Two Clients Messaged Me This Week to Say They're Pregnant. Here's What They Did to Get There. There are some messages that never lose their magic. This week, two clients reached out to share the wonderful news that they're pregnant. Although their paths to pregnancy were very different, both women had one thing in common—they […]

Overdue Baby – What Do I Do? A Gentle Guide (and How Acupuncture Can Help) Reaching your due date without going into labour can feel frustrating, confusing, and sometimes even a little worrying. You may be wondering if something is wrong—or if your baby is “late.” The reassuring truth? In most cases, nothing is wrong […]

Reaching your due date without going into labour can feel confusing—especially when you’ve been counting down for weeks. It’s completely natural to wonder if something is wrong or if your baby is “late.” The reassuring news is that in most cases, an overdue baby is simply part of the normal range of pregnancy. Due Dates […]

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 […]

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 […]