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We all understand that the demands of modern living put a burden on our stress levels as we juggle busy schedules, social events, kids, family, work…. enter magnesium, the essential mineral and “super supplement” that can help support your body and mind during your most hectic moments. Known for its role in over 300 biochemical […]

Being informed about hormonal changes is empowering. We hope you find this glossary useful as a foundation for understanding some of the key terms related to menopause and its effects on female health. 1. Perimenopause: The transitional phase before menopause when hormone levels begin to fluctuate, causing symptoms like irregular periods, hot flashes, and mood […]

Menopause brings profound changes to a woman’s body, including a significant decline in oestrogen, a hormone critical for maintaining bone density. This decrease increases the risk of osteoporosis and fractures, making it essential to adopt a comprehensive strategy for bone health. A combination of nutrition, exercise, supplementation, and lifestyle adjustments can help women protect their […]

A Truly Holistic Approach to Wellbeing – Take a Step Back to Take a Step forward There’s an old saying that “laughter is the best medicine,” and as it turns out, this simple truth holds incredible power. In a world that can often feel overwhelming, stressful, and fast-paced, the act of laughing and connecting with […]

 The Lost Art of Convalescing: Invest in your future health by learning to say no. Author: Sophie Barrett In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of “resting when you’re ill” seems almost foreign, something our grandmothers might have done but certainly not us. Modern society often encourages us to push through illness and ignore the signs […]

Learning to listen to your Body By Sophie Barrett, SheWell’s Holistic Director  In today’s fast-paced world, many of us have lost touch with the signals our bodies are constantly sending us. From a persistent headache to digestive issues or that nagging feeling of fatigue, we often push through, numbing or ignoring these signs instead of […]

A Guide to Naturopathic Principles and What to Expect in a SheWell Naturopathic Consultation by SheWell Holistic Health Director, Sophie Barrett. In the fast-paced, modern world, we often forget that our bodies are highly intelligent, self-regulating systems designed to heal themselves when given the right support. This belief is central to naturopathic medicine, which embraces […]

We often think of motherhood as an instinctive and inevitable connection created through the entirely natural process of carrying a child and giving birth. But is that love exclusive to biological mums? Spoiler alert: absolutely not. Let’s start by rejecting the idea that you need to have given birth to be a ‘legitimate’ mother. Yes, […]

By Hania Opienski, BA Hons, BSc, LicAc, BHSc, MBAcC There are many differing opinions about how you can naturally optimise fertility, which can be confusing and time consuming to navigate. A few key focus areas standout (however you choose to address them), such as getting good nutrition and quality sleep, managing stress, and regulating your […]

A common piece of advice given to couples trying to conceive is that they should minimise stress. Well intentioned certainly, but apart from increasing visits to a favourite massage therapist, what else can be done? Herbal medicine provides one arena in which to combat stress levels, improve sleep quality and enhance fertility. By definition, herbal […]