Menopause Brain Fog or Dementia? Why Your Husband Is Worried (and Why You Probably Don’t Need to Be)
Quick answer: Memory lapses and brain fog are very common in perimenopause. They’re mainly caused by falling oestrogen, poor sleep and stress, and for most women they improve after menopause. If your symptoms are getting steadily worse, see your GP. Acupuncture may help by improving sleep, easing hot flushes and calming stress. Does your husband […]
Why Do I Keep Waking Up at 3am During Perimenopause?
You fall asleep absolutely fine. Then suddenly you are wide awake at 3am, staring at the ceiling, thinking about something embarrassing you said in 2007, tomorrow’s shopping list and whether you remembered to reply to that email. Sound familiar? If waking in the middle of the night has suddenly become your new normal, perimenopause could […]
Low Progesterone Symptoms and its Effect on Fertility and Implantation
If you’re trying to conceive, experiencing spotting before your period, recurrent miscarriage or failed IVF, you may have wondered whether low progesterone could be contributing. Progesterone is often called the “pregnancy hormone,” but its role begins long before pregnancy. It prepares the lining of the uterus for implantation, supports early pregnancy and helps create the […]
Why Do Women Struggle to Calculate When They Are Ovulating?
Quick Answer: Many women struggle to calculate ovulation because the standard “Day 14” rule is a myth. Ovulation timing is highly variable, tied to individual cycle length, and can be easily shifted by lifestyle factors or conditions like PCOS. Ovulation typically occurs around 14 days before your next period, not necessarily on day 14 of your current […]
Is Unexplained Infertility Really Unexplained? Tests That May Have Been Missed
Being told you have “unexplained infertility” can feel incredibly frustrating. You’ve had the tests. You’ve done everything you’ve been told to do. And yet—you’re still not pregnant and your told IVF is the only option. But if you don’t know what the problem is, IVF won’t help you find out the answer. For many people, […]
Why It Takes 3 Months to Improve Fertility
When it comes to hormone health and fertility, one of the first questions I’m often asked is: “How long will it take before I see results?” The honest answer? It takes time, because your body works in beautiful, natural cycles. Why 3 months really matters The eggs you ovulate today actually began developing about three months […]
Are these the 5 Questions you Always Wanted to Ask Your Acupuncturist?
Every acupuncture session is completely individual — and patients often want to understand how I choose points, why treatment sometimes happens far away from the painful area, and what to expect in terms of results. Here are the FAQ’s I hear most often, answered simply and honestly: How do you decide which acupuncture points to […]
Can Constipation Affect Fertility & Menopause?
Constipation is more than just uncomfortable. It can affect your hormones, fertility, and even your perimenopause or menopause symptoms. If your digestion feels sluggish, your body may not be clearing waste — including hormones — as it should. Let’s look at why this matters and what you can do. Why Does Going to the Toilet […]
Endometriosis vs Adenomyosis: How do you Differentiate Between Them?
Endometriosis and adenomyosis are two conditions that can have a big impact on women’s lives, yet they’re often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or confused with one another. Both involve the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside of where it’s meant to be. Both can cause pain, heavy bleeding, and fertility challenges however, they are not the same condition. […]
Why I Become an Acupuncturist
I have lost count of the amount of patients who ask me, “what made you decide to be an acupuncturist?” I’ve been an acupuncturist for over 15 years – but the path that led me here wasn’t straightforward. Growing up, I never really knew what I wanted to do. I ended up studying molecular biology […]