by kathleenmurphy | Nov 4, 2020 | Acupuncture, Digestive health, Herbal medicine, Nutrition, Pregnancy Support, Tips & Tricks
I’ve written about pregnancy heartburn before and am revisiting the topic again today, as it is so common – usually during the second and third trimesters, but can occur at any stage of pregnancy. Heartburn (aka. dyspepsia / acid reflux) can be painful,...
by kathleenmurphy | Oct 30, 2020 | Acupuncture, Herbal medicine, Nutrition, Pregnancy Support, Seasonal health, Women's Health
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses, which are found in the forehead, cheeks and behind the eyes. It is a very common and extremely uncomfortable condition, especially at this time of year when allergies and associated respiratory symptoms tend to flare. The...
by kathleenmurphy | May 10, 2019 | Acupuncture, Preconception Care, Research, Women's Health
It is estimated that 1 in 6 Australian couples will experience fertility challenges1, and there may be a number of reasons that contribute to this. Acupuncture treatment can be very beneficial when fertility support is needed; and has a long history of use for...
by kathleenmurphy | Mar 20, 2017 | Breastfeeding and Postpartum Care, Emotional wellbeing, Women's Health
Last month I went into the Kinderling studios, here in Sydney, and talked with host Shevonne about the changes women go through after birth. And the pressures many of us feel to get ourselves together – physically, emotionally and mentally – soon after the...
by kathleenmurphy | May 30, 2014 | Tales from my life
Hello pals. Apologies for the blog absence. I just… haven’t been here. I have a long list of ideas and several half-started / unfinished posts on the burner. BUT these last weeks of pregnancy, some intense nesting (scrubbing walls, cleaning out boxes that...