Monica McLean Acupuncture and Herbs

10/06/2026

✨ Three postpartum herbal remedies deserving of a happy dance ✨
Chinese herbs work synergistically to improve organ function and promote balance without pushing the system too much. These remedies are gentle but effective for supporting mom’s digestion, immunity and resources after birth, helping her system heal, hold and nourish her baby.

Gui Pi Tang (归脾汤)
Often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support energy, blood nourishment, and emotional wellbeing after birth.

Eucomia Honey Pearls (杜仲蜜丸)
Made from Du Zhong (Eucommia bark), a treasured herb traditionally used to support the lower back, pelvic area, and recovery after childbirth. Think of it as a gentle ally for rebuilding strength from the inside out.

Red Date, Liquorice & Cinnamon Tea
A simple warming brew featuring:
• Red Dates (大枣 / Da Zao) – traditionally used to nourish blood and support digestion.
• Liquorice Root (甘草 / Gan Cao) – known for harmonising herbal formulas and supporting overall vitality.
• Cinnamon Twig (桂枝 / Gui Zhi) – a warming herb traditionally used to encourage circulation and warmth.

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29/05/2026

Is it hunger, pms, fatigue, poor sleep, tension headache, brain fog, muscle weakness, forgetfulness, sugar carvings…. Or just dehydration?

How, when and what we eat and drink make a big difference on our hydration down to a cellular level.

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25/05/2026

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21/05/2026

PCOS — PMOS

This is a really positive shift for women’s health and reflects a broader, more accurate understanding of a condition that affects at least 1 in 8 women in Australia.

Moving from PCOS to PMOS acknowledges that this is far more than just an ovarian or fertility condition — it is a complex metabolic and endocrine syndrome that impacts whole-body health across a woman’s lifespan.

Currently, many women go undiagnosed because they don’t fit the “classic” PCOS image.

A metabolic-focused model may help identify:

* lean PCOS
* post-pill PCOS patterns
* insulin-resistant PCOS
* inflammatory presentations
* adrenal/nervous system involvement earlier

Earlier recognition = earlier support, more comprehensive testing, more treatment options, more research into the benefit of complimentary medicine, herbal medicine and adjunct therapies like acupuncture. 🙌🙌

20/05/2026

19/05/2026

THE THREE TREASURES

Each treasure can be nourished through intentional herbs, nutrient-dense foods, and grounding rituals that support a mother’s healing during one of the most beautiful — and vulnerable — transitions of her life.

In a culture that has normalised postpartum depletion, this ancient wisdom feels more important than ever. It reminds us that postpartum care is not indulgent — it is foundational to a woman’s mental health, physical wellbeing, and long-term vitality.
JING 精 — Essence
Your deepest reserves of life force — stored in the kidneys, depleted by birth
QI 氣 — Vital Energy
The energy that moves through your body — circulates, digests, warms & protects
SHEN 神 — Spirit
Your mind, consciousness & emotional wellbeing — housed in the heart

More posts to follow with my favourite herbs, foods and practices for each treasure.

30/04/2026

Just here convincing myself it’s worth it. Send all the date recipes please, I have a box to get through in the next month 🫠🌕

16/04/2026

Ultimate mom satisfaction loading 🤌🏻😎

🥚 Egg yolks – brain fuel (choline + healthy fats)
🥛 Colostrum – immune support + gut health
🦴 Collagen – extra protein for growing bodies and gut health
🦠 Probiotics – happy gut for better digestion & immunity SolBiome