Jan Baker Wellbeing & Holistic Health

Jan Baker Wellbeing & Holistic Health If you're in pain or stuck in a pain loop, need a de-stress or just some time away from the bustle of life, this page is for you! Need help? Get in touch.

I can support you with chronic pain relief & the symptoms of physical & emotional discomfort.

Did you know that it's possible to substitute essential oils if there's a smell or group of oils you don't like or there...
22/02/2026

Did you know that it's possible to substitute essential oils if there's a smell or group of oils you don't like or there's an oil or oil family you have a reaction to?

Normally, I'd advise using Mandarin & Lavender for stress & anxiety relief; however, my client doesn't get on with citrus smells & therefore I need to replace the Mandarin. I've therefore substituted the Mandarin with Rosewood & Ylang Ylang, making the blend more floral.

Do you know whether you're truly allergic to essential oils? My blog post guides you on this:
https://janbakerwellbeing.co.uk/am-i-allergic-to-essential-oils/

If you haven't been to clinic but would like to learn the unwinding technique & other strategies for helping with mobili...
19/02/2026

If you haven't been to clinic but would like to learn the unwinding technique & other strategies for helping with mobility & pain relief that I teach my clients, I'm happy to teach you via an online appointment so you can use them at home.

Although I can't do one-to-one appointments at the moment in clinic, I'm not ill - I've just had a fall & broke & dislocated my hemoral head by my shoulder. This limits me as I have to wear a sling for 4 weeks, but it doesn't prevent me from making up orders (with help) or from working with you online.

So, please don't think you're disturbing me or bothering me. Ring or message me & we'll find a date to get you booked in.

Every morning my shoulder gets stiff from sitting in the chair. So, I have to "unwind" the connective tissue to get it ...
18/02/2026

Every morning my shoulder gets stiff from sitting in the chair. So, I have to "unwind" the connective tissue to get it moving gently again.

I have my first formal physio appointment today & I'm keen to see how far I've managed to get my arm moving.

Yes, it's painful but being in pain doesn't necessarily mean you're doing any damage when you move. It's just your body's way of saying it needs something looked at.

My personal goal this week is to reduce the swelling & pain around my elbow & so I can begin to straighten my arm fully. It's only been a week since my operation, Lots of bruising & swelling still to repair from the fall, as well as the necessary trauma to pin, plate & reset my shoulder.

And this is often what I'll do for you when you come for an appointment. Unbolt tight connective tissue (technical term fascia) so help free up stiff, sore & tight muscles to support you with feeling less pain & improved mobility.

Picture credit: Motion Health Australia

I have a routine telephone conversation with my doctor today about some blood test results he asked for before my surger...
17/02/2026

I have a routine telephone conversation with my doctor today about some blood test results he asked for before my surgery. My therapies work alongside GP, hospital & other medical appointment, so I am happy to be guided by traditional healthcare professionals where necessary.

Thankfully, I don't take any long-term prescribed medication but I was given Codiene & advised to take Paracetamol with it before & after my operation.

I no longer need the Paracetamol - if needed I can top up my post-op, temporary pain relief tablets with my pain-ease essential oil blend - but it's important to continue with any prescribed medication when using complementary therapies until your doctor advises you otherwise.

If you'd like to follow my progress with my operation & recovery - I'm going to be using the same support strategies on ...
16/02/2026

If you'd like to follow my progress with my operation & recovery - I'm going to be using the same support strategies on myself that I use on my clients, so this is a good opportunity to measure their effectiveness - I'm posting this in my Holistic Wellness Support & Advice circle Facebook group.

It's free to join if you haven't already. Here's the link:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisiticwellnesssupportandadvicecircle

Just a reminder that even though I'm out of action for face-to-face aoointments for the near future, I can still blend a...
15/02/2026

Just a reminder that even though I'm out of action for face-to-face aoointments for the near future, I can still blend aromatherapy oils, lotion & rollerballs etc. to help support you.

In pain, have anxiety, stress-related symtoms or anything specific you'd like some help with, get in touch.

Happy Valentine's Day. Just a gentle reminder if you haven't received cards, flowers or presents today that your self wo...
14/02/2026

Happy Valentine's Day.

Just a gentle reminder if you haven't received cards, flowers or presents today that your self worth isn't dependent on these.

It doesn't mean you aren't good enough. It means you love & respect yourself enough to wait for the right person.

As an aromatherapist, I'm so lucky to have essential oils to hand for most symptoms. I'll be digging out my Helicrysum, ...
13/02/2026

As an aromatherapist, I'm so lucky to have essential oils to hand for most symptoms.

I'll be digging out my Helicrysum, Geranium & Frankincense & blending them in a Rosehip base oil for using on my scar tissue soon, to stop the scar seizing up & going hard. The blend will also help reduce the redness of the scar & improve the skin tone & texture.

This is the blend I used for my gall bladder operation, & my scars from this operation are now barely noticeable.

I've remembered to block off my appointments on my online booking system. All pre-paid vouchers will be extended, so yo...
12/02/2026

I've remembered to block off my appointments on my online booking system. All pre-paid vouchers will be extended, so you'll be able to still use them later in the year.

I'm aiming for a May return but for now, the wound needs a couple of weeks to heal before I start physio on it. My right arm is working, at least.

I have told myself that I'm proud of you this morning. Big day yesterday. Plate & 8-10 screws - yes it was a good one! O...
12/02/2026

I have told myself that I'm proud of you this morning.

Big day yesterday.
Plate & 8-10 screws - yes it was a good one!
Operation at 9am, discharged by 5pm.

Nerve block in my neck meant no drugs that had to be monitored so I was able to go home.
Deeply irritated by the half numbness in my thumb & the sling was cutting my neck.

But I have done it & my shoulder has now been reset.

The staff at St. Woolos were unbelievably kind. Thank you all :)

Operation day. No food after 12pm Tuesday, then clear fluid only til 6am. Surgery will be an hour to two hours long. D...
11/02/2026

Operation day. No food after 12pm Tuesday, then clear fluid only til 6am.

Surgery will be an hour to two hours long. Depending on where I am on the list, & whether they're happy with the swelling in my hand afterwards, I may be home this evening.

Big girl's pants time...

Today is all about hospital prep. I'll need to pack an overnight bag just in case. I'll likely be on a ward of 4, so ea...
10/02/2026

Today is all about hospital prep.

I'll need to pack an overnight bag just in case. I'll likely be on a ward of 4, so ear buds will be a must as I probably won't feel like talking to anyone after my op.

Last day of wearing this sling. I'll be swapping it for one that completely immobilises my shoulder tomorrow!

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