Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women, yet no two experiences are alike. Alongside lifestyle changes, medical support and alternative therapies like acupuncture, some supplements may offer additional benefits in managing symptoms such as irregular cycles, insulin resistance, and inflammation.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is often described in Western medicine as a hormonal condition affecting ovulation, insulin sensitivity, and androgen levels. But in Chinese medicine, PCOS is viewed through an entirely different lens. Rather than focusing only on lab results and hormone panels, Chinese medicine looks at patterns of imbalance within the whole body. This perspective allows treatment to be personalised, addressing not only the menstrual cycle but also digestion, stress, mood, and energy and how all of these factors impact your PCOS.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. PCOS is not a “one-size-fits-all” diagnosis. In fact, there are several different types of PCOS, each with unique symptoms. This is why pursuing a holistic healing modality like acupuncture and Chinese medicine is so important.

September is PCOS awareness month and this is particularly close to my heart because well... I, myself, am 1 in 10! It took me almost 7 years to get a diagnosis of PCOS! I went from doctor, to doctor, to doctor with my symptoms, only to be told to take the OCP and all my issues would be solved!

In traditional Chinese medicine theory, the liver and gallbladder are the organs attributed to the wood element and to Spring. They help us adapt to the changing environment, just as the fresh spring breeze carries away the stagnation of Winter! The liver is especially prone to stagnation and is happiest when there is a healthy, smooth flow of Qi!

I, for one, would like to celebrate the incredible journey of motherhood and the many ways we nourish and nurture our little ones. I would also like to honour ALL mothers, whether you are breastfeeding, exclusively pumping, or formula feeding! Breastfeeding is a beautiful way to provide for our babies, but it's also important to recognise that every Mumma's path is unique!

If you're exploring natural and holistic ways to support your fertility journey, acupuncture might already be on your radar. As a registered acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner based on the Gold Coast, I have a clinical interest in working with women navigating hormone imbalances and fertility challenges as well as the stress and anxiety that comes with it.

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, we find ourselves transitioning into the winter season. And although we are truly blessed with beautiful sun-filled winters here on the Gold Coast, it is still important to listen to the wisdom that Chinese medicine holds for us. This time of year is often associated with rest, reflection, and renewal—a perfect opportunity to tune into the rhythms of nature and nurture our health. For women, in particular, winter can be a time to focus on balance, vitality, and well-being. As a women's health acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner, I’m excited to share some ancient wisdom and practical tips to help you embrace the winter season with grace and ease.

Anxiety is more than just feeling stressed. It can disrupt sleep, affect digestion, and leave you feeling on edge all of the time. If you’re looking for a natural way to feel more grounded, acupuncture could be a powerful tool to help restore balance.

Becoming still in your mind can do wonders for your body's health and well being! Incorporating a mindfulness practice into your daily life can help to reduce stress, promote relaxation, reduce cortisol levels and support your nervous system, giving your body an exceptional chance to recover and heal!

Attuned to the subtleties of your pulse, I notice the pace of your breath.

I can feel the tension dissolve with every exhale as you move beyond pressure and finally get to pause in your rest...

You see, this moment, here on my table, is just for you.

The part of a woman’s hormone story where right beside that newborn bubble often sits a slew of mental health struggles, anxious moments, unforgettable fatigue and postpartum depletion.

And whilst the complexity of this time within our bodies means we’re bound to feel a little lost, it’s critical that we’re supporting our mental and emotional health during these precious months.

I believe in a world of women's health where we empathise as much as we pathologise.

Where no woman is left lonely in her struggles, and no struggles are shrugged off as ‘nothing’.

Where her mental health is as important as her medical notes, and her emotions matter more than ‘what’s normal’.

What does this tell us about personal growth and healing? It tells us that times of great stress are also times that are signals for growth and if we use adversity properly, we can grow through the discomfort of adversity!

Are you sacrificing your health for the sake of pleasing others?

Here's the thing! While society deems it admirable to be selfless and take care of others' needs before our own, we NEED to nurture ourselves first! And when we do! We are able to serve others better! From a full cup, not an empty one! Give from the overflow right?

In Chinese medicine we look at both the branch and the root of disease! This is what makes this medicine so wonderful and why I became so passionate about its ability to heal! The branch encompasses the symptoms and the root refers to the underlying factors or cause of those symptoms! And so while a lot of times, in other modern medicine practices, the symptoms alone are treated, in Chinese medicine we dig deeper, investigate a little further! We try and get to the bottom of why your symptoms may be occurring in the first place and treat the imbalance!

We must live up to our own expectations of ourselves and not those placed on us by others outside of our personal experience! It's difficult in this day and age to not succumb to comparison-itis and feel we are not meeting certain societal beliefs of what makes us worthy of success and happiness!

Did you know that Chinese medicine can support you through the different phases of your menstrual cycle? That's right! Chinese medicine also recognises the different phases and fluctuations that women go through each month and mapped this out almost 2200 years ago!

One of the things I love about Chinese medicine and acupuncture is that it works WITH your body! Your body knows what it needs and what it doesn't and where and when and how to heal. Acupuncture just serves as a tool to help your body recognise its very own capacity for healing! How incredible is that?

Let's talk morning routine! Do you have a consistent routine to get you primed and ready for your best day ever? Or do you roll out of bed, to the sound of a distressing alarm, frantically pulling clothes on, eating on the go, trying to find your keys to get your day started on time? A consistent routine in the morning can really re-frame how your whole day goes!