Embracing Winter at Billabong Retreat: A TCM-Inspired Journey I recently spent a restful and restorative couple of days at Billabong Retreat 1 hr west of Sydney. It was during the start of Winter, and it truly reminded me of the importance of aligning with the seasons — a core principle of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). […]

Nutrient Dense Irish Stew with a TCM twist! The simplicity of an Irish Stew shouldn't be underestimated. There's some wonderful nourishing aspects to this classic, and I've come up with a way to add a TCM aromatic spices twist. To add warmth and a gentle pungency to the Irish Stew without using chilli (which can […]

As the weather cools, nothing comforts quite like a nourishing bowl of Ginger Chicken and Leek Soup. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, chicken is prized for its ability to tonify the Spleen, which helps support digestion and overall vitality, especially during Winter when our Yang energy needs extra care. Leeks, with their mild […]

Warming Lamb Stew with Vegetables and Aromatic Spices Here’s a Warming Lamb Stew with Vegetables and Aromatic Spices — We want to create meals during Winter that are easy to digest (hello slow cookers!), nutrient dense, and build the Qi and Blood and combat the cold. This is a delicious example that teaches us how […]

The Common Cold: How I Managed My Recent one with Natural Remedies In Sydney, once Summer holidays were over and students headed back to school, it wasn't long until my kids brought a common cold home. Something about us all being apart during the Summer and taking a break in the warm weather meant we […]

Acupuncture for Postpartum Support Whether it’s replenishing energy, managing hormonal changes, or supporting breastfeeding, acupuncture can play a key role in helping mothers feel stronger and more balanced during this life-changing phase. Have you thought about it for your recovery? How Can Acupuncture Support Postpartum Recovery? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focuses a lot on RESOURCES […]