Acumamas Blog
Welcome to the Acumamas Blog, designed to enrich and enlighten your journey through holistic well-being. We're more than just an acupuncture and massage clinic; we're a community dedicated to fostering healing, balance, and rejuvenation in every aspect of life. Through our blog, we aim to share a wealth of knowledge and insights on acupuncture, massage therapy, and holistic health practices that integrate mind, body, and spirit. Expect to find expert advice, inspiring stories, and practical tips to help you navigate the path to wellness. Join us as we explore the transformative power of holistic health practices, all tailored to empower you to lead your most vibrant life.
Birth Prep and Postpartum Recovery with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy? Pelvic floor physiotherapy is instrumental if you are preparing for childbirth and efficient postpartum recovery. The pelvic floor consists of layers of muscles and tissues stretching from the pubic bone to the tailbone, supporting the pelvic organs like the bladder, uterus, and rectum. These muscles are fundamental for proper urinary…
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Naturopathic Medicine in Pregnancy to Postpartum Care
What is Naturopathic Medicine? Naturopathic medicine is a holistic approach to wellness, particularly beneficial for women preparing for fertility, pregnancy, and efficient postpartum recovery. It focuses on using natural therapies to enhance the body’s inherent ability to heal and maintain itself. This form of medicine assesses the whole person—encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and environmental aspects—to…
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Enhancing IVF Success: Pre and Post IVF Transfer Acupuncture
What is Pre and Post IVF Transfer Acupuncture? Pre and Post IVF Transfer Acupuncture involves strategically timed acupuncture sessions that take place around the critical phase of an In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) cycle known as the embryo transfer. This specialized form of acupuncture is specifically designed to prepare your body optimally right before the transfer…
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Cervical Ripening Acupuncture & its role in Labor Preparation
What is Cervical Ripening? Cervical ripening as a concept originates from the broader medical understanding of the physiological changes that need to occur for childbirth. It involves the softening, effacing (thinning), and dilating (opening) of the cervix, which are necessary for the passage of the baby during childbirth. This process can be influenced by various…
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Understanding Pelvic floor health and its role in Women’s Wellness
The pelvic floor consists of layers of muscles and tissues stretching from the pubic bone to the tailbone, supporting the pelvic organs like the bladder, uterus, and rectum. These muscles are fundamental for proper urinary and fecal continence, sexual function, and stability of the pelvic region. Key Functions of the Pelvic Floor: Support for Pelvic…
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PAP-Test
Acumamas is happy to announce we offer PAP Tests. Anyone with a cervix, between the ages of 25 and 69 should be screened for cervical cancer every three years. Please book online at our Jane App bookings page PAP test duration is 45 minutes and it costs $100 at our clinic. Please note the costs…
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Seed Cycling
The ovaries, adrenal glands, and adipose tissue all create oestrogen. It is primarily viewed as a female hormone because it causes the physical changes that women go through during puberty, including breast growth, menstrual cycle regulation, womb lining maturation, and effects on mood and libido. Oestrogen has effects on both sexes; it raises levels of…
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Top 5 reasons to see a Naturopath During Pregnancy
A Naturopathic Doctor (aka Naturopath) offers primary health care with an emphasis on prevention and natural methods of healing. Many expecting parents have a Naturopath on their healthcare team for guidance on safe and effective herb and supplement use, nutrition, birth preparation and more. Read on to learn Dr. Fiona Smulders’ top 5 reasons to…
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The use of Moxibustion for breech babies
If you’re experiencing a pregnancy with a breech baby, we understand how you may be feeling. During pregnancy, there can be a lot of additional stress surrounding babies position being ideal for a vaginal birth. Did you know that breech position babies occur in about 5% of pregnancies? While Obstetricians can attempt to manually…
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