Moon Hill Acupuncture

03/06/2026

For those expecting a new baby soon, check out the newest class schedule at Sweet Pea's Studio, starting in April!

Maybe I'll see you on a Saturday as I shuffle through the yoga room to my treatment room in the back. Please say hi!

April will be our 24th anniversary here at Sweet Pea’s Studio and we have some new offerings and changes to some of our class times!

01/31/2026

Welcome to Moon Hill Acupuncture, in Chicago!

This newly rearranged space has a cozy cocooned vibe - perfect for the somewhat unruly energy of the upcoming year.

Come be soothed in this space, brought back into you're own depths, nourished & cooled. We will weather the coming year best when we are intentional about calming our nervous systems and remembering what roots us.

Action requires rest & rejuvenation. Do not forget to make space for replenishment.

01/30/2026

Lunar new year is late this year, occurring Feb 17th, well after the midway point between Winter Solstice & Spring Equinox, which is Feb 1st! So MHA got its yearly refresh before both of those major energy shifting seasonal events.
Get ready for that upward energy that Spring brings with it! This year it's complimented by the action energy of a very vibrant horse! We should be willing and ready to take action on the things we have been mulling over for awhile. Take that first step. And if you fall, that's okay! Try again, but do move forward. Don't stay put in your thoughts. This is a year of action!

Original audio is Wild Horses by Bishop Briggs

01/06/2026

There's something so magical about the sunlight in January. We may not see much of it every day, but when the sun is not behind the clouds, it has a piercing radiance that beckons us to bask in it. January light reminds us that there's more and more of the sun joining our days even though the air is cold.

Come find peace, deep soothing, the reminder that sunlight and a calm nervous system can return you to yourself.

Acupuncture provides restoration after the holidays. It gives you that reset that nourishes you from the inside out and nudges you to remember that during this cold month, it is good to make intentions, but not to overexert yourself. It's supportive and wise to move gently into the new year.

I'm looking forward to seeing you soon! Happy new year!

~Ashlie

12/25/2025

Happiest of holidays from Moon Hill Acupuncture!
May you experience joy & cultivate balance this season!

12/21/2025

Today is the Winter Solstice!

Day 1 - Greet the sun

Sunlight literally helps set our metabolism and circadian rhythm for the day, activating hunger hormones and prepping for the appropriate timing of melatonin for the end of the day.

Spending time outside while the sun is still low in the sky nourishes our energy (qi)!

Walk around the block, do a light movement sequence, or simply listen to the quiet sounds of nature in daylight. Wear warm clothes. Have a warm water or herbal tea. Continue to nourish your yin fluids with soups & rest.

Yin has met its fullness. Now we embrace the pivot toward increasing yang energy as sunrises & sunsets gradually become farther apart

Nourish yin, embrace yang

If you are interested in trying acupuncture and benefiting from the fullness of TCM to help nourish yin and protect yang, I would love to work with you! Moon Hill Acupuncture has locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL. Link in bio!

12/20/2025

Tomorrow is the Winter Solstice!

Day 2 - Rest more

Winter is nature's time to rest. Some animals hibernate, the trees nourish their roots, even the sun has less presence. We are part of nature too.

This is the most yin time of year. Hydrating, stretching, and soothing activities all nourish yin, but the best thing for our yin is actually REST
Go to bed earlier. Wake up later. Relax during the day when you can. Work less. Exercise lighter. Allow yourself the grace to slow down and rest like the trees & the animals.

Nourish your yin

Tomorrow we have the longest night.

If you are interested in trying acupuncture and benefiting from the fullness of TCM to help nourish yin and protect yang, I would love to work with you! Moon Hill Acupuncture has locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL. Link in bio!

12/19/2025

We are almost at the Solstice!

Day 3 - Drink ginger tea

Ginger warms and supports digestion. It helps transform heavy meals, and has antibacterial qualities that help protect us from contaminated food.

Ginger can be used in its fresh or dried forms for tea. Dried ginger found in tea bags is stronger and spicier. Slicing up fresh ginger and boiling it in hot water is milder & can be tailored to the potency you prefer.

Drink ginger tea to improve digestion & support your qi this Winter.

Protect your yang

2 more tips coming your way this weekend!

If you are interested in acupuncture and benefiting from the fullness of TCM, I would love to work with you! Moon Hill Acupuncture has locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL. Link in bio!

12/19/2025

Yesterday was day 4 on our countdown...

Day 4 - Stretch daily

In the Winter, it is easy to become stiff. Our muscles contract to protect us from the cold. This constricts the flow of blood & fluids through the muscles which can lead to pain & stiffness.

Stretching opens the muscles. It keeps us limber and supple. Yoga & other stretching techniques protect our joints and muscles from becoming brittle like the frozen ground.

Stretch more this season!

Nourish your yin.

If you are interested in acupuncture and benefiting from the fullness of TCM to help nourish yin and protect yang, I would love to work with you! Moon Hill Acupuncture has locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL. Link in bio.

12/18/2025

Today....day 5 of our countdown to the Winter Solstice!

Day 5 - Avoid excess sweating

Sweating is our body's way of cooling us down when we get overheated. In the Summer, this is necessary. But in the Winter, we want to preserve our internal warmth.

Any heavy exercise, while great for overall health, if it makes us drip with sweat, it will drain the fluid of our qi, depleting our internal heat.

Swap those heavy workouts for stretching, walking, yoga or tai chi. Keep moving, just don't get too sweaty.

Protect your yang

4 more days until the shortest, darkest day of the year. It only gets brighter from there!

If you are interested in trying acupuncture and benefiting from the fullness of TCM to help nourish yin and protect yang, I would love to work with you! Moon Hill Acupuncture has locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL. Link in bio!

12/18/2025

Today....day 5 on our countdown to the Winter Solstice!

Day 5 - Avoid excess sweating

Sweating is our body's way of cooling us down when we get overheated. In the summer, this is necessary. But in the Winter, we want to preserve our warmth.

12/17/2025

Tuesday got away from me! You will get 2 tips today!

Day 6 - Use warm spices

Winter is teeming with comforting, warming spices - cinnamon, ginger, clove, nutmeg, turmeric, etc.

Spices like these help transform our food, keep our digestion moving, and build heat from the inside.

Be cautious about heating spices that are drying, however. Anything that makes us sweat, like cayenne or jalapeño, will cool overall and burn up our yin fluids.

We want spices that provide nourishing warmth.

Protect your yang

Today's tip will be here later today! Stick around for a few more days of TCM info for Winter.

If you are interested in trying acupuncture and benefiting from the fullness of TCM to help nourish yin and protect yang, I would love to work with you! Moon Hill Acupuncture has locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL. Link in bio!