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,...
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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...
by David Liang, R.TCMP Last month, with the approach of Earth Day on April 22nd, I decided to flip through some of my references on meditations associated with the environment. Among that pile of books and notes was a...
by Tina Torii, RMT The short answer is yes!! However, there are a few things to consider to get the best care: Choose a registered massage therapist (RMT) that is experienced with massage during pregnancy to get the safest and...
by Aik Kim Heng The spring season is finally upon us; homeowners who pride themselves on their lush lawn and garden are ready to put their green thumbs to work after the long winter break. Gardening can be an...
by Shawn Gallagher Have you ever driven a familiar route and, upon arrival, not been able to remember much about the journey? Perhaps you’ve been so absorbed in a book or a movie that you had a reduced awareness...
The holiday season should be filled with joy. But for many, it can be a time of stress, anxiety and sadness. This is especially true if you have experienced loss- loss of a loved one or a potential loved...
Herbal Vaginal Steams (also traditionally called bajos), are known to cleanse, tone and nourish your cervix, uterus, and vaginal tissues. Steaming can help with irregular and painful periods, hemorrhoids, vaginal dryness, uterine fibroids, or dark blood at the beginning...
When I first started reading and practicing meditation on my own, I was under the impression that it had very little to do with connecting with my physical body and everything to do with connecting with my mind. In...