Studio Qi Acupuncture

Studio Qi Acupuncture A Gold Coast acupuncture clinic founded by husband and wife team Brad and Tabitha Fennell, committed www.studioqi.com.au

Studio Qi is a Gold Coast Acupuncture clinic based at Burleigh Heads. Run by husband and wife acupuncture team Brad and Tabitha Fennell. We are Acupuncture specialists and members of the peak acupuncture body AACMA, focused on working with fertility, IVF, pregnancy, anxiety, stress, pain and injury. Check out our website to learn more about us and how we can help you.

As the colder months settle in, we're seeing a rise in colds and flus here in the clinic. From a Traditional Chinese Med...
06/08/2025

As the colder months settle in, we're seeing a rise in colds and flus here in the clinic. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) point of view, this comes as no surprise—winter is the season of Yin, when our body naturally draws inward and our Qi (defensive energy) can be more vulnerable to external pathogens like Wind, Cold, and Damp.

Winter is a time to rest, nourish, and protect. Your best defences against cold and flu season are:
Acupuncture for immune support and recovery
Chinese herbs tailored to your pattern
Warm, cooked foods and teas
Keeping your body—and especially your neck—warm
Adequate rest and downtime

By working with your body, not against it, TCM offers a gentle yet powerful approach to both prevention and healing.

Wishing you a healthy and warm rest of winter!

Within my years of treating pregnant women in our clinic and including my own three births I have seen that labour can s...
30/07/2025

Within my years of treating pregnant women in our clinic and including my own three births I have seen that labour can start subtly usually before week 40.

The body starts to prep us by giving us little Braxton Hicks at night or through the day. There can be random stages where mini contractions last for 20 minutes with each contraction coming in regular time intervals only to stop abruptly leaving us in a state of, "Oh I thought we were go". This can happen at any time from 38 weeks on, sometimes earlier... But every woman is different and some can get no pre-trials but glides easily into active labour when the baby is ready.

It's just how your body is made up and how it will respond can be so different to anyone else or previous births, so be gentle on yourself and know that your body knows what it is doing.

It's always tricky the first time around as you have nothing to compare it to except maybe your mum or sister's births and this can be so different to what you will experience.

Seek guidance from health professionals but also know your inner intuition and gut feeling is very dependable if we listen.

Happy slow stages of labour get you to the finish line, try to enjoy every twinge and false contraction knowing that this is all loading your system with oxytocin which will soften and help efface your cervix to get labour going.

Really the women's body is a masterpiece and often our thoughts and emotions just need to get out of the way and let her play her biggest symphony yet.

Best, Tabitha

We have a lot of pregnant ladies pass through our clinic, they come in for all pregnancy-related symptoms, plus the once...
14/07/2025

We have a lot of pregnant ladies pass through our clinic, they come in for all pregnancy-related symptoms, plus the once-a-week treatment for four weeks before their birth.

But what about you the Mumma after you give birth?

We love meeting all the little cherubs and we get to have lots of cuddles and treating these new little treasures if things are not quite right. But at a certain point treating the new Mum is a must, why? Because after birth the body can do with some extra balancing and with interrupted nights and producing milk the Mum can get a little run down and maybe even a tad stressed. Even if motherhood is a breeze for you, having a treatment is just great for the soul and helps reboot all your bodily systems.

Witnessing the fatigue wash away from their faces after they drift out the door from a session has inspired me to write this blog. More women need to know about how acupuncture can support them, knowing that they will have more energy and clarity to carry on being the mum they want to be, it makes total sense to me.

I believe from having three boys of my own, that creating regular time for yourself when you're a mother is the key to happy mothering. My biggest pass on learning to all Mums would be, "It doesn't have to be for long but it does need to have some regularity about it and something that nurtures you".

So how does it work... Acupuncture builds energy by creating flow between your organs, it does this by moving stagnation while building blood and Qi. When this happens your body relaxes and so does your mind creating more energy, calm and happiness.

If you're a Mum, think acupuncture.

Best Tabitha

A Great Tao Te Ching Quote!
11/07/2025

A Great Tao Te Ching Quote!

