MVP: Nicola Douglas Women’s Health Acupuncturist Helps Women Navigate Menopause Naturally
Meegan Cares About MidlifeShow Notes
In this MVP episode, we dive into a topic that effects every woman at some point in her life: menopause. Tune in this week to one of our Most Valuable Podcasts where I speak with Nicola Douglas, a Women's Health Acupuncturist who shares her expertise on natural approaches to managing menopause and supporting women's health.
We explore how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views menopause, and how acupuncture can be used to support women during this transition.
We chat about the most common symptoms and imbalances that women experience during perimenopause, including the ones that sneak up on you before you are ready!
Nic is an expert in TCM and all things Women's Health, and is one of my go-to people for supporting my own health during menopause and beyond!
Plus, we'll discuss dietary and lifestyle recommendations, Chinese herbs, and how to work with a TCM practitioner to create a personalized treatment plan.
Join us for this empowering conversation!
Links & guest bio: https://nicdouglasacupuncture.com/ Nicola is not your average acupuncturist. With years of experience, she's not just passionate about women's health and wellness, she is completely obsessed. Nicola has been an established part of the health and wellness community for years, offering individualised treatments and expert advice to women dealing with a wide range of health concerns. When it comes to fertility, pregnancy, and women's hormonal health, Nicola is an expert. Her mission is simple: to help women achieve their best state of well-being, health, and happiness. She combines the best of both worlds by combining her knowledge in both traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine, creating a personalised treatment plan that addresses all components of health. As a 48-year-old mother of four, Nicola knows first-hand the physical and emotional demands women face, especially during perimenopause. And she harnesses that knowledge to fuel her practice. Nicola creates a supportive and nurturing environment that makes her clients feel heard, seen, and understood. Nicola is a registered acupuncturist with the New Zealand Register of Acupuncturists and holds an Advanced Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as a Diploma in Nursing. She is constantly expanding her knowledge and skills to offer her patients the very best care, recently completing a Diploma in Fertility Acupuncture With her compassionate approach and expertise in women's health, Nicola is the ultimate partner on your health journey.
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