The importance of a healthy gut

What is good gut health? A healthy gut contains a diverse range of good bacteria and a plethora of immune cells that ward off infectious agents like bacteria, viruses and fungi (in fact 70% of our immune system is located in our gut). A healthy gut also communicates...
10 ways to save the planet

10 ways to save the planet

It’s been a while since I last wrote.  It’s not for want of trying, but since I’ve been at The Old Surgery I’ve been the busiest I’ve ever been with clients.  It’s a fantastic position to be in as so many therapists struggle to turn...
A Safe Pair of Hands

A Safe Pair of Hands

The Importance of Feeling Safe A couple of clients have told me recently that they feel safe with me.  In fact one specifically said “My uterus feels safe in your hands”.  This is great news given that I specialise in women’s health generally, and...
How many sessions will I need?

How many sessions will I need?

A Frequently Asked Question A question I’m often asked is “how many sessions will I need?”.  I always try to be as helpful as possible when I answer but everything I say ends up sounding a bit like “how long is a piece of string?”. ...
Fertility Series 4: Bad Timing

Fertility Series 4: Bad Timing

One thing that’s struck me over the years is how little we generally know about our menstrual cycle.  Until we start trying for a baby we’re usually only aware of it in relation to getting our period every month. Some of us also get a bit of a niggle...
Fertility Series 3: Stress

Fertility Series 3: Stress

First, the science about stress hormones and fertility… The biological interaction between stress and infertility is the result of the action of stress hormones at the brain level, especially on the hypothalamus-pituitary and on the female reproductive organs....
Fertility Series 2: Endometriosis

Fertility Series 2: Endometriosis

What is endometriosis? Another condition I come across often in my clients is endometriosis.  Endometriosis affects approximately 1.5-2 million women in the UK and occurs when tissue that normally lines the uterus (The Endometrium) grows outside of it, most often...
The Importance of Movement

The Importance of Movement

“If only we’d known how important this is when we were in our 20s.” Wise words from my pilates teacher on Wednesday morning, as we talked about how good moving and stretching actually feels.  If only indeed… Why has it taken me so long to work...
The Subtle Art of Detection

The Subtle Art of Detection

I’m obsessed with detective fiction People who know me well will tell you that I’m a little bit obsessed with detection.  From avidly watching my favourite Scandi Noirs on television to poring over a Val McDermid in every spare minute I have, I can’t get enough...