I love seeing research papers backing what I have been doing through my career in Chinese Medicine with IVF.So we recent...
09/07/2025

I love seeing research papers backing what I have been doing through my career in Chinese Medicine with IVF.
So we recently found that new research highlighted that acupuncture not only improved pregnancy rates but also enhanced embryo quality.
Oh wow how amazing is this??
And of course they also said...While acupuncture shows promise, it's essential to approach it as a complementary therapy rather than a standalone treatment. Consulting with a fertility specialist and a licensed acupuncturist experienced in reproductive health is crucial to ensure a coordinated and safe approach to IVF.

Luckily it has been my passion and area of experience over many moons of clinic. Offering tailored treatments to support fertility and reproductive health is my gig and love. So if you are thinking of referring any family or friends you will know I can hold them in this complicated and emotional journey.

Health CMI This is the full paper please pass it on.

https://www.healthcmi.com/Acupuncture-Continuing-Education-News/2362-acupuncture-ups-embryo-quality-pregnancy-rates-in-ivf-patients?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Best Tabitha

Creatine is often associated with athletic performance, but it’s gaining well-deserved attention for its significant ben...
23/06/2025

Creatine is often associated with athletic performance, but it’s gaining well-deserved attention for its significant benefits for women—especially during perimenopause and menopause. These life stages bring hormonal shifts that affect muscle mass, bone density, energy levels, mood, and brain function—and this is exactly where creatine can help.

We hope all our clients are well and enjoying life and keeping warm in this cooler weather we're having atm. Just a rem...
16/06/2025

We hope all our clients are well and enjoying life and keeping warm in this cooler weather we're having atm. Just a reminder of Studio Qi's hours.

Every Monday & Wednesday afternoon: 2.45pm - 6.00pm

Please book an appointment online to select your appointment date and time with Tabitha.

Alternatively you can text to book your appointment on 0400 745 741.

Acupuncture isn’t just about needles—it’s about restoring flow, relieving stress, and helping your body heal from the in...
11/06/2025

Acupuncture isn’t just about needles—it’s about restoring flow, relieving stress, and helping your body heal from the inside out.

Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, anxiety, digestive issues, or just need a moment of stillness, acupuncture offers a gentle yet powerful path to wellness.

🔹 100% natural
🔹 Rooted in centuries of healing tradition
🔹 Tailored to your unique needs

Ready to feel like yourself again?
Book your session online today with Tabitha

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Carrots are packed with antioxidants, which help protect our arteries and keep our heart healthy. Our arteries carry oxy...
09/06/2025

Carrots are packed with antioxidants, which help protect our arteries and keep our heart healthy. Our arteries carry oxygen-rich blood all around the body, and antioxidants help prevent damage to them. Carrots are a great way to get these protective nutrients.

They may also help support the gut microbiome, the community of good bacteria in our digestive system, which is linked to overall health.

Culture Food Life has some amazing recipes and information on how to include carrots into your daily routine. (cultured vegetable etc)

https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/?s=carrots

All in all, carrots are a smart and tasty choice to include in your diet regularly!

So true!!
02/06/2025

So true!!

ChinaMed CNF Relief Formula is a high strength TCM formula which may be beneficial in reducing the symptoms of colds, fl...
01/06/2025

ChinaMed CNF Relief Formula is a high strength TCM formula which may be beneficial in reducing the symptoms of colds, flu and upper respiratory infections (Formerly ChinaMed Cold and Flu Formula). This ChinaMed CNF Relief formula is traditionally designed to assist relieve the symptoms associated with colds and flu’s and to speed up recovery.

This formula may assist to relieve sore throats, chills and fever, cough and upper respiratory congestion.

These herbs help the body deal with the wind cold attack that arises in the body, which is how TCM explains a cold or flu and how it effects our immune system.

So you could stock them in your medicine cabinet ready to go if those symptoms arise, it's such a great idea.

Benefits:
Preventative treatment after exposure to infection
Severe nasal congestion
beneficial in reducing the symptoms of colds, flu and upper respiratory.

Available at the Studio Qi Clinic - Book online for an appointment with Tabitha
www.studioqi.com.au

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Shop 7A 2 Executive Drive
Burleigh Waters, QLD
4220

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Tuesday 3pm - 6:45pm
Thursday 3pm - 6:45pm

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