Bone Broth Recipe
INGREDIENTS 2kg of organic beef bones / marrow bones for stock making½ bunch organic celery4 organic carrots1 organic onion¼ cup of organic apple cider vinegarSeveral sprigs of thyme, tied together½ teaspoon cracked black pepper1 bunch organic parsley, chopped10 cups of…
Home Birth or Hospital Birth? A Surprising Birth Story.
From the moment we found out we were having our second baby, I was absolutely thrilled at getting to experience birth all over again. But the journey to birthing her was not straight forward, it was actually a really rocky…
Continue Reading Home Birth or Hospital Birth? A Surprising Birth Story.
Should I take Vitex (Chaste Tree?)
VITEX AGNUS CASTUS Common Names: Chaste Tree / Chaste Berry I get asked about this herb A LOT! Have you ever wondered if it’s the right herb for you? Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus) is a plant that has historically been used to remedy…
How to Make Elderberry Syrup
Making this has been on the to-do list a while, but when my son came down with a sore throat, it was definitely a hurry along to finally get in the kitchen and get cooking! This recipe makes a warming,…
How to Make Fire Cider Vinegar
Are you wanting to boost your immune system and prevent yourself from getting those coughs and colds this winter? Have you thrown all the probiotics and vitamin C at your kids they can possible handle but still they come home…
Interview with Dr Karen Litzy ‘ New Grad Guide to Physiotherapy’
On this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy and Smart Podcast, I welcome Elizabeth Santos on the show to discuss burnout among new graduates. Elizabeth Santos is a Physical Therapist, Naturopathic Practitioner and Author of ‘New Graduate’s Guide to Physiotherapy: Avoid…
Continue Reading Interview with Dr Karen Litzy ‘ New Grad Guide to Physiotherapy’
Book Launch (Wrap Up & Photos)
The official Launch Party for the Book ‘New Graduates Guide to Physiotherapy’ was held at Vital Core Physiotherapy on the 25th of October, and what a great night it was! Great company, and beautiful food from Hayley at Grazing Karma…
Holidays… Escape or Refuel?
Illustration by Megan Hills I recently had a short break from work, with a family holiday to Port Elliott so my son could go on his beloved cockletrain (which runs along the coast in the Fleurieu Peninsula.) It had me…
Reflections on Self-Care & the Elusive Concept of ‘Balance’
The theme this week has been one of balance for both body mind and soul. I’ve been reflecting on this because after my first book launch (which was amazing!) last weekend I lost a sense of balance this week, with…
Continue Reading Reflections on Self-Care & the Elusive Concept of ‘Balance’
The Therapeutic Relationship
As I write this I’m in Sunny Queensland, having just finished a professional development course ‘intro to assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor.’ It’s one of those ‘dip your toe into women’s, men’s and pelvic health’ courses and it…
Perfectionism, Over-commitment and the High Achiever
I was a baby when I stepped out into the world of physiotherapy in 2007. I was young, excited, with a spring in my step and an unshakeable confidence; determined to get that first job as a physiotherapist and succeed.…
Continue Reading Perfectionism, Over-commitment and the High Achiever
Resilience Building for Students & Health Professionals
Much of my career has been spent focused on helping others in a clinical environment. In recent times my attention has turned to the wellbeing of not just my clients, but the health of my colleagues too. Not only do…
Continue Reading Resilience Building for Students & Health Professionals