A massage for Mum means a better feed for bub.
11th August 2015
[fb_button] Here's a completely unselfish reason to ask for a back rub before you breastfeed - it helps lactation and means you have a more satisfied baby. In the attempt…
Pregnancy
Meet Simone, my locum
1st August 2015
[fb_button] Maternity leave and locum news In case you didn't know, I will be going on maternity leave sometime this September. Of course, I don't want to leave my beautiful…
What is preconception care?
29th July 2015
Preconception care offers support to couples with fertility problems and also for those who simply want their child to have the healthiest start to life. Our aim is not only…
Vitamin D helps blood sugar level stability during pregnancy
10th January 2015
10/1/15 Vitamin D for healthy blood sugar levels in pregnancy If you're not getting enough Vitamin D while you're pregnant, your blood sugar levels may suffer. This could mean that…
Naturopathic support in pregnancy
14th November 2012
Pregnancy is such an exciting time! Every Mum wants to do the best they possibly can for their baby, but it can get a little overwhelming with all the information…
Pregnancy Massage
14th November 2012
Pregnancy is one of the most important times of your life to get regular massages, as it has many benefits to both mother and baby. 10 Benefits of Pregnancy Massage:…
Leg cramps in pregnancy
9th November 2012
Relief for Pregnancy-induced leg cramps Leg cramps are a common complaint for pregnant women, however there is no current standard treatment. Naturopaths and nutritionists often recommend a magnesium supplement for…
Endometriosis
28th February 2012
Endometriosis is the cause of up to 80% of pelvic pain or infertility. It is the most common cause of infertility in women over 25 years. It is estimated 10-20%…
Fish oil reduces child allergy risk
9th February 2012
New mothers who wait until they're breastfeeding before starting fish oil supplementation may have missed the boat when it comes to reducing childhood allergic disease. Results from five randomised, controlled…
Ready to Start a Family?
8th December 2011
Preconception Care - When and Where to Begin? Are you and your partner making plans to have a baby? The preconception period is an important window of opportunity to ensure you…
Thyroid Health – Part 2
2nd November 2011
Thanks to everyone for all your beautiful well wishes and congratulations. I had a fantastic day, and a wonderful honeymoon. This article follows on from the previous article, which discussed…
Expectant Mums Reduce Infant Allergy with Fish Oil
2nd June 2011
Maternal intake of omega-3 could possibly be linked with childhood allergy incidence, according to a recent study. The randomised, placebo-controlled study aimed to measure the effects of maternal omega-3 long-chain…
