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12/01/2026

Most people are eating far less fibre than they think.

Fibre isn’t just about digestion — it plays a role in blood sugar balance, hormone metabolism, gut health and long-term disease prevention.

The good news? It adds up across the day. A few fibre-rich choices at each meal can make a real difference, without overhauling the way you eat.

If your intake is low, go slowly, hydrate well, and let your gut adjust.

09/01/2026

A small update to Amanda’s clinic days in 2026:

Mondays and Tuesdays will now be phone and online appointments only.
Amanda will be in clinic from Wednesday to Friday, with phone and online appointments also available.

06/01/2026

Renee Boyd is a highly qualified acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine herbalist who uses personalised, evidence-informed treatments to help people achieve better health. She takes a compassionate, root-cause approach using acupuncture, herbal medicine and related therapies alongside diet and lifestyle support.
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Renee has a deep focus on women’s health and fertility, supporting menstrual health (including endometriosis and PCOS), preconception care and both male and female fertility concerns. She creates tailored fertility and pregnancy support plans, including for those undergoing ART/IVF/IUI.
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She also offers specialised care through pregnancy, birth preparation and postpartum recovery, often collaborating with other health professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Renee treats a wide range of issues including stress, insomnia, digestion, chronic pain and skin concerns, and is certified in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture for natural cosmetic support.

05/01/2026

A few things we want to prioritise in the new year around food. Eating mindfully and being present when we eat rather than rushed, distracted eating in front of computer screens and televisions. Enjoying food alongside friends and loved ones and making the conscious effort to chew slowly to aid digestion and reduce bloating.

02/01/2026

2026 is all about managing phone-free time, prioritising screen-free living daily, and being strategic about rewiring our brains for focus, presence and real connection — not distraction.

We're making the time in January to set up screen time managing systems to take control of our phones rather than having them control us and our attention.

Is this something you've been thinking about too? Please share your screen time management techniques with us and our community.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year to our wonderful community!

As we head into 2026, we’re really looking forward to the year ahead and to continuing to support you and your families.

This year, our focus is on:

Sleep quality, not just hours.
How stress shows up in adults and kids.
Noticing patterns over time, not just isolated symptoms.
Supporting fertility with care and patience.
Food and support that fit real family life.
Early intervention, not waiting until things are falling apart.
Using functional testing to better understand what’s happening beneath the surface.
Integrating psychological care and acupuncture as part of whole-person health.

30/12/2025

If you've been indulging in rich food and alcohol over the holidays, an alkaline diet is a great way to fast track detoxification and help you feel yourself again. Read Amanda's full journal on an alkaline diet and their many benefits for your health: darlinghealth.com.au/blogs/nutrition/greens-greens-greens

28/12/2025

Supplements and herbs can be incredibly supportive — but only when they’re the right ones, at the right dose, for you.
That’s why we always recommend reviewing your supplements regularly, retesting bloods, and reassessing what you’re taking as your body, health and life change.

26/12/2025

The in-between days.
Nothing urgent.
Nowhere to rush.

24/12/2025

22/12/2025

The best part of the holidays isn’t the gifts, it’s the little family rituals that make the season feel familiar.

The same seafood lunch (with a vegan side) you make each year. Watching Home Alone or the cousins running around while everyone tries to talk over each other.

Those tiny traditions are what make us feel grounded and connected.

19/12/2025

The week before Christmas can tip our nervous systems into overload quickly — social expectations, endless Sydney traffic, sensory overwhelm, late nights, alcohol and spending pressure.

Boundaries aren’t rigid rules; they’re ways of keeping your body in a zone where it can stay regulated, digest, sleep, and enjoy connection.

A few intentional edges around time, tech, food/drink, conversations and gifting are often enough to prevent a cortisol avalanche.