp air and cozy moments by the fireplace. But it can also bring along pesky coughs and colds...
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Nurturing your Inner Flame: A journey from Burnout to Balance
Picture this: You're running on empty, juggling the demands of work, relationships, and life's unpredictable curveballs. Sound familiar?
Feb 21, 20242 min read
Boost your fertility with Acupucnture
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that was created thousands of years ago – and is still heavily practiced today....
May 3, 20232 min read
Our top techniques for relieving neck tension
Get that kink out of your neck!
Apr 19, 20234 min read
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