Winning Futures is a non-profit that I've worked with in the past. They pair mentors with at-risk youth. The time commitment is minimal yet it is very rewarding. Can you imagine giving a child the encouragement and self esteem to let them know that they can truly accomplish their … [Read more...] about Who wants to make a difference?
Holistic Fertility Support Group – This Sunday July 10th
Holistic Fertility Support Group The struggle to conceive can be a very emotional and taxing journey. In conjunction with conventional medical treatments, there are several aspects of health and well-being that can be addressed through complementary techniques. These techniques include diet, … [Read more...] about Holistic Fertility Support Group – This Sunday July 10th
Chinese Herbology
Ever since my first herbs class, I have loved working with Chinese herbs. It is through Chinese herbs that the true art of Chinese medicine really shines. In practice, using herbs is key in helping patients progress in their healing. The building blocks of Chinese medicine are single herbs. … [Read more...] about Chinese Herbology
The importance of a good tongue!
Chinese Medicine Tongue Diagnosis: Most of our clients who come to the office bristle at the thought of having their tongue diagnosed. When we first ask to see the tongue, most are embarrassed. “I did not brush my teeth before I came in” or “I ate blueberries” are common responses. We are often … [Read more...] about The importance of a good tongue!
Let’s Talk about Sex
Working with women and fertility, we focus all our attention on menstrual cycles. We focus so much on length of the period, quality of the period, timing of ovulation, signs of ovulation, etc. that we forget how babies are actually created. Last week, I had a patient report that she didn't think … [Read more...] about Let’s Talk about Sex
Birth Doula Workshop at the Center for the Childbearing Year
Many people have asked me where I completed my birth doula and postpartum doula training. I was trained at the Center for The Childbearing Year and have only positive things to say about it. The center has amazing, knowledgable, and grounded practitioners. They have supported many women during … [Read more...] about Birth Doula Workshop at the Center for the Childbearing Year