The Pregnancy Naturopath - Carmen Farrugia

14/01/2025

Perfect day for a smoothie bowl 🌞Frozen Dragon fruit and berry base with protein powder. Topped with coconut yoghurt, fresh strawberries, nuts and seeds 😋

14/07/2024

Amazing climb at Lerderderg gorge. Fresh air and forced mindfulness as I had to watch every step 🫣😃

03/04/2024

Easter doesn’t count 😆

26/12/2023

Are you newly pregnant? Inform and educate yourself on what your body and developing baby needs during this time for optimal health and vitality. Some of my pregnancy blogs include:

- Foods to avoid in pregnancy
- Natural ways to beat insomnia
- Benefits of probiotics in pregnancy
- Gut health during pregnancy
- The importance of a good maternity bra in pregnancy
- Sleep during pregnancy: What you need to know
- How to manage your emotional wellbeing during pregnancy
- Your baby's movements during pregnancy

Access my Pregnancy Blogs here: https://thepregnancynaturopath.com.au/news/

20/12/2023

Wishing you a sparkly festive season. Take some time out and indulge in what matters most to you.

Please note, I will be away from 24th December 2022 and returning to Brunswick Health from Wednesday, 17th January 2024.

Shelves are fully stocked so don't hesitate to pick up any supplements in the meantime from Brunswick Health. The clinic will remain open, except for Public Holidays.

13/12/2023

If you're trying to get pregnant, it's important you understand the factors that affect fertility and prepare you and your partner's body for a healthy conception. Some of my recent Fertility Blogs include:

- How to avoid toxins & boost fertility
- Hormone balancing for fertility
- Foods to boost fertility
- Fertility in your 40s
- Can a Naturopath Boost Fertility?
- Natural Ways to Boost Fertility
- Herbs that Naturally Increase Fertility
- What Can a Naturopath do for Infertility?

Access blogs here 👉 https://thepregnancynaturopath.com.au/category/fertility/

07/12/2023

Pregnancy is a magical journey filled with excitement and anticipation. However, for many expectant mothers, it can also come with its fair share of challenges, and one of the most common ones is nausea, often referred to as morning sickness.

My latest blog aims to shed light on the causes, treatment options, and management tips for dealing with nausea during pregnancy. Read more here: https://thepregnancynaturopath.com.au/navigating-nausea-a-guide-to-dealing-with-pregnancy-related-morning-sickness/

04/12/2023

If you're planning on pregnancy now or in the new year, consider how you can best prepare your body for a positive result.

In our daily lives we are exposed to many hidden toxins, quite often in foods, products and our environment. Toxins impact both female and male fertility and can also negatively impact foetal development.

I encourage you to educate yourself so you can make the best choices during your fertility journey. Read my latest blog to help boost your fertility or join me for a free webinar on Wednesday, 6th December from 7pm to learn more about minimising toxins for fertility by heading to my website to read blog or register for webinar here: https://cerulean-constrictor.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10502893/register

03/12/2023

Don’t try and fix others….just hug 🤗

Imagine if when you were crying growing up instead of “stop your crying” you got a hug. And a little rub on your back.

Imagine when a friend came to you with something so stressful, instead of the impulse to give advice, you just grabbed their hand and told them “I’m here to listen.”

Imagine when you felt sad or down (for no “apparent” reason)—someone you loved wrapped their arms around you and gave you a big hug.

Human touch is one of the greatest healers.

We overlook it.

And yet every inch of our body is meant to co-regulate with everything and everyone around us.

We want to talk and think our way out of everything.

It’s time to soothe each other. Pause with each other. And stop expecting ourselves to be machines.

More hugs, less advice

29/11/2023

Pinpointing your peak fertile days will help you achieve pregnancy faster. How can you do that?

Monitor your menstrual cycle and keep track of the details on a calendar. Count the first day of your period as day 1. This will help you identify how long your cycle is. A regular cycle is usually 28-30 days.

However, many women’s menstrual cycles range from 24 to 35 days, which can make ovulation hard to predict. Some signs you can use to monitor your fertile time and pinpoint ovulation more accurately include:

🌸 Mucous changes: an increase in mucous produced which appears stretchy and similar to egg white is a sign of ovulation.

🌸 Body temperature: monitor your basal body temperature at the same time each day.

🌸 Blood tests: can help determine your progesterone levels, which is a hormone needed for ovulation, a regular menstrual cycle, egg production and fertilisation.

If you are unsure how to identify your peak fertile days, or are struggling to get pregnant, I encourage you to seek professional support. Book an appointment for personalised support in person at Brunswick Health or via telehealth, visithttps://thepregnancynaturopath.com.au/.

For those working full time, there is also availability on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.

21/11/2023

**NEW** Environmental Factors Effecting Fertility 🌸 FREE Webinar 🌸

In this upcoming webinar, I will be focussing on how you boost your fertility by empowering yourself with knowledge on hidden toxins and environmental factors that can impact your fertility.

You will learn more about many hidden toxins in foods, products and your environment. Join me on Wednesday, 6th December from 7pm to 8pm to learn more. Register today 👉 https://cerulean-constrictor.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10502893/register

You can also download a copy Your Complete Guide to Fertility, a free resource I have created to help your fertility journey. Download here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/cc8e404fdab7/fertility-guide

16/11/2023

This healthy lifestyle checklist will help limit your toxin exposure for overall health and fertility. Making some small changes to your lifestyle will enhance and boost fertility for a positive pregnancy result.

✔ Choose organic produce when possible.
✔ Incorporate foods high in antioxidants such as berries, coloured vegetables and leafy greens.
✔ Drink filtered water where possible to avoid contaminants such as heavy metals and chlorine.
✔ Limit alcohol intake when trying to conceive.
✔ Avoid high levels of caffeine consumption including coffee, tea and energy drinks.
✔ Switch to using glass or steel containers for food storage.
✔ Check your personal care products and choose products labelled as “phthalate-free” and “paraben-free”, which are found in many perfumes, personal care products and cosmetics.
✔ Reduce radiation exposure by moving electrical appliances away from your bed, or out of the bedroom.
✔ Switch off your mobile phone while you are sleeping.
✔ Use natural cleaning products such as vinegar, baking soda and essential oils.
✔ Ventilate your home by opening windows and doors frequently to reduce indoor air pollution.
✔ Continue to educate yourself so that you can make informed choices.