Understanding Ovulation Ovulation is one of the most important events in a woman’s monthly cycle. It’s the moment an egg is released from the ovary, making conception possible. While it lasts only 12–24 hours, the hormonal preparation leading up to ovulation is a complex symphony involving the brain, ovaries, adrenal glands and even metabolic health. Healthy […]

Endometriosis is a chronic and often painful condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining (endometrium) grows outside the uterus. This misplaced tissue can appear on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, pelvic cavity, scars, or even the digestive system. Like normal endometrial tissue, it responds to monthly hormone cycles by thickening, swelling, and shedding, which can […]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders affecting women of reproductive age. It is characterised by hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, ovarian cysts, and a range of metabolic and reproductive symptoms. While conventional treatment often focuses on symptom management, a naturopathic approach addresses the root causes, aiming to restore hormonal harmony, support […]

Amenorrhea is a hormonal condition defined by the absence of menstrual periods for longer than three consecutive months in women of reproductive age. While it is not a disease in itself, amenorrhea is often a sign that something in the body is out of balance, particularly within the hormonal or nervous systems. The menstrual cycle […]

Premenstrual tension can be a problematic issue for any phase of a woman’s life. Hormones are very powerful substances, this is especially true for women. A woman’s psyche is intimately connected to her monthly flow of hormones and this time of the month can cause some very uncomfortable moments which we dread. Hormones not only […]

Any form of synthetic hormone such as Oestrogen when introduced to the body will create a shift in the hormonal balance. This happens because you are supplying the body with a hormone which then results in a decline in the bodies natural production of the hormone. Consequently this creates a scrambling of messages and a […]

Most women experience hair loss around three months after their child is born. This may occur due to the changes in the body hormones which occur during pregnancy, breast feeding and post pregnancy adaption. During pregnancy there is more Oestrogen (female hormone) being produced in the body. This is a hormone which causes the hair […]

Evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis) is a wonderful womens herb which has been used historically for many conditions of female reproductive health as well as being beneficial for inflammatory skin conditions.  Women may present with varying symptoms relating to premenstrual symptoms (PMS) such as breast pain, irritability, headaches, back pain and fluid retention of which Evening […]

Morning sickness (nausea and vomiting) is experienced at different levels of severity from a few days after conception and usually tapers off by the end of the 2nd trimester. It can be experienced during the whole day or only in the morning. DIET TIPS FOR MORNING SICKNESS Use herbal teas which help to calm the […]

Vitex Agnus Castus is used to normalise female reproductive issues as it helps to modulate the sex hormones oestrogen and progesterone ratio specifically in the luteal phase of your cycle (ovulation). Vitex may also help to regulate and sustain a pregnancy during implantation of a fertilised ovum.  Vitex may assist in correcting Luteal hormones (LH) […]