As a fertility naturopath, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Why am I not getting pregnant?” Trying to conceive can be exciting at first. But when month after month passes without a positive pregnancy test, it’s natural to start asking questions. You may be wondering whether you’re doing something wrong, whether your… Read more »
If your period feels like it’s getting heavier, more painful, more draining, or harder to cope with each month — you are not imagining it. Many women are told that painful periods are “just part of being a woman,” or that heavy bleeding is a normal part of perimenopause. But periods that leave you exhausted,… Read more »
If you’re searching for an endometriosis diagnosis in NZ, you’ve likely been dealing with symptoms that don’t feel normal, but are not getting any clear answers. Your periods may be heavy, painful, or exhausting to manage.You might be pushing through pain, cancelling plans, or feeling like your cycle is taking over your life. You may… Read more »
Hormone testing in New Zealand can feel confusing – different tests, timing requirements, interpretation nuances, and access pathways. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step framework which explains: Many women are told their hormones are “normal” yet still experience symptoms. The right test — interpreted properly — depends on your symptoms, cycle health, fertility goals, and… Read more »
In this article you’ll discover 5 powerful hormone balancing foods NZ woman should know — backed by science and traditional naturopathic wisdom. You might expect a list of trending superfoods like maca powder, matcha lattes, or acai bowls. But in my practice, I’ve found that the most effective hormone balancing foods are often the simplest… Read more »
Hormonal acne: Eeek, you’ve hit your 20s, 30s or peri-menopause and are surprised to find yourself suddenly trying to manage stubborn hormonal acne. It would be amazing if after we hit our teenage years, we never had to deal with acne again. Unfortunately hormonal acne is a surprisingly common type of acne that affects many… Read more »
Are you ready to transition off the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) AKA birth control, but you’ve heard scary stories about what happens to your body when you do? Maybe you’re part of the almost 60 percent of women who take the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) for reasons other than pregnancy prevention. Are you ready to… Read more »
Have you ever wondered how does stress affect your period and menstrual cycle? As you may be aware hormones, periods and stress have a strong working relationship. In this article I explain how stress impacts your period, menstrual cycle and hormones, how these hormones work, the signs to look for and how you can support… Read more »
Sleep is the foundation of good health. It may seem too simple (and obvious?), but it plays a vital role in our physical and psychological well-being. Why is sleep important for health? Just one night of poor sleep can affect memory, judgment, eating patterns, your mood and interfere with the normal circadian cycle of sleep…. Read more »
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