Discover what your cycle length reveals about your hormonal and fertility health. Learn about short and long cycles, ovulation, mid-cycle spotting, and when to seek naturopathic support.

Could your vaginal microbiome be impacting your fertility? Many women experience recurrent miscarriage or unexplained infertility with 'normal' test results—yet vaginal health is rarely considered. Learn how the vaginal microbiome affects conception, pregnancy outcomes, and overall reproductive health, plus natural ways to restore balance.

Pregnancy loss leaves both visible and invisible scars, especially after multiple D&C procedures. This in-depth guide explores the profound impact on uterine health and fertility, offering compassionate and holistic strategies—from herbal medicine to emotional healing—to support your body’s recovery and restore balance.

Struggling with PMS every month? Inflammation may be the missing piece behind mood swings, bloating, and cramps. Learn how chronic inflammation affects hormones—and discover natural ways to calm the storm through diet, gut health, stress management, and key nutrients.

Period pain may be common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Learn how prostaglandins contribute to cramps, why inflammation plays a role, and how natural strategies like magnesium, zinc, herbal medicine, and gentle movement can support menstrual health. Plus, when to investigate further for underlying conditions like endometriosis or adenomyosis.

Preconception care is all about setting the stage for a healthy pregnancy by optimising your health before conception. It has a profound impact on fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and even the long-term health of your future child. Taking care of your body during this critical window supports egg and sperm DNA integrity, enhances reproductive health, and promotes overall well-being.

For those planning for pregnancy, managing hormone health, or simply striving for better overall wellness, taking steps to reduce toxin exposure is more important than ever. Low-tox living isn’t about perfection; it’s about small, intentional changes that can make a significant difference. Here’s why it matters and how you can start your journey.

Discover how gut health impacts your overall wellness. Learn how functional testing like Complete Microbiome Mapping can uncover root causes of symptoms like bloating, fatigue, infertility, and mood swings.

Struggling with infertility led me to naturopathy nearly a decade ago. In this article, I share my personal journey, insights from the MTHFR conference, and the urgent need for personalised fertility care. Learn how tailored nutritional and lifestyle strategies can empower you on your fertility journey.

Discover my effective natural remedies to increase milk supply, including herbal galactagogues, nutritional support, lactation teas and cookies! Save these tips to support your breastfeeding journey and post-partum recovery.

Exploring the menstrual cycle, ovulation tracking, and fertility awareness methods. If you are trying to conceive or thinking about it in the near future, one of the most crucial pieces of knowledge you need is understanding the flow and power of your menstrual cycle.

Oestrogen excess may present as various physiological symptoms throughout the menstrual cycle. From the usual suspects like heavy, painful periods and weight gain to the lesser-talked-about symptoms such as chilly hands and feet due to poor circulation, or those nagging headaches and tender breasts. Understanding what causes this imbalance empowers us to make nutritional changes that support oestrogen metabolism and help restore balance to the body.

As a woman's body transitions through its cyclical phases, it experiences seasons of change. Nourishing foods, suitable activities, and tailored lifestyle strategies can support hormonal fluctuations, replenish essential nutrients during menstrual phases, and aid in detoxification.

As we age, especially as we begin to enter the perimenopause phase, the foundation of our health becomes even more critical, even more so when it comes to hormones. One of the most powerful (and simple) hacks to optimising hormone health is understanding the roles of macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—and applying them correctly to your diet.

We’re all familiar with stress. In our daily lives, stress is often an unwelcome companion, affecting our bodies and minds in various ways. But did you know that not all stress is the same? Understanding the difference between actual, tangible stress and its perceived counterpart can profoundly impact how we manage our well-being.

It's totally normal to ride the rollercoaster of emotions throughout any given day. From happiness to frustration, anger to loneliness, and everything in between, our emotional spectrum is vast and ever-changing. Life throws us curveballs, and our emotions react accordingly, swinging along the continuum as we navigate through experiences. However, trouble brews when we get stuck in one emotion, unable to shift back to neutral.

Supporting hormone health can be as simple as being mindful of what you eat and ensuring your meals are packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. This delicious pomegranate quinoa salad with grilled chicken is not just a quick and healthy lunch option; it’s a powerhouse of micronutrients essential for hormone balance.

One of the easiest ways to improve our overall wellness is by improving the quality of our sleep. From the length of time asleep to the entire day leading up to bedtime, we can make intentional changes that will positively impact our sleep and overall well-being. This sleep checklist will delve into the dos and don’ts that can significantly alter the quality of your sleep.

We’ve all been there–feeling that subtle niggle in the neck, an occasional eye twitch, or an unexplained heaviness in the chest. Those restless nights where sleep seems elusive, and even when it graces us, we wake up tired and not quite ourselves. It’s more than just daily stress; it’s the manifestations of a dysregulated nervous system, echoing weeks, months, or even years of hyper-awareness, leaving us stuck in a perpetual fight-or-flight mode. So, what can we do about it?

Herbal medicine has a long history in the treatment of reproductive disorders and maintaining overall health. Helping to manage conditions such as premenstrual syndrome, uterine cramping and pain, hormonal imbalances and menopause, herbal medicine is a powerful and effective choice for those seeking reproductive vitality.