I am a huge fan of home remedies and effective health hacks that people can learn and use every day to keep themselves and their families well. From making your own flu brew to the power of a good herbal tea, I am passionate about educating folks on dead-easy kitchen...
Family Health
One of the things I’m most passionate about is instilling good health values in our children, ensuring their future health is built on strong foundations. We all want our kids to be as happy, healthy and bright as possible – and if the whole family can benefit, even better! Children are complex little individuals and, just like adults, require patience and understanding when managing their health. Common conditions that respond very well to natural medicine (even in babies) include reflux, stomach upsets, recurrent infections, skin inflammation, concentration and behavioural problems.
Sicklet, stay at home.
I published a version of this post a couple of years ago, but it warrants a rerun; as it's snot-ridden, cough-laden cold and flu season. Again! And I'm seeing the same thing now as I did then. It's seasonal, I suppose. ***** This time of year results in a lot of the...
Little things
I don't know about you, but my year started off pretty slow. We had time off with family. Came home to Sydney. Settled back into the 'normal' routine. For me, work trickled in gradually and I geared up for a return to an intensive Masters program. Then February rolled...
A force to be reckoned with
One of the key principles underpinning naturopathic practice is that of vital force. Vitality. Life force. The energy within us that powers life, propels us forward, maintains health, fights illness and facilitates healing. AKA... Qi. Prana. Blood. Breath. Life. I had...
Honouring Feelings
Feelings, I have many. As I'm sure you do too. How each of us expresses our feelings, however, can differ remarkably. What about babies, toddlers and children? Little humans who are still relatively new to the world, muddling their way through their relationships,...
Oh baby, those teeth HURT!
I think we can all agree that teething blows. Nobody enjoys it. Not baby. Not Mum or Dad. Not siblings. Nobody. It's rough. Some babies start cutting teeth very early in the game, but for most the process usually begins around 6 months. Some babies, it must be said,...
My favourite kitchen remedies
Hi pals! Well we've settled into the rhythm of Boston life and are thoroughly enjoying this excellent town. Jon is busy at the university, I'm busy wrangling the baby + a couple of writing contracts, and Molly's busy growing at a rate of knots. Look at how CUTE she...
Why breakfast matters
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? It's definitely in the top three. Eating something in the morning provides fuel for your activity in the early part of the day. Breakfast plays an important role in both blood sugar regulation and metabolic...
Bacteria is good for you
If you follow me on Twitter, you will be very familiar with my regular posts and re-tweets of articles that discuss gut health, digestion and beneficial bacteria. I do this because I'm interested in bacteria (amongst other things). I'm interested in bacteria because,...
Life with a newborn: how to improve your energy
Today I'm guest posting over at Mouths of Mums. Click through to read my top tips for improving energy when you've got a new baby. What energy-boosting tips work best for you? Any favourites you can share?