Confinement in Chinese culture: "The Sitting Month" Postnatal confinement, deeply rooted in Chinese culture, is a time-honoured practice designed to support the physical and emotional recovery of new mothers after childbirth. This period, lasting approximately 30 to 40 days, emphasises rest, nourishment, and family support. While the cultural context may differ, the underlying principles of […]

We continue the conversation with Dr Vanessa Fisher, Osteopath about Tongue Tie. Vanessa has experience helping babies and parents assess and advise the next steps in treatment or recovery. She has years of experience as an Osteopath, in this area. Who in Australia can diagnose tongue tie? The following professionals are commonly involved in diagnosing […]

Tongue Tie Explained: Signs, Diagnosis & Support for Babies and Children by Dr Vanessa Fisher, Osteopath (The Willow Clinic) What Is Tongue Tie? Tongue tie is a condition present at birth where the lingual frenulum is shorter, thicker or tighter than usual. This the tissue connecting the underside of the tongue to the floor of […]

April is Adenomyosis Awareness month and we wanted to highlight this lesser-known gynaecological condition Adenomyosis is where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows into the muscular wall of the uterus (the myometrium). Different to Endometriosis, where the uterine lining tissue may migrate outside the uterus and create lesions or adhesions to other structures inside […]

Wen Jing Tang and “Cold in the Uterus”: A Chinese Medicine Perspective In Traditional Chinese Medicine, gynaecological symptoms are understood through patterns rather than diagnoses alone. One such pattern is “Cold in the uterus,” which describes reduced warmth and circulation in the lower abdomen. This pattern has long been associated with menstrual irregularity, pelvic pain, […]

Endometriosis and Acupuncture: What Does the Research Tell Us? Endometriosis is a complex, inflammatory condition that affects many women, often presenting with pelvic pain, painful periods, digestive symptoms, fatigue, and emotional strain. While there is currently no cure, many women look for supportive therapies alongside medical care to help manage symptoms and improve daily function. […]