The Memo: Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture for Pregnancy, Labour & Postpartum with Private Midwife + Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Kate Thomson from The Mamas Alchemist
This week, Lauretta sits down with Kate — a privately practising midwife, Chinese medicine practitioner, and mum of two — for a beautiful, honest conversation on how Eastern medicine can support women across pregnancy, labour and postpartum.
In this episode, we chat about:
Kate’s lessons from her pregnancies & births
What Chinese medicine actually is (and why it’s more than just needles)
The “40 days for 40 years” philosophy for postpartum recovery
What a typical treatment looks like across trimesters
How we can all apply chinese medicine practices in simple ways
How Kate blends her midwifery and Chinese Medicine background to support women
Guest Info: Kate is a Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Privately Practicing Midwife located south of Perth in Western Australia. She is passionate about supporting women throughout all stages of life. Kate loves working in partnership with women providing knowledge, education and support. You can find her here https://www.themamasalchemist.com/ & on instagram @themamasalcehmist
Based in Ballarat or Bacchus Marsh? Explore how Lauretta supports women with Acuneedling (based on chinese medicine provided by a Midwife within the scope of pregnancy, birth & postpartum)
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This season of The Midwife Memos is sponsored by Sleepybelly—my go-to for better pregnancy sleep - check them out here Sleepybelly
Disclaimer:The information and resources shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only and are not intended to replace medical or midwifery advice. Any decisions about your care should be made in partnership with your healthcare provider. If you’re a health professional, we encourage you to use this information as a discussion point within your workplace or professional practice.
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee its completeness or relevance to your specific situation. The Midwife Memos podcast is not liable for any outcomes resulting from the use or interpretation of this content. Always seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional for any medical or midwifery concerns.
