Breastfeeding, what they don’t always tell you

Mothers aren’t always aware of the full advantages of breastfeeding, nor are they told that it can be REALLY painful for some. However, perseverance can lead to some very positive advantages for both mum and baby. Breast milk is well-balanced and, readily utilized and biologically active with proteins, fats and carbohydrates that are adequately adapted to the needs of the baby. Advantages for baby Resistance to infection from pathogens due to the IgA, IgG and IgM antibodies in the breast

2025-05-26T22:34:34+10:00By David Haynes|

10 Simple Steps to Increase Your Fertility

Here at Haynes Acupuncture Gold Coast we take a holistic approach to fertility and have put together a few steps to support you on your journey to conception. Acupuncture can help to regulate your menstrual cycle, hormones and immune system which are important for natural conception (1). Combined with developing clean eating habits and positive lifestyle choices you can enhance your chances of conceiving and maintaining a healthy pregnancy. Include Eat more freshly grown organic foods: Vital for optimal health

2025-05-26T22:34:36+10:00By David Haynes|

Falling Pregnant with Traditional Chinese Medicine

Did you know that Traditional Chinese Medicine to assist with infertility actually works? A recent study on the effects of traditional Chinese medicine to assist female infertility has had astounding results. Australian researchers at Adelaide University have created hope for women suffering from infertility as a recent study sheds new light on effectively helping women with infertility issues with Traditional Chinese Medicine. The research, titled “Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine in the management of female infertility: A systematic review” concluded that using

2025-05-26T22:34:39+10:00By David Haynes|

Moxibustion: The Power of Heat and Herbs

Moxa is an important tool in Traditional Chinese medicine used for thousands of years. Ancient hieroglyphs that date back to more than 3,000 years ago, during the Shang Dynasty in China, have been found to depict acupuncture and moxibustion treatments. What is Moxa? Moxa is a small and spongy plant, also called Mugwort in English and Artemesia Vulgaris in Latin. Therapists use moxa, a dried herb, to warm specific body areas, focusing primarily on pressure points. The purpose of moxa

2025-05-26T22:42:08+10:00By David Haynes|