Tree of Life Wellness

05/07/2026

Happily sacrificed sleep when they were babies. And will do the same as long sd they are happy to have me around.

04/28/2026

You don't have to stay inside 😀

Know how to safely prevent and what to do if you find a tick on yourself or your child.

03/09/2026

Is it mold? Can I give them vitamins to boost their immune system? I'm just going to stay home ALL WINTER.

Unfortunately, it might just be a rough year/season for your family.

I don't have a scientific paper to quote - but based on my 13 years in family practice, more in training and 17 years as a mom and watching other families and friends - most families with young kids will go through a rough year or a few with endless or frustratingly frequent illnesses. I see this in kids who go to school and those who are too young for school and those who do school at home.

It's a very stressful time. Missed school. Missed work. But it passes. It boosts their immunity. Avoiding frequent antibiotics is helpful.

03/08/2026

Big News: New Patient Enrollment is Open! 🌿
I am officially accepting new patients into my Integrative Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice.

In a world of rushed 10-minute appointments, I’m doing things differently. My practice combines the best of conventional medicine with a holistic, functional approach—all delivered through a simple, transparent membership model.

What makes this different?
Time That Actually Matters: 30–60 minute appointments where we actually dive deep into your health.

Direct Access to me through patient portal or phone call. No phone trees, no waiting weeks for an answer.

Whole-Person Focus: I don't just treat symptoms; we look at nutrition, lifestyle, and lab work to find the "why."

Is this the right fit for you?
If you are tired of the "pill for an ill" culture and want a partner in your wellness journey, I’d love to meet you. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition or just want to optimize your vitality, let’s build a plan that works for your life.

📍 Location: Ann Arbor, MI
🔗 Join the practice: www.treeoflifewellnessmi.com

Spots are limited to ensure every patient gets the dedicated attention they deserve. Tag a friend who has been looking for a better way to do healthcare!

03/07/2026

03/06/2026

Excellent form + strength training = strong muscles. Strong muscles assure joint support for bodies where connective tissue integrity is disrupted.

I struggled with pain for so long when I used my flexibility to accommodate my lack of strength.

Physical therapy and hypermobile educated trainers are invaluable for folks with hypermobility

02/26/2026

I get it. I learned *bad* and *harmful* management options in medical school and residency for women in midlife.

Women in midlife are offered medications for anxiety and depression, sedatives for sleep, hormone blockers for hair loss, and told to "eat less and move more" on repeat.

But there is data, there are papers and more importantly, there are the women in front of you saying - this isn't working, "I don't feel like myself."

It is time we all do better. If you haven't been taught how the midlife hormone shift for women affects your practice and specialty, go out and learn!

02/21/2026

While I am not suggesting you forgo medical care and just positive vibe your way through illness; my personal experience with many patients over many years and also numerous research articles make this very clear - optimism and positive thought decrease the risk of infection and then severity of illnesses. Anxiety, frustration, fear and negative thought patterns increase the frequency of illness, the likelihood of becoming sick and how severe symptoms become.

These thought patterns can be hard to change but if you're someone who is always getting sick and find yourself anxious, frustrated, frequently seeking medical care and medications for acute, minor illness - it's worth thinking about you frame these experiences in your mind and how you can work to shift the focus.

The implications for your health reach far beyond the occasional cold and flu. Chronic negative thoughts and long term stress cause immune system suppression and increased susceptibility to long term disease.

11/25/2025

GATEWAY FARMS IS FOR SALE! The community is looking for buyers or investors to get involved and keep the farm open and running. Take a look and please share! If you've never visited this organic farm, please consider taking a look at the farm stand for incredible local goods.

10/10/2024

Hard truth - NONE of my patients who feel tired and stressed and anxious and who are struggling with pain and digestive issues do ALL (or even most) of these things:

- hydrate effectively
- work out 3-5 times per week
- achieve DAILY movement with at least 10k steps
- prioritize sleep
- focus on a high fiber and high protein diet without restricting calories
- manage stress
- minimize/eliminate toxic relationships
- practice gratitude and surrender

I'm still learning, too. But the small steps are SO important. Where can you start?

How are you pushing past ordinary to be extraordinary and vibrant?

10/08/2024

Bottom line - not all diagnosed ear infections require an antibiotic prescription. Talk to your doctor about the best option for your child and work to reduce risk if your child has recurrent ear infections!

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