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PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) affects many women to varying degrees – some may experience mild symptoms a day or so before a period, but for some the symptoms can last up to 1-2 weeks before a period and can be really debilitating.  Symptoms differ greatly from woman to woman but are normally a combination of physical…

What is Basal Body Temperature? Basal Body Temperature is the lowest body temperature attained during rest. It is usually estimated by a temperature measurement immediately after waking. Basal Body Temperature and Fertility Charting the menstrual cycle by taking the Basal Body Temperature at the same time each day is an excellent way of looking at…

Something I hear quite often from my Menopausal clients is ‘bloating’ or ‘having a bloated tummy’.  It’s not often talked about so I thought I would address it in this blog and offer some brief tips and advice that may help during lockdown.  Frequently, women who are otherwise slim, eat healthily will say that although…

SECONDARY INFERTILITY After having your first baby, many people think that having their next child will be easy, but sometimes life can throw a curved ball and for some couples this is not always the case. For some couples struggling to conceive their next baby ‘secondary infertility’ or ‘secondary sub-fertility’ can often be neglected. People…

I’m a huge believer that the key to Perimenopause and indeed Menopause is to REALLY look after yourself. Prioritising Self Care, emotional wellbeing and looking after both your physical and your mental health is vital. One thing I say to all my clients is – ‘focus on you’ –  speak to your GP, eat nutritious…

We all know how important it is for our Health and Wellbeing to get a good night’s sleep. Sometimes that’s easier said than done.  We have all been there tossing and turning trying to get to sleep and checking that clock.  For some it is a rare occurrence, but for others it happens all the…

The Menopause or the dreaded “M” word is an important subject for a Reflexologist because almost all women will experience some symptoms along the way.  Are you feeling irritable? Are your periods erratic? Are you feeling low, moody? Night sweats? Sleep issues? Can’t concentrate….? Symptoms can vary, from a gradual decrease in periods to an…

How are you all doing? It really is such a strange time in our lives at the moment.  As a wife, Mum and a small business owner, I’m definitely concerned about how things are going to work out over the next few months.  But I’m trying my best to follow the advice I’m giving to…