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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
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
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 103 min read
The Nature of Yang: how to embody this empowered, fiery force in your life
If yin is the exhale, yang is the inhale.
If yin is stillness, yang is movement.
If yin is the moon… yang is the sun.
Jun 193 min read
Chakras: Your Body’s Energy Rainbow (and Why They’re Totally Amazing)
Think of them as your body’s energy hubs, spinning like colourful wheels and keeping you balanced, happy, and thriving.
Dec 3, 20243 min read
Nourishing life and cultivating longevity
Nourishing life and cultivating longevity through Chinese medicine with Lisa Schaeffer
Oct 3, 20222 min read
When should you get a pregnancy massage?
When you’re pregnant, there can be quite a lot of aches and pains or let's just say, changes in the body that goes along with the joy of...
Jan 19, 20222 min read
IBS + Endo - What's the connection?
To start off, let’s all get in step with the lingo: IBS is for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and ENDO is for Endometriosis. Cool? Now, if IBS...
Dec 9, 20213 min read
What's the difference between PMDD and PMS?
PMDD and PMS are fancy medical terms used to describe the varying amount of pain and discomfort that women experience with menstruation....
Nov 25, 20213 min read
Hyperthyroid or Hypothyroid: What's the difference?
The thyroid, believe it or not, was discovered centuries ago, back in the 1500s to be precise. It was named after the shield used in...
Sep 21, 20213 min read
Folic Acid Demystified: Folic Acid, Folinic Acid & 5-MTHF
Mammas and soon-to-be mammas, I am sure you have heard ALOT about the importance of folic acid supplementation not only early in your pregna
Sep 14, 20214 min read
The scoop on HIIT workouts - Yay or Nay?
With our fast-paced 21st century lifestyles, you've just gotta love HIIT. Who wouldn't love a 7 minute workout that is said to be as effecti
Sep 7, 20215 min read
Stress and its impact on your uterus
The uterus/womb is a misunderstood yet overwhelming glorious organ. It is here, the wonder of new life begins. It is the quintessence of a w
Aug 31, 20214 min read
Getting Prepared: Secrets to boosting your success rate.
For some of us lovelies, IVF may be the only remaining option towards achieving a successful pregnancy
Aug 17, 20216 min read
MENO-WHAT-PAUSE?
Menopause, sometimes called ‘the change of life’ and other times the climacteric is, without doubt, a dramatic life event.
Aug 12, 20215 min read
The green smoothie that actually tastes good!
The green smoothie that actually tastes good and is nourishing for your bod.
Aug 11, 20211 min read
Aug 5, 20214 min read
Adenomyosis Explained
Adenomyosis: another big name for another not-so-fancy condition.
Jul 5, 20215 min read
Endometriosis Explained
What is Endometriosis? Fun Fact: Did you know that the average woman spends approximately 3650 days of her life or about 10 years on her...
Jun 8, 20213 min read
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