Around The Clinic

New Organic Teas including a Pregnancy Tea

I love herbal teas for their subtle ability to improve our health and well being while tasting great at the same time. The simple act of sitting down and enjoying a cup of tea forces us to put our phones down, slow down and enjoy the moment.

There are some naturopaths who have made blending herbal teas an art form and these are the teas I enjoy  most. I’m introducing a new range of Organic Teas to the clinic which have been lovingly blended by Naturopath Emma Watson. I’m particularly excited about the Pregnancy blend  as so many of my pregnancy clients ask me what teas are safe to drink during pregnancy which led me to search for some organic and safe teas I could recommend to my clients.

Teas Available:

  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
  • Calming
  • Detox
  • Sleep

These certified organic teas are available for purchase from the clinic. Keep your eye out for new varieties.

Pregnancy Massage in Coffs Harbour

Before you ask, yes pregnancy massage is safe for most women when done by a professional massage therapist.

I run through a comprehensive pregnancy case history with all my pregnancy clients before their initial treatment. I allow extra time at my followups to run through any concerns or changes a mother might be experiencing. This not only helps me identify any potential risks but also helps me to individualise all my treatments so that I can tailor the treatment for the mother.

I have a specialised pregnancy massage table that allows mothers to lie face down while the baby is safely held in a sling. As the pregnancy progresses the sling is easily adjusted ensuring ongoing comfort throughout the entire pregnancy. Honestly, this is one of the only times the Mums will not feel pregnant as they blissfully lie down on this specialised table.

13 years ago I started working in a professional clinic under the guidance of a midwife. Over the years I’ve continued to enjoy pregnancy massage and this has grown to become one of my specialty treatments. As a university trained naturopath and nutritionist I also have the additional knowledge to support my pregnancy clients that little bit further when needed.

I work from a professional health clinic in the beautiful village of Nana Glen which is a short 20 minute picturesque drive from Coffs Harbour.

Those on holidays are also welcome to make an appointment. If you are holidaying in Coffs Harbour and you are wanting a pregnancy massage I suggest you book well in advance to avoid missing out.

For consultations and pregnancy gift vouchers you can call 0414 344 865 or info@aaryansmith.com

 

The New Chicken Coop

When I asked my Dad and husband to build a chicken coop  I never could have imagined the end result. I love it and I think the chickens do to.

A joke about painting the chicken nesting boxes different colours sparked my imagination and turned into a painting afternoon for the kids. Little miss 4 year old was delighted that the chickens now had coloured nesting boxes.

The side of the chicken coop lifts up so the chickens can come and go throughout the day. This feature also makes cleaning easier as I can just rake all the straw and mess straight into a wheelbarrow which fits perfectly under the coop. I then take the wheelbarrow and empty it straight into my veggie garden.

Chickens that are free to roam and feed on pastures, bugs and worms lay eggs that have a higher ratio of Omega 3 essential fatty acids in comparison to chickens fed solely a grain based diet. You can add some flax to your chickens diet to increase the Omega 3 content of your eggs.