Fertility Loving Lemon Sesame Banana Bread
Sesame seeds are a rich source of calcium and zinc, which help boost progesterone production both of which are essential for conception and egg implantation. Our twist on the classic banana bread with fertility-loving sesame.
Healing Support: Cucumber Basil Green Smoothie
The anti-inflammatory (anti-bruising) properties of pineapple and the relatively high vitamin K content of cucumber support blood clotting, which make this smoothie an excellent choice for new mums post-caesarian and post-surgery in general. Plus, we love the taste of the tropics in this delicious green dream.
Top 5 Gifts for New Mums
In this new and crucial phase, there are things she needs more than baby clothes and flowers. Here are our top five gifts that will support her in ways even she may be forgetting, her recovery, her energy levels, her nutrition and her sanity.
How You May Be Unconsciously Self-shaming
It starts at a very young age, as girls we are taught to be secretive and silent about menstruation because it is a taboo. This taboo is reinforced, with 58% of women and more than half of teenage girls report experiencing period shame or embarrassment.
Autumn Bowl Recipe: Thyme, Mushrooms & Kale
Sweet potatoes can boost progesterone (needed for conception) and cruciferous vegetables like kale help rid the body of excess oestrogen that can interfere with our hormonal functions. This autumn bowl is comforting, cosy and delicious.
Periods don’t have to be painful
After 15 years of struggling with PMDD, Holistic Nutritionist Hilary took her health in her own hands and found a more empowered and intuitive approach. Here are her top 5 tips for going from period surviving to thriving.
Clean up your Skincare
"I finally understood that my Endometriosis and so many other hormonal disturbances like fertility-related issues, may be due to a malfunction in our endocrine systems, overly taxed from certain chemicals".