MEDITATING ON POMEGRANATE SEEDS One of my favourite ways to meditate is to stand at the kitchen counter and release pomegranate seeds from the fruit. Sometimes it doesn’t settle me, but there are times where mindfully working with...
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The things on this list are so good, you may want to add them to your wish list too! Instead of a new “diet” this new year, resolve to join the Un-Diet revolution. Meghan Telpner is a local...
Buying organic food is expensive and it is hard to know if it is necessary when trying to conceive. While there are studies that show that occupational exposure to pesticides can compromise fertility in both men and women,...
In the spring issue of our newsletter, I wrote about one of the causes of hip pain, when the sacroiliac (SI) ligaments in the pelvic region have been stressed. Something I’ve come to notice with my female patients is...
I was in New Hampshire in October, immersed in teaching and training as a Self-Care teacher in the Arvigo Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy®. As a self care teacher, I can teach a 2.5 day training that explains why...
In October 2017, an updated Cochrane review was released, addressing the question “Is acupuncture or acupressure useful in inducing labour”. The answer is “Sorta”. The evidence shows that acupuncture can help the cervix to change within 24 hours....
Me: I just had a brilliant idea! Close friend: Oh no you don’t! You can’t do that. Let me explain to you all the ways this can go so horribly wrong… Have you ever had a...
October 15 marked Pregnancy and Infant Loss awareness day. Whether you’ve had a pregnancy loss, infant loss or loss of a potential life (with the onset of your period month after month), I honour your struggle. Your friends, family,...
My late teacher, Catherine Jetsun-Yeshe Rathbun, used to teach a form of breath practice which she called the “Let-Go Breath“. This is a technique which involves the person paying attention to their outbreath or exhalation and silently saying to...
Do you have a lot going on? Are you a bit stressed? Here are 3 things you can start this minute to bring your stress level down! So much to do, so little time! This is a common theme...
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the differences between the way I treat Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) with Chinese herbs compared to the formulas my patients have taken elsewhere in the past with limited improvement. If you are taking or...
Although nutritional supplements should be individualized, there are some supplements that can benefit most people. A woman’s nutritional needs are different than a man’s and an individual’s needs vary depending on a their stage of life. Here are some...
Have you ever wondered what to expect during your first appointment with a hypnotist? I cannot speak for all hypnotists; this post is primarily about my approach with a little about general practice, INTAKE Most practitioners, whether...
Getting a good night’s sleep is critically important under any circumstances, but is especially important during pregnancy. Studies suggest that poor sleep can affect your immune system, increase inflammation in the body, might lead to lower birth weight, longer...
Many people know that acupuncture is useful for back pain or headaches. But for reproductive health? Read on to find out more! Wherever you are on your parenthood journey, acupuncture can offer valuable support every step of the...