Women have special health needs that change with age. Naturopathy is a system of medicine that can help women to improve and manage their health through every stage of the lifecycle. A woman experiences significant phases of hormonal change from adolescence, through pregnancy and motherhood and into menopause and older age.

At each of these phases, her hormones require support from the rest of her body to function optimally, promoting hormonal balance and reducing the susceptibility to illness or disease.

Kristin treats women of all ages to regain optimum health and energy by confidently taking control of their hormonal and reproductive lives. By attending ongoing practitioner education Kristin is able to offer the very best, scientifically researched natural methods for hormonal balance and fertility.

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Women’s health conditions commonly treated include:

• Menstrual cycle irregularities
• Painful or heavy periods
• Premenstrual symptoms/syndrome
• Stress, emotional instability, depression and anxiety
• Skin problems
• Abnormal pap smears or cervical dysplasia
• Fertility concerns
• Preconception concerns
• Postnatal support
• Breastfeeding support
• Endometriosis
• Polycystic ovaries
• Uterine fibroids
• Menopausal symptoms
• Digestive problems and weight management
• Fitness and cardiovascular health
• Musculoskeletal pain or injuries
• Diabetes and blood sugar regulation
• High cholesterol
• Osteoporosis

The hormonal life cycle:

Adolescents
Young women have significantly different nutritional needs and may experience different symptoms of hormonal imbalance than a woman in her 30’s or 50’s.

Ensuring an adolescent's nutritional needs are met and hormonal balance is optimised helps with problems such as period pain, skin, weight or mood changes whilst also ensuring healthy bones for later life.

Young women
A woman in her 20’s or 30’s may need help with stabilising hormones, optimising fertility and preparing for pregnancy. There may be areas she has struggled with for a long time, including period pain, weight issues, changing diet and nutritional needs or emotional problems.

It is also a time when women become more aware of hereditary factors that could potentially affect their health in later life (or their children's health) including bone density, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity.

Addressing the lifestyle factors that contribute to these conditions is a step toward greater longevity and better quality of life now and in older age. The health of a woman in her 40’s influences her experience of menopause in her late 40’s or 50’s.

Older women
Natural medicine is also appropriate for older women. Menopause signals a new phase of changes for women and many ‘common’ symptoms can be successfully managed using natural remedies.

Women may also start to "feel their age" with the beginning of niggling problems that may worsen as they age if left untreated. Arthritis, libido, energy levels, emotional stability, memory / concentration and weight changes are common areas of change among older women and can be supported with the help of naturopathic and nutritional medicine.  

"I went to see Kristin for help with severe PMT. I had consulted my GP and the course of action was for me to take a mild anti-depressant. On our first consultation, I felt Kristin immediately understood me so that was a great relief to start with.  I was made to feel like it was not an uncommon concern of many new mums. She was very thorough; explaining reasons why I was feeling the way I was, and backed her thoughts up with blood tests and temperature charting.  As Kristin is very thorough and knowledgeable, I felt in safe hands.

The treatment plan was well explained and straightforward. I was very pleased that I could get the results that I have from natural therapy. The results speak for themselves. I have more energy, sleep better and have my premenstrual mood swings well under control.  It was a relief to finally find someone who genuinely cared.  I was thankful for her follow-ups and regular emails, and have recommended Kristin to friends. Many, many thanks."

Marnie Williams, Tom Price, WA.

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St Johns Wort has been traditionally used as a nervine tonic, providing support for the anxiety and/or low mood that may accompany menopause.

"Kristin helped me immensely with all my menopause complaints. My cycle had become erratic and I had lots of unpleasant PMT, and very heavy periods.  I found the saliva testing very interesting as it was saying alot more than the 'normal' blood tests I had had done with my doctor.  The herbs made a world of difference and the supplements made me feel human again!  The best results was seeing the changes in the saliva test as I was feeling the changes after a couple of months.  Thanks Kristin, you have made myself (and my husband) very happy again!"

Debbie Cameron, Karratha, WA

"Not sure what I would have done without your help Kristin. You are an asset to this town!"

Marie, Karratha, WA

Rosemary leaf extract not only helps promote the conversion of oestrogen to the ‘good’ type, but also inhibits the production of ‘bad’ (unbeneficial) oestrogen, helping maintain healthy oestrogen ratios and improving female health.