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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 183 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 142 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 73 min read
Turning a Breech Baby: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Can Help
Discovering that your baby is in a breech position: meaning their buttocks or feet are positioned to come out first. This can be concerning as you approach your due date.
Jul 312 min read
Your menstrual cycle and how it corresponds to the seasons.
What if your energy, cravings, moods, and creativity weren’t random but part of a beautiful, rhythmic cycle that mirrored nature herself?
Jul 173 min read
To sweat or not to sweat? The truth about saunas in Chinese Medicine
We all love the idea of a good sweat, You step into the heat, your pores open, stress melts off your skin, and you walk out glowing. But...
Jul 34 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 263 min read
The Nature of Yin: How to Embrace This Deep, Restorative Force in Your Life
When you understand yin, you begin to see it not only as a concept but as a rhythm that lives inside your body, your cycles, your emotions, your creativity… and your deepest sense of self.
Jun 123 min read
Postpartum & Chinese Medicine: how to prepare for the sacred (and Slightly Messy) window after birth
There’s an old saying in Chinese medicine: “Sit the month, nourish for the lifetime.” It basically means, “Hey gorgeous, this is not...
May 77 min read
Your Breath is Medicine: Restoring Qi Through the Lungs
When it comes to restoring vitality, most of us think of sleep, supplements, or food. And yes, these are important. But there’s something...
Apr 163 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 113 min read
The Root Chakra & Menstrual Health: A Deep Connection to Your Cycle
In the world of holistic healing, the chakras offer us a powerful lens to understand the deeper energetic patterns behind our physical...
Mar 243 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 262 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 194 min read
How Ear Seeds Work: A Chinese Medicine Perspective
Ear seeds are here to stick around and here's why.
Feb 53 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 153 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 82 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
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