Natural ways to deal with menstrual pain

Although period pain is common, it’s most definitely not “normal”, and shouldn’t ever occur in an otherwise healthy woman. The presence of pain indicates to a Chinese medicine practitioner that the usual flow of the menstrual cycle is not occurring as it should, which means some other factor is getting in the way. These factors can include a hormonal imbalance (from contraceptives or an unhealthy diet), stress and other lifestyle factors, nutrient imbalances, or an undiagnosed and untreated underlying condition. So what can you do about it?

How to thicken an endometrium

In Chinese medicine the uterus is known as the baby palace, and a healthy uterine lining is essential for growing a healthy baby. A lining that is too thin will make it more difficult for an embryo to implant or obtain proper nourishment throughout the pregnancy. A healthy lining is evenly distributed throughout the uterus, enjoys good blood flow, and at mid-cycle it measures 8-12 mm thick. Read on for some ways to improve your uterine lining.

How To Understand Natural Cycles and Ageing

For many women, the topic of hormones, periods and menopause is a no-go zone. However by understanding our body’s natural cycles can shed light on the ageing process and help us to feel empowered.

Considering Acupuncture and IVF?

Embarking upon IVF treatment is not a decision that is made lightly, so it’s only natural for prospective parents to want to do everything they can to promote their chances of a successfully outcome.

To date there has been very little research into the area of acupuncture and IVF, however I thought I would explain some of the theory behind the Chinese medicine approach, to help you decide if it is something you’d like to explore.

5 Ways Acupuncture Can Help Women's Health

A woman’s body undergoes several changes during the different stages of her life. These changes can affect her physical and mental health as well as lead to health complications.

Acupuncture for women’s health is great for alleviating the symptoms from health problems that women experience during pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and menopause.

Here are some ways acupuncture can improve women’s health.

How to take your basal body temperature (BBT)

BBT charting is an incredibly simple and useful tool in helping you (and us!) gain greater insight into the timing and quality of your menstrual cycle. The shifting of your hormones throughout your cycle is reflected in small changes in your body temperature, and BBT charting helps us to really see what is going on and what could be contributing to your health issues. For a smooth and healthy period, your body needs to be producing the right levels of the right hormones at the right times – not always an easy task in our chemical-filled, stressed out lives.

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