Warