Good Egg Natural Fertility

Good Egg Natural Fertility Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Focusing on fertility pregnancy & womens health

Philippa Youngs is a Chinese medical practitioner with 16 years experience. She has a special interest in fertility, pregnancy and health and has right from the start of her practice. She is offering support for couples or singles wanting to prepare to have good pregnancies and healthy babies.

Fertility can feel overwhelming.There’s so much information, so many opinions, and it’s easy to get caught up in all the...
07/04/2026

Fertility can feel overwhelming.
There’s so much information, so many opinions, and it’s easy to get caught up in all the gadgets, supplements, and quick fixes.

And while those things can absolutely have their place, often the biggest shifts come back to the foundations.

Are you nourishing your body consistently?
Do you understand when you ovulate?
Is your partner supported in the process too?
Are you sleeping, resting, and regulating your nervous system?

These can be the pieces that quietly shape your fertility over time.

At Good Egg, we take a holistic approach. Looking at both you and your partner, understanding your cycle, your body, and your unique picture, so you’re not just trying everything, but being supported in the ways that actually matter.

You don’t have to navigate it alone, and you don’t have to do it all at once.

▫️The perfume loaded with parabens and endocrine disruptors.▫️To question the Teflon pans coated in forever chemicals an...
31/03/2026

▫️The perfume loaded with parabens and endocrine disruptors.
▫️To question the Teflon pans coated in forever chemicals and heavy metals.
▫️To be mindful of what you’re burning in your space — opting for cleaner, essential oil–based alternatives.
▫️To reconsider the cold smoothie first thing in the morning… when digestion is asking for warmth, not shock.
▫️To move your phone away from your head at night — let your brain actually rest.
▫️And the ice baths? If you’re trying to fall pregnant, the focus is on reducing stress on the body, and cold is a form of stress due to the shock it causes the body.

31/03/2026

No one wants to be told that things happening are within their control because it sometimes feels like the body has other plans which it definitely can, but what we know about the body is that it whispers before it yells. It gives us so much information to work with before it falls over, and that’s what Chinese medicine is rooted in.

It’s rooted in listening, understanding the subtle changes, the change in temperature, appetite, energy, feeling.

And we use that as a map to guide us back to balance in the body. It’s not about fixing what’s broken, it’s about understanding the messages from the body specifically and knowing what to do with them.

Chinese medicine is an integrative medicine, and it looks at your body as a whole. Committing to regular sessions with regular feedback about what’s working and what’s not can be the absolute game changer in regulating your cycle and no longer dealing with the onslaught of PMS, long cycles, painful cycles or irregular or anovulation patterns.

If you’re curious to understand how Chinese medicine could help you find rhythm again, book an initial consultation today.

This isn’t about fear, it’s about awareness.S***m health is changing. And while numbers like this can feel alarming, the...
28/03/2026

This isn’t about fear, it’s about awareness.

S***m health is changing. And while numbers like this can feel alarming, they also point us toward something important… environment, lifestyle, stress, and daily exposures matter more than we think.

Male fertility is not separate from overall health.
It’s shaped by sleep, temperature, nutrition, stress load, toxins, and nervous system regulation.

The good news?
S***m regenerates roughly every 70–90 days — which means change is possible.

Small, consistent shifts can make a significant difference:
reducing heat exposure,
cleaning up environmental toxins,
supporting the body with nutrients and herbal medicine,
and regulating the nervous system.

If you’re trying to conceive in 2026, this is your reminder that preparation isn’t just for women.

We support this in clinic every day, for both partners.

If this feels relevant, send it to your partner, your friend, your brother.

This conversation matters more than we’ve been led to believe.

Just a friendly reminder for you, your friends, or your family members who are hoping to fall pregnant in 2026…If this i...
27/03/2026

Just a friendly reminder for you, your friends, or your family members who are hoping to fall pregnant in 2026…

If this is you, acupuncture is your friend.

Book in for an appointment, a fertility consultation, or even just a chat, and let’s map out how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can support your body on the path to conception.

Consistency in the lead-up matters.
Giving your body time to regulate, rebuild, and find its rhythm before trying is one of the strongest foundations for a healthy, supported pregnancy.

26/03/2026

There’s no such thing as “good” acupressure points or “the best” herbs. There is only what is tailored, specific, and right for you in the moment.

And where does that come from? From the conversation we have with you.

We ask about everything, your sleep, your mood, your emotions, your pain, your dreams, your cravings, your intuition, your temperature. We feel your pulse, look at your tongue, observe the eyes, and get a sense of whether your system is running warm or cold steady or flighty, sluggish or running on cortisol.

We are mapping a puzzle, listening for patterns, looking for the specific pieces that explain how your body is functioning as a whole.

Chinese medicine sees the body in its entirety, and then applies very precise points, herbs, and interventions to guide it back into balance.

Endometriosis Awareness Month is this month.And as a female-owned, run, and dedicated practice, we see you.We see you in...
24/03/2026

Endometriosis Awareness Month is this month.

And as a female-owned, run, and dedicated practice, we see you.
We see you in the pain and the uncertainty, in the fear, the frustration, the annoyance, and the lack of answers.

We’re here to offer support.

We’ve seen meaningful shifts in women’s pain and overall symptomatic experience when Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and tailored herbal support are incorporated to calm the nervous system and reduce systemic inflammation.

If you’re curious about how this could support you, we’re here to have that conversation and offer our insights.

And if someone you love is navigating endometriosis, send this their way.
We see you.

24/03/2026

Some might think it’s a little unhinged, but the level of detail we like to ask about is deep. We want to know the subtleties in your body, the small changes, the patterns, the things you might not even think are important. Keeping track of these details throughout the month helps us see the full picture.

If you’re coming in for fertility, endo pain, PCOS, or just support for your cycles, remembering and noticing as much as you can makes a huge difference.

Here are some of the maybe slightly unhinged, but actually really important—questions we ask about your cycle:
• Cycle & period details: How long is your cycle? What day are you on? How long does your period last? What’s the flow like—colour, amount, clots? Where and when does it hurt, and what makes it better?
• Pre-menstrual symptoms: Headaches, breast tenderness, bloating, mood shifts, sleep changes, what shows up for you?
• Body cues: Are you feeling hot or cold? Hungry in the morning? How’s your digestion? Stress levels? Sleep quality?
Improvement tracking: If we’re supporting menstrual or pelvic pain, how much did the pain improve after your last treatment? 40%, 60%? How many days of relief did you get?

Painting a larger picture tells us so much, and its all in the small details.

What questions has your acupuncturist asked you ?

✨ Evening Monday & Wednesday Appointments Now Available with Sury ✨ If you’ve been wanting to see Sury but haven’t been ...
23/03/2026

✨ Evening Monday & Wednesday Appointments Now Available with Sury ✨

If you’ve been wanting to see Sury but haven’t been able to make it work during the day, evening appointments are now available.

For those who don’t know Sury yet, she’s one of the most sought-after acupuncturists across Geelong and the Bellarine for a reason. Her work is deeply tailored, intuitive, and rooted in both ancient wisdom and modern insight, especially when it comes to:

🌙 Menstrual cycle regulation
🤰 Preconception and fertility support
🧠 Hormonal and emotional balance
🌿 Whole-body support

Sury’s approach blends the best of traditional Chinese medicine with functional, practical strategies for real life. Her sessions feel less like a clinical appointment and more like being deeply seen, held, and guided.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, feeling out of sync with your cycle, or simply need some grounding support, these new evening sessions are here to meet you where you are.

📍 Bookings are open
Monday & Wednesday Evenings

22/03/2026

Chinese medicine is one of the most complementary systems alongside both alternative and mainstream care.

We often see women coming in for support with IVF who are already on hormonal treatments and prescribed medications, and we are still able to thoughtfully integrate support alongside this. Chinese medicine also utilises targeted supplements, key nutrients, and herbal formulas in combination to support the body as a whole rather than in isolated parts.

Specifically herbs are typically used in short, intentional phases, often 7 - 14 days or sometimes up to a a few months, to create small, strategic shifts in the body. It is not about overwhelming the system, or becoming reliant on anything but gently guiding it back toward balance.

If you are curious about how herbal medicine, nutrients, and supplementation could support your health or be woven into your current care, it is something we can explore together at your next visit with Sury in clinic.

16/03/2026

For anyone walking the IVF path, this is pretty incredible information.

In 2015, researchers analysed 1,231 IVF cycles to see what happened when Traditional Chinese Medicine was used alongside IVF.

The study was led by Dr Lee Hullender Rubin together with reproductive medicine researchers Michael Opsahl, Klaus Wiemer, Scott Mist and Aaron Caughey, and was published in the peer-reviewed journal Reproductive BioMedicine Online. (Article linked below.)

Here is the wild part.

People who used whole-systems Chinese medicine alongside IVF had a 61.3% live birth rate.

Those who did IVF alone had a 48.2% live birth rate.

In simple terms, that means the group receiving Chinese medicine had about a 41% higher chance of having a baby.

And importantly, the Chinese medicine approach in the study was not just a couple of acupuncture needles on transfer day.

It included the full system of care that Chinese medicine is known for, things like:

• regular acupuncture• Chinese herbal medicine• diet and lifestyle support• personalised treatment based on the patient

This is exactly how Chinese medicine has approached fertility for thousands of years. The focus is on regulating the cycle, improving uterine blood flow, calming the nervous system and preparing the body for implantation.

For anyone navigating fertility treatment, this kind of integrative approach can be incredibly powerful.

ReferenceHullender Rubin LE, Opsahl MS, Wiemer KE, Mist SD, Caughey AB. (2015). Impact of Whole Systems Traditional Chinese Medicine on In-Vitro Fertilization Outcomes. Reproductive BioMedicine Online.

Good Egg Natural Fertility is looking for a thoughtful and dedicated acupuncturist to join our clinic in Geelong.We are ...
09/03/2026

Good Egg Natural Fertility is looking for a thoughtful and dedicated acupuncturist to join our clinic in Geelong.
We are seeking someone with a genuine interest in women’s health and fertility, who feels called to support women through the many stages of life, from menstrual health and fertility to pregnancy, postpartum and hormonal transitions.
This role would suit a practitioner who is warm, organised, and collaborative, someone who values creating a calm and supportive experience for every patient who walks through the door.
A mature disposition and a long-term mindset are important to us. We’re looking for someone who is committed to growing their practice within the clinic and continuing to deepen their knowledge and clinical skills over time.

✨What We Offer✨
▫️A warm and collaborative clinic environment
▫️Administrative support
▫️Dispensary access to high-quality Chinese herbs and practitioner-only supplements
▫️A clean, professional, and beautifully maintained clinic space
▫️Opportunities to grow your practice within an established clinic
▫️Support in building local connections if you are new to the Geelong area

We are looking for someone who loves what they do and is passionate about continuing to learn and evolve in order to support their patients.
If you are looking for a long-term clinic home where you can grow a meaningful practice and be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Please email us at admin@goodeggnaturalfertility.com.au

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26 Glyn Street Belmont
Geelong, VIC
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Philippa Youngs is an Acupuncturist and Chinese medical practitioner with 15 years experience. She has a special interest in fertility women’s health. She is offering support for couples or singles wanting to prepare to have good pregnancies and healthy babies.