More and more families aspire to have a natural birth and drug free labor. Incorporating Yoga, essential oils, homeopathy and acupressure can be tools to help you have the most natural support possible.  If you are attempting a VBAC (Natural Birth After Cesarean) or have any high risk conditions-it may necessitate where or how you will be able to have your baby (hospital, home or birth center), you still may be a candidate for a natural (induction or medication free) …Read More

Everyone wants to know how to prevent the dreaded seasonal cold and flu, sore throat, body aches and cough. Some of the questions I hear most often include: Is there a secret natural cold remedy or cure? Should you get the flu shot or are there alternatives?   Is there anything else you can do to assure not getting sick this season or if you do, how can you get over it quickly?  Are there natural antibiotics and antivirals I …Read More

Probiotics Safely Remedy Health Issues Experienced by Women, Children and Infants If you have been into natural medicine for a while or are just getting your feet wet, you have undoubtedly heard about probiotics.  Touted as a “cure all” for digestive issues, constipation, immune support, quelling yeast, diarrhea and regulating brain chemistry, even the most mainstream of doctors are recommending them for their patients.  Research supports the many of the beneficial claims.   According to Chinese Medicine, the health of the …Read More

A hands on way to love your baby! In many cultures, infant massage is a vital part of welcoming babies into the world because of it’s many health benefits.  When my boys were babies, they loved their special massage time with mom.  They responded positively to the physical attention while the massage enhanced their health, digestion and feelings of love and security. Its easy, fun, safe and will add about 15-20 minutes to your daily routine.  Its great for all care …Read More

When most people hear the word “Homeopathic” they immediately think of something natural.  A doctor that treats naturally, a natural remedy for something may also be referred to as “homeopathic”.  I have heard many of my patients tell me “I just want to do a more homeopathic approach to my health issue!”  Often this means that they want to work with the body and believe it can heal without tons of medications or chemicals.  I absolutely agree and with that …Read More