Insomnia and birth control pills Women need more sleep than men and can have a more difficult time getting it due to hormonal shifts across the menstrual cycle. Does this mean by using hormonal contraception you can smooth out the hormonal bumps and get fantastic...
Menopause refers to a woman’s final menstrual cycle, most commonly around the age of 50. During perimenopause, hormones wind down and fluctuate for an average of four to eight years, until ovulation, menstruation, and the production of the hormones oestrogen and...
A Naturopath’s guide to get your period & fertility back Have you been diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)? Not sure what you can do? Here’s your comprehensive guide to understanding the underlying causes and what natural treatments work for...
The impact of hormone shifts on your metabolism Are you a woman in your 40s who eats a healthy diet and exercises regularly? Perhaps you’ve noticed a little weight gain on your tummy. Unwanted “love handles” you can’t seem to shift despite...
The right to painless periods If you are one of the estimated 50% or more of women who dread “that time of the month” due to cramping, shooting, dragging pain which accompanies your period you may have been told “it’s all part of being a woman”, “it’s...
You’ve got pain in your lower belly. A constant urge to pee. Your bladder feels like it’s on fire and your toilet bowl smells like something from the pits of hell. Hello, urinary tract infection! Most women will experience at least one in their life. However, some...
