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Kristen Andrew’s has your back when it comes to Perimenopause - here she explains what’s going on with your body and mind (and what to do about it!)

By Olivia Sitting on the couch 2 weeks post-birth we were in the most serene bubble, completely awestruck by our little squish. The fresh baby scent wafting from his unwashed head, tiny limbs starting to slowly unravel from their once womb-squashed state - it was perfect. If he was the angelic-cherub representation of life itself, I was the antithesis. Unbrushed hair, purple under eyes with red rimmed companions sitting above them, milk stained clothing and albeit my rather s

By Caitlin McIntyre When I found out that I was 11 weeks pregnant 5 months postpartum I was in total shock.. full of emotions and instantly feeling guilty for my first baby. Despite the knowledge I have as a remedial massage therapist, nothing prepared me for becoming pregnant again while still very much in the postpartum stage.. My first pregnancy taught me a lot about how the body adapts and changes, it helped me to understand more about the female body and how my job as a

By Physio Ash and Practice Manager Saira Mother’s Day is often filled with flowers, breakfast in bed, and a heartfelt “thank you.” It’s a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the women who give so much of themselves every single day: physically, emotionally, and mentally. But beyond the cards and gifts, Mother’s Day can also be a gentle reminder: When was the last time you checked in on your own health? For many women, particularly mothers, personal wellbeing tends to sit low o

If you’ve ever been told that your painful periods are “normal” or something you just must put up with you’re not alone. Endometriosis Australia reported that 1 in 7 females and those assigned female at birth, or 14% of girls and women in Australia are now estimated to live with Endometriosis. This is an increase from previously reported 1 in 9 or 11%. So, what is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where tissue (endometrium) similar to the lining of the uterus grows

By Eleanor Lambert There’s lots of noise when it comes to planning for the birth of your child. In the age of social media and algorithms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with all of the differing opinions around the “best” way to bring your child into this world. As an experienced birth doula and women’s health physiotherapist, these are my top three tips. 1. Knowledge really is power A lot of parents avoid looking into their birth ‘options’ as they fear it will increase their