This article explores the concept of ‘the good enough mother’, recognizing the many pressures, ideals and challenges which can be placed on mothers from family, friends, themselves, their culture and the wider societal norms and expectations. It explores the parenting role beyond the sole responsibility of a mother. It also creates space for rejecting expectations and claiming kindness and patience…
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Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) can be a debilitating condition for women affecting many aspects of life. Find out what causes chronic pelvic pain, the symptoms & integrated care is the best way to manage this condition. What is Chronic pelvic pain? Chronic pelvic pain is estimated to affect up to 26% of the world’s female population. Chronic pelvic pain is…
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Menopause hormone therapy – MHT (also known as hormone replacement therapy – HRT) is the use of hormones during the perimenopause to alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and cognitive and mood symptoms. HRT for women during perimenopause can significantly improve quality of life and sleep and reduce symptoms. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the time of life…
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Discover the many benefits of the Mediterranean diet, a healthy eating pattern that can help you lose weight, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol levels and reduce your chances of heart disease and cancer. What is the Mediterranean diet? The Mediterranean diet was first described in the medical literature in the early 1960s by Ancel Keys. He observed that people…
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This is a woman’s ultimate guide to holistic perimenopause treatment. Are you aged 35+ and noticing changes to your bleeding, cycle, skin, mood, weight or sleep? Perimenopause is on the horizon for you and this article outlines the foundations for thriving through perimenopause and beyond. By Dr Deborah Brunt. Last edited 05/21/22. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the normal phase…
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