Western medicine is extraordinary at diagnosing and treating fertility challenges. But there's a whole body of wisdom — refined over thousands of years of Chinese medical practice — that rarely comes up in a reproductive endocrinologist's office. These aren't old wives' tales. They're clinically informed principles rooted in how your body actually works, and I share them with every fertility client who walks through my door. Keep Your Ankles, Belly, and Low Back Warm — Your B

As bedtime approaches, do you start to feel a sense of dread? Maybe you're hoping you'll be able to fall asleep quickly. Maybe you're praying you won't wake up in the middle of the night. Insomnia is the absolute worst, and it can really affect both your physical and mental health. Here are three acupressure points you can use before bed tonight to help calm your mind for a good night's sleep. Before you start, make sure you've completed all of your other nighttime routi

If you are experiencing digestive issues, the best thing you can do for yourself (and it's so easy!) Is to make sure everything you're eating and drinking is warm, or at least room temperature. In Chinese Medicine, we think of the digestive system as a bubbling cauldron on top of a fire. The fire is your body's energy, and the steam coming off of the pot is the energy you get to use from your food. If you put cold, raw foods and iced drinks into the pot, your body has to

Welcome to the Late Summer! This vibrant and transformative season serves as a bridge between the warmth of summer and the cooler embrace...

I want to share some thoughts on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Research shows HRT supports longevity by protecting the heart, bones, brain—and helping women feel better as they age. I encourage you to talk to your doctor about it. That said, I often meet clients who are using testosterone-only HRT , and that raises concerns. Here’s why: During peri-menopause, progesterone  drops first, causing symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, breast tenderness, irregular periods, and blo

Are you (or your partner) noticing that sex isn’t as exciting as it once was?  Here are some helpful tips to rekindle your inner spark....

This summer in the Roaring Fork Valley has been hot, hot, hot! From Glenwood Springs, to Carbondale, to Basalt, the temperatures have...

Whether you work from home or at the office, here are some simple tweaks you can make to improve your stress levels at work and increase...

When new clients ask me, “What should I expect to feel after my acupuncture treatment?” I always tell them that they should plan on...

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If you're suffering from constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, gas, and bloating, the answer is YES, acupuncture can help you! ...

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At The Glow Studio, I now offer microneedling, and I want to let you know why I think it's such an amazing option for those of us who...