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6 tips for coping with the festive season – whilst trying to conceive
The festive season is here, and with that comes Christmas parties, socialising and more temptation to drink and eat things you wouldn’t normally choose. For many people, this can also be a time of increased stress and anxiety - particularly for those trying to fall...
Why Did You Put That Needle There?
Distal Acupuncture is used for the treatment of numerous musculoskeletal issues like back pain, arthritis, or shoulder discomfort. This article explores some of the applications and benefits of this ancient practice.
Navigating Perimenopause and Beyond with Acupuncture
Menopause brings to a close the reproductive years and can be a time of mixed emotions. This article explores how acupuncture treatment can assist you during this period.
6 tips for choosing a fertility acupuncturist
6 tips for choosing a fertility acupuncturist If you’re looking for an acupuncturist in Australia, there are many options. There are almost 5000 registered Chinese Medicine Practitioners across the country, with 800 registered practitioners in Queensland (1). But...
Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?
The research on the safety of acupuncture during pregnancy is quite clear. It can confidently be said that when practiced by a registered acupuncture professional, it is safe to have acupuncture at all stages of pregnancy. In this blog, we review the evidence which...
Does stress affect fertility?
I think we can all agree that infertility is stressful! Regardless of whether you are trying to conceive naturally or through ART (such as a Letrozole or Clomid cycle, IUI, IVF, ICSI, etc), struggling with infertility can be a time of high stress and anxiety. The...
Open Your Heart to Fertility
The Heart and Uterus Connection - The Bao Mai Ever wondered why your menstrual cycle is impacted when you are stressed or anxious? We see regular examples of this in clinic - a classic is when someone who has always had regular periods is leading into an IVF cycle and...
Acupuncture for IVF – what’s the research?
There’s actually now decades of research to support the evidence that acupuncture is beneficial for IVF treatment. In practice at Yin, we incorporate much of this learning, whilst always looking at the individual and adapting our approach as new evidence evolves. One...
Our top 11 tips for your Embryo Transfer and the Two Week Wait
1. Plan Ahead: Think about what you need to get to the fertility clinic on time and with minimal stress. You may want to take into consideration parking options, potential traffic, weather, and other issues that may cause a delay. Also ensure you have enough of your...
Stress, Fertility and Your Liver
We see a lot of stress (and stress related conditions) at Yin Wellness Brisbane. The last couple of years with a global pandemic and Brisbane floods, it’s been tough for many people. Even more so for our clients with additional stress factors, such as unexplained...
6 Things To Consider BEFORE Starting IVF
Starting IVF is a big decision. It can not only be expensive, but also stressful. There’s lots to think about… Here are some of the practical things that our IVF clients say they wish they knew before the process. 1. Can I Afford IVF? Not all IVF clinics have the...
The BEST bone broth recipe for fertility!
We are often speaking with our fertility clients about increasing “spleen friendly” or “blood building” foods. Bone broth is perfect for this! And it’s not just good for fertility clients, but excellent for your immunity and gut health too. For the vegetarians,...
Acupuncture: The Basics
Never had acupuncture? How does it work? Is there research? Do Fertility Clinics support it? Then and Now Most people know that acupuncture and Chinese medicine have been around thousand of years. However, many are but are less aware that acupuncture is now used...
Acupuncture for Labour Preparation
Acupuncture labour preparation treatments are so much more than just trying to start contractions! We group our last trimester pregnancy treatments in two stages - 1. before; and 2. after your due date (or medically planned induction/cesarean section). Before your...
9 things to think about BEFORE you get pregnant
So you’ve decided you want to try for a baby? Now what? Here are 9 things to think about before you get pregnant. We’re going to assume you have just started trying or are preparing to conceive. Despite many couples these days having troubles trying to conceive (1 in...
Warm slow cooked and super nourishing lamb rissoni
The official title of this dish is actually “Youvetsi”. It’s so easy to cook, delicious and ticks all the boxes when your acupuncturist tells you to eat more warm, nourishing and blood building foods. So, if you’re looking for a change from our usual bone broth...
Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Charting – How can it help me get pregnant?
What is Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Charting and how can it assist with pregnancy? Read more below. BBT is the temperature of the body on waking and rested – ie the temperature is at baseline. In a typical menstrual cycle, a BBT will show body temperatures rising...
Fertile Window – What are the best days to get pregnant?
Many of us spend so many years worrying about getting pregnant that we don’t often understand when the fertile window is to maximise this. The key to understanding your fertile window is working out when you ovulate! Unfortunately, the Fertility App algorithms can...
How your cervical mucus can maximise your fertility!
“Mucus”…. it’s one of those words, right? But you’ve clicked on this blog, so we’re going to assume you’re ready to talk about it! So let’s get started. Vaginal discharge is not something we are often taught about in school, or even something some of us will feel...
Practitioner Rooms for Rent
Practitioner Rooms for Rent We have two beautiful light-filled rooms to rent at our Woolloongabba clinic, Yin Wellness Brisbane. The core of our business is acupuncture with a focus on fertility, pregnancy, hormonal health, and emotional well-being. We are looking...