Words of Nourishment: to help you feel yourself again

Welcome to Words of Nourishment, where we share our insights on natural medicine, women’s health and daily rituals, all for your natural healing. While you’re here, find insights that help you live in balance, with thoughtful solutions for your body, mind, spirit and surroundings. From hormonal balance, fertility support and gut health to overall wellbeing, our journal is grounded in our practice’s ethos; we provide natural healing that restores your body’s balance. Stay in touch and we’ll share our latest journals straight to your inbox. We’ll help you feel your best, naturally.

When Your Body Feels Like It’s Working Against You

When Your Body Feels Like It’s Working Against You

There’s another group of patients I see regularly, and their experience is slightly different. For them, it’s not just about struggling to conceive. It’s about feeling unwell in their body...
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Healthy Homemade Marshmallows Recipe (Naturally Sweetened Gelatin Marshmallows for Gut Health)

Healthy Homemade Marshmallows Recipe (Naturally Sweetened Gelatin Marshmallows for Gut Health)

Herbalists used to make marshmallows for medicinal purposes by using the sap from the marshmallow plant. I still use marshmallow tincture in my clinic today. It is perfect for sore...
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What Is a Normal Menstrual Cycle? Hormone Balance, Symptoms and Red Flags Explained

What Is a Normal Menstrual Cycle? Hormone Balance, Symptoms and Red Flags Explained

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4egJYKmOfkfSBUjfbriftc    The menstrual cycle is one of the most important indicators of overall health. Yet many women are unsure what is actually normal....
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How Stress Affects Hormones, Sleep and Gut Health: A Nervous System Guide

How Stress Affects Hormones, Sleep and Gut Health: A Nervous System Guide

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/12nHoy832ibQ9UyZ4jYK8y    Stress is often spoken about as something emotional. In reality, it’s deeply physiological. The nervous system plays a central role in how...
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Herbal Medicine Benefits: How Clinical Herbalists Use Plants for Hormones, Stress and Immune Health

Herbal Medicine Benefits: How Clinical Herbalists Use Plants for Hormones, Stress and Immune Health

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5026jxbsXsqlUE0HrVc4mW    Herbal medicine is one of the oldest forms of healthcare—but it’s often misunderstood. Many people think of herbs as “natural” alternatives or...
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What Is Holistic Medicine? A Naturopath Explains Root Cause Health, Hormones and Fertility Support

What Is Holistic Medicine? A Naturopath Explains Root Cause Health, Hormones and Fertility Support

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2UrgQHXFKV2ojmY4VWuSk0     If you’ve ever felt like your symptoms are being managed but not fully understood, you’re not alone. In clinic, we often...
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You’re Doing Everything Right… So Why Isn’t It Working?

You’re Doing Everything Right… So Why Isn’t It Working?

There’s a particular type of patient I see often in clinic. She’s informed, proactive, and already doing a lot. She’s tracking her cycle, eating well, taking supplements, and has usually worked with...
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Healthy Seeded Bread Recipe (Gluten-Free High-Protein Nut & Seed Loaf)

Healthy Seeded Bread Recipe (Gluten-Free High-Protein Nut & Seed Loaf)

LSA is a blend of ground linseeds (flax seeds), sunflower seeds, and almonds. This mix is an amazing source of dietary fiber, protein, omega fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins. You...
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Mother sitting by a window holding her newborn baby in the early postnatal period

Postpartum nutrition: what your body needs after birth

The postnatal period can be one of the most nutritionally demanding stages of motherhood. This article explores the key nutrients commonly reviewed after birth, from iron and choline to omega-3 fatty acids and magnesium, and how a naturopathic approach can support your recovery.

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MTHFR and ADHD: practical supplement support

MTHFR and ADHD: practical supplement support

MTHFR variants do not cause ADHD, but some practitioners consider methylation and nutrient status as part of a broader assessment when both co-occur. This article explores the nutritional considerations that may be relevant, and how a naturopathic approach frames those conversations.

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Woman holding a glass of water with lemon as part of a morning wellness routine

Naternal Vitamins: naturopathic prenatal support under a new name

The Natal Naturopath has rebranded as Naternal Vitamins. The formulations have not changed. This article explains what the rebrand means, why we stock the range at Nourishing Apothecary and which products may be relevant for women navigating preconception, pregnancy or the postnatal period.

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A slice of orange in a glass of water, representing hydration and electrolyte support during pregnancy and motherhood

Hydramama: electrolyte support through every stage of motherhood

Hydration needs shift significantly during conception, pregnancy, labour, breastfeeding and the postnatal period. This article explores why, and how Hydramama - a sugar-free, isotonic electrolyte drink endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives - may support women through every stage of the maternal journey.

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