As the autumn and the cooler months start to creep up on us; the call of a hot bath or shower can be a tempting way to relax and unwind after a busy day, as well as a wonderful way to indulge in some self care and pampering!
Read MoreIt’s a new year and just like that 2022 is upon us!
And with a new year comes the usual flood of “New Year - New YOU”.
Each new year we are bombarded with messaging around starting new diets, new exercise plans, turning over a new leaf with habits and generally reinventing ourselves
Read MoreColour has long held its own language and symbolism. For example red = passion, pink = romantic love, green = growth. Each colour has varying frequencies and wavelengths, thereby having its own effect on the body
Read MoreLet’s face it, sometimes life can feel busy, rushed and overwhelming; we are left chasing our tails and wishing we could just have some space to rest and unwind. Essential oils can help us to do this by creating a calm, relaxing atmosphere in our homes.
Read MoreTo live your most aligned life, tapping into your intuition, should be part of your daily practice. Its your innate guidance system, and in most people its highly under utilised!
Read MoreAphthous Stomatitis are ulcers which form on the mucous membranes. These ulcers are the most common of oral mucosal diseases in New Zealand. Ulcers typically form on the inside of the lips, cheeks and the underside of the tongue, and can sometimes be found on genitals.
Read MoreSkin, it comes in various textures, shades, types and ages, but no matter how it differs from person to person its function and role is the same. The largest organ in the body, skin itself makes up around 15 percent of our total body weight.
Read MoreBeing a mother is an amazing experience. But let's be real, it can often be an experience that is also messy, exhausting and one that will try your patience!
Read MoreAs parents, we all want what is best for our children. We want to nourish and nurture our children so that they can be healthy and vital. A young child's natural sense of wonder and curiosity about the world as they learn about their environment and culture through play, makes early childhood a very special time indeed.
Read MoreMany women in New Zealand and indeed worldwide, suffer from intense pain during their monthly cycle . Dysmenorrhea is one of the most frequent gynaecological complaints, and is severe enough to impair daily functioning, leading women to take time off work, school or forgo social activities.
Read MoreThe human body is truely a wondrous thing. It strives to heal and recharge itself everyday. The body keeps itself in homeostasis, it houses colonies of bacteria which influence everything from digestion, to mood to immune defence; and the human body is capable of creating new life! We really are extraordinary!!
Read MoreOur bodies are amazingly complex, there is so much going on underneath the surface of our skin that if we stopped and thought about it we would be in a state of awe and amazement at this body that we inhibit.
Read MoreThe practice of Naturopathy is under pinned by six guiding principals, one of which is First do no harm. This means as a naturopath we look to use the most natural, non invasive and lest toxic of therapies to help support the the bodies inherent wisdom to heal itself.
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