Posts in Women's Health
Back To The Gym After Lockdown? This Is What You Need To Remember

Now that gyms are back open and the new year is upon us, more people are returning to working out or starting a new fitness regime. But if you go straight back to exercising like you did before lockdown 1 and 2, you may be at risk of injury.

Here are some tips to consider when returning to the gym or any other form of intense exercise.

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How To Take Time For Yourself (Even When You Have None To Spare)

Do you struggle to put time aside for yourself because you’re busy spending it on everyone else? Wish you could find the time to take care of yourself and work on your own needs?

You’re not alone. With so many things to do on our daily to-do list, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But there are ways that you can take time for yourself, even if you think you have none to spare.

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Why A Good Massage Is Self Care

When people think of self-care, they might think facials, or a soak in the bath, or a good massage. Often, you’ll hear people say ‘self-care is not just getting a massage!’

While we agree that there is more to self-care than just getting a regular massage or myotherapy treatment, we think that people underrate what a good massage has to offer. That’s why we’re sharing our reasons why massage is a great self-care practice for you to incorporate.

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5 New Year Resolutions To Make In 2020

With 2020 fast approaching, many people are thinking about their resolutions. You might resolve to quit smoking, give up junk food or stop that bad habit of yours.

Here at The Wellness Nest, we believe that a holistic approach to health is the best approach. With that in mind, here are 5 New Year resolutions that we believe everyone could benefit from - even us!

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5 Ways To Soothe Pregnancy Aches And Pains Naturally

Pregnancy can be a joyful experience for many women. But one common symptom many women experience during pregnancy is aches or pains.

There are different reasons why you might experience discomfort or pain during pregnancy.

With that in mind, there are a few ways to soothe general aches and pains away naturally. Here are 5 options to consider.

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Do You Experience Ovulation Pain? A Myotherapist’s Tips

Many of us know about menstrual cramps and other PMS symptoms. But what you might not know as much about is ovulation pain.

What is ovulation pain?

Ovulation pain is pain that occurs around ovulation – about 2 weeks into your monthly cycle. You might also hear it referred to as ‘mittelschmerz’ – a German term meaning ‘middle pain’.

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Can Myotherapy Help With My PMS Symptoms? What The Science Suggests

Let’s face it – there’s nothing pleasant about PMS. The symptoms you might be experiencing in the days prior to menstruation could range from mildly uncomfortable to unbearable.

But can myotherapy play a role in relieving symptoms associated with PMS? Let’s have a look at what research suggests.

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