To recap our previous blog on the Prevalence of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), we are finding more and more women of reproductive age with this common and complex endocrine disorder. While it is linked to certain genetic and and lifestyle factors, no definite cause has been determined by doctors. The signs and symptoms that women with PCOS experience can [...]
If you're struggling with fertility you're not alone. Millions of couples experience infertility each year with causes that can be difficult to determine. One diagnosis that's popping up more and more is PCOS, or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is an extremely complex endocrine and metabolic disorder that affects women of reproductive age. With symptoms and risks [...]
What Clients Are Saying "I had been considering acupuncture to treat several ailments for years now, but I never quite got around to it. I'm sure it was partly due to being slightly (if not very!) skeptical about this "alternative" approach to treatment. Well, all I need to say is that 4 months into treatment [...]
Getting your belly back after childbirth is a question that comes up A LOT! But we are surprisingly uniformed as to the proper care for our postpartum abs. For some women the abdominal muscles tear during pregnancy, a condition called 'Postpartum Diastasis,' and it's important to address getting them back together early and diligently. For women [...]
There are many benefits a postpartum mother can receive from ingesting her placenta. Benefits include: reduction of postpartum bleeding encourages the development of milk supply reduction of stress hormones and stress levels replenishes essential nutrients like iron and vitamin B6 prevention of hormonal mood swings and baby blues and my favorite ENERGY In today's world, one [...]
Mamas are truly amazing! For nine months we take great care of ourselves, get doted on by strangers, have showers in our honor. But often, after delivery, the care and health of baby steps in and mother's health moves to the background. This is when it's especially important to prioritize the health of the mother and guard [...]
We always keep several beautiful blooming orchids in the office. I give them careful attention because a healthy bloom represents to me what my clients are going through. Here in San Francisco we are currently in a state of extreme drought. What’s interesting about this and the body is that many of our patients are [...]
Prenatal yoga classes are abundant in San Francisco! And as a mama's body experiences rapid change during pregnancy, it's nice to know you can go somewhere specialized to your changing body's needs and be surrounded by other women going through the same thing. Finding safe and effective exercises that are comfortable throughout each trimester can be [...]
The benefits associated with using essential oils are during pregnancy can be abundant. There are many cases of essential oils helping with the relief of pregnancy-related issues including nausea, swollen ankles, aches and pains and more. Essential Oils can be a great natural solution to the alternatives like taking an antacid or Tylenol for symptom [...]
When looking for natural ways to maintain your health, there’s an important one to consider: Probiotics. In recent years, the benefits of probiotics have pushed doctors to recommend them and manufacturers to offer them in a wide variety of forms. The advantages of including them in your diet range from treatment to prevention of common [...]
