Healing Hands Natural Health Centre

29/08/2026

When people think of perimenopause, they often think of one thing: hot flushes.

But the transition can look very different from one woman to another.

Changes in sleep, mood, anxiety, concentration, menstrual cycles and overall wellbeing can all occur during this stage of life.

In fact, perimenopause usually begins in the 40s, although it can start earlier. (⁠Health, Disability and Ageing Australia)

The important part?

Don’t automatically assume every new symptom is “just hormones”.

Symptoms can overlap with other health conditions, so unexplained or persistent changes deserve a proper assessment.

If you’re somewhere in your 40s thinking, “I just don’t feel like myself lately”, it may be worth starting the conversation.

26/08/2026

Need someone to talk about your bowel movements to?
Our Naturopaths and Nutritionists are here to listen 😊

25/08/2026

People of Ipswich 📣
Amanda is capturing the faces of the people of Ipswich.
Still a handful of spots to have your portrait taken.
Use the link in the post to book your session

23/08/2026

It’s 3pm.

You’re staring at your computer, thinking about coffee… or something sweet… or possibly a nap under your desk.

Sound familiar?

That afternoon slump can have plenty of contributors, including sleep, stress, hydration, overall energy intake and what you’ve eaten earlier in the day.

One place we often start is breakfast and lunch.

A breakfast and lunch built around protein, fruit or vegetables, fibre-rich carbohydrates and healthy fats can provide a very different afternoon to one that leaves you hungry again an hour later.

And no! The answer isn’t necessarily to give up carbs. 😉

If afternoon fatigue is a regular feature of your day, it may be worth looking at your nutrition as a whole rather than relying on another coffee to get you through.
Check out our Metabolic Balance program! You'll find the details on our website! https://www.healinghandsipswich.com.au/metabolicbalance

20/08/2026

Save this post for your next shopping trip!

For more daily microbiome support, use the link in the comments to get our Daily Fiber Food Guide to feed & nourish your microbiome.

20/08/2026

20/08/2026

Wayne has been refilling his cup so he is ready to support all his clients!

Book your counselling session with Wayne here:
https://healing-hands-natural-health-centre.simplecliniconline.com/diary/wayne-stevens

20/08/2026

Have you ever been told that everything looks “fine”, but you still don’t feel quite right?

Maybe you’re tired all the time. Your digestion has changed. You’re not sleeping well. Your body aches. Your weight is shifting. Or you simply don’t feel like yourself anymore.

Normal test results can be reassuring! But that doesn’t mean the way you feel should be ignored.

Sometimes the next step is looking at the bigger picture: nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, lifestyle, physical health and what has changed for you.

At Healing Hands, our practitioners take the time to listen to the whole story.

Because “nothing is wrong” and “I feel well” aren’t always the same thing. 🌿

Not sure where to start?
Our free 15-minute Wellness Strategy Call can help point you in the right direction.
https://www.healinghandsipswich.com.au/online-booking

15/08/2026