Resources specifically for women’s health
Noise of Life Stay plugged in long enough, and the noise of life and your self-critic can turn everything into a daily grind. It doesn’t have to be dramatic, but it can feel constant. There are messages to answer, problems to solve and standards to meet, while in the background there’s a voice saying you…
The internal conversation From the moment we start our lives, there is a quiet conversation happening within us. A signal in the body, a shift in attention, a sense that says this feels safe or pause here. It is how mind and body stay in contact and harmony, learning together what works, what matters and…
Every December the shelves fill with miracle serums, collagen boosters and glossy boxes promising to rewind the years. The anti-ageing industry knows exactly what it is doing, because this season is its golden goose. A little sparkle on the box, a hint of science in the wording, and suddenly anti-ageing products feel like a normal…
Unpacking the Inflammation Conversation Inflammation has quietly become a buzzword across the wellness world. Whether it’s the latest anti-inflammatory diet, supplements that promise to “cool” your system, or vague warnings about the dangers of “chronic inflammation”, the message is often the same: inflammation is bad, and it’s probably lurking in your body right now. But…
Becoming a mother is one of life’s most profound transformations. After giving birth, your body embarks on another demanding phase: recovering from delivery while meeting the 24/7 needs of a newborn. A Pure Body Fix® postnatal massage is designed to support you through this transition, helping your body restore balance, reduce discomfort, and nurture confidence.…
We all have scars; some are hardly noticeable, and others can be seen clearly. The causes and types of scars are wide and varied. Some have an impact on our lives, others can almost be forgotten. Each scar tells a story of trauma, health challenges, or giving birth. Some scars are on the outside and…
Relaxin is a reproductive hormone that was originally identified in 1926 as a hormone that causes relaxation of the pubic ligaments. Subsequent studies have identified several functions of the hormone, some of which are important to massage therapy. Therapists trained in pregnancy massage understand that deep tissue techniques are contraindicated. Meaning that lighter techniques need…
The menopause is a hot topic in the UK right now. It was also big news last year when HRT treatments were in short supply and prescriptions couldn’t be filled. Social media has become awash with alternative treatments, from herbs to supplements which may or may not work. So, there is a lot of information…
Being a mum is one of the most natural parts of the human experience. From the moment of conception, nature is working its miracle of creating new life. The pregnant mother’s body undergoes many changes to create the perfect environment for the unborn baby to enter the world. These changes can throw up some challenges…