#therealtruthaboutmenopause Breaking taboos, breaking the silence against ‘menopause’ women are speaking out more and more on their journey to elder. We are going through a process of self initiation, our bodies are initiating us , but while in this cocoon of change, we are changing woman, don’t expect too much from us! Here I share my top tips for … Read More
What is Vaginal Steaming, Yoni Steaming or Womb Steaming?
Dr. Rosita Arvigo, a naturopathic physician, herbalist, international lecturer, author and teacher of Maya medicine has brought back this ancient practice to modern women. She lived and studied with traditional Mayan healers in Belize for nearly 25 years, and shares that vaginal steaming is very common among women because it works. Yoni steaming has been known by women throughout history to: … Read More
Pre Menstrual Kindness
Back in 2013 I wrote a blog post called “Take a Sacred Day Each Month” and as I’ve moved into my peri-menopause journey it’s become even more important to give myself much more self care and self kindness premenstrually. Whilst taking time out (if possible) is a good practice during your moon time, if you suffer from premenstrual symptoms, this … Read More
Guest Post “I Opted Out Of Surgery: Here Are 7 Things I Did For My Endometriosis Instead”
I Opted Out Of Surgery: Here Are 7 Things I Did For My Endometriosis Instead This article is by Mizan practitioner Gemma Barry Endometriosis changed my life…for the better It may be hard to believe this statement, but hear me out. I was diagnosed with endometriosis last year—along with adenomyosis, fibroids, and an ovarian cyst. And I want to say this … Read More
Book Review….Love Your Lady Landscape
Oh my goddess, Love Your Lady Landscape is fabulous! I have fallen in love with Lisa Lister, she writes about such important issues with humour and forthrightness. I love that she has created her own SHE Flow yoga- no going into asanas you don’t feel like when your bleeding or having an ‘off’ day…its all about doing what makes you … Read More
[guest post] how to care for a prolapse- advice from Bushra Finch
I asked Bushra to write a prolapse article as I get lots and lots of emails from women suffering from them, she was happy to supply the wonderful information below! Prolapse Care by Bushra Finch of Mizan Therapy There are a number of different types of prolapse, depending on which organ is affected. Uterine prolapse When the ligaments supporting the … Read More
Eat your way to a better period this Xmas
It’s Xmas, and you’ve got your period, perhaps not the best of timing. But, did you realise that your Xmas menu can go a long way to making it better? First up – Xmas dinner! Vitamin B6 can make a huge difference to how your body feels during your period. It helps to relieve pre-menstrual cravings, water retention and bloating, … Read More
10 Ways to Help with Heavy Flow
Heavy menstrual bleeding happens to a lot of women, and for the most part they tend to see it as normal. If you were to visit your GP about it, it is very likely that you would be offered medication to help stop or lighten the flow or be offered the contraceptive pill in an attempt to improve it. (Read … Read More
The Why and How of Yoni Steaming
Yoni steaming has received a mixed press in the last 12 months after Gwyneth Paltrow admitted that its something that she does. As ever the ‘medical experts’ insist there is no evidence that steaming is beneficial, but it could be argued that there is no evidence because nobody has done a scientific research paper on it! Yoni steaming as a … Read More
Coping with Menstrual Migraines
Menstrual migraines are mainly caused by hormones (of course!), often progesterone deficiency which means there isn’t enough relaxation for blood vessels and low adrenal function because the adrenals need progesterone to produce cortisol. If menstrual migraine is plaguing you then perhaps some of the suggestions on this list might help. Hydration – Ok so I can hear you all … Read More