One thing that I see all the time in practice and have experienced myself is something I call ‘Breastfeeding Back’. This is pain that is experienced, usually in the upper to mid back and neck, by mums who are breastfeeding. Some of this is from breastfeeding position and holding baby, and some is also from falling asleep in all kinds of weird positions on couches, in chairs, and elsewhere. I’ve woken up many a time with a cricked neck after falling asleep on the couch at 3am! While we know this isn’t forever it’s good to be able to get some relief. Here are some tips on preventing and easi ..read more

I’m feeling compelled to write this post following the birth of my second child. I went into his pregnancy at a high level of health; however, following a significant post-partum haemorrhage, my recovery was not smooth sailing. I had a C-section with both of my bubs, and while the physical recovery from the surgery this time around wasn’t so bad, the reality of life with 2 kids and a birth where nothing went to plan hit pretty quickly. I write this from a place of empathy and compassion – I know many women really struggle in their recovery after birth and it isn’t always “nice cuddles with yo ..read more

With the warmer weather around the corner, it’s time to get moving and spring into action. And some of the best strength-based exercises can be done at home. 1. Squat One of the purest tests of strength, the squat incorporates almost all of the muscles in your legs and core. A beginner’s squat can be simply performed by practicing going in and out of a chair, this is a bodyweight squat, which is a good way to nail down your form. Once your form is solid, you can add weight by holding dumbbells or a bar in front of your shoulders (front squat), resting a barbell on your back (back squat), or ho ..read more

Sitting is often considered a common part of modern life, whether it be at work or during leisure time. Adults, on average, spend more than half their waking hours sitting. People in industrial society now sit for an average of 32 years of their life!1 However, research suggests that sitting for prolonged periods of time can have negative effects on our health. Firstly, sitting for long periods of time can lead to a sedentary lifestyle, which has been linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. According to a study published ..read more

Primitive reflexes are a group of automatic movement patterns which originate during pregnancy. They play an important role in survival and development in the womb, and in the early stages of life. They assist in the maturity of the brain, the formation of neural pathways, and the development and control of psychomotor development. The integration of primitive reflexes paves the way for normal development through the growth milestones – from babies learning to hold up their own head, to crawling, standing, and walking; and later, higher-order functions, such as speech, fine motor skills, emot ..read more

It can seem pretty obvious why many adults seek out chiropractic care; whether it be due to an injury, musculoskeletal pain, or wanting to improve their posture or overall health. Kids are a different matter. We get asked a lot if children can also benefit from chiropractic care, how does this differ from adults, and is it safe? Australian chiropractors are five-year university trained and are government-registered and regulated healthcare professionals. Many chiropractors also complete extra training in paediatrics. In Australia, the chiropractic profession is well established, with over 30 ..read more

Running around silly this silly season? Here are 5 tips for staying calm and keeping stress in check 1. Breathe deep using your diaphragm. 2. Stay hydrated. 3. Take time out to rest and ask for help. 4. Think of 3 things you are grateful for each day. 5. Get adjusted. Offering fun, festive and healthy options this Christmas period. Be sure to follow our social media channels for more fun, festive and healthy options this Christmas period. Instagram Facebook ..read more

It’s back by popular request! Runs from 28 November through to 16 December. Offering fun, festive and healthy options this Christmas period. Be sure to follow our social media channels for more information. Instagram Facebook Start by viewing Sarah’s #christmascrackup intro post below ..read more

Returning to exercise postpartum can be tough. There are many barriers, including physical discomfort, social isolation, financial constraints, and difficulties in being able to prioritise your health over all the other things on your plate at the time. You also just may not be interested. I get it. I wasn’t either. I was happy in my bubble with my beautiful baby just chilling out at home. This is totally ok! When you are ready to get back into it there are a few things we need to keep in mind: 1. Pregnancy hormones remain in the system for many months. For those who are breastfeeding, i ..read more

Did you know that the intervertebral discs of the spine are mostly avascular? That means they have a very poor blood supply, and therefore rely on another mechanism to supply their nutrition and remove waste products from cellular function, and that is movement! Did you know? * The spine has 33 bones with discs between each * The nucleus (inside) is made of 60-80% water * The annulus (outside) is made of layers of collagen and provides stability. * The discs are mostly avascular (have poor blood supply) Discs require movement to transport nutrients in and waste out. So how does movement h ..read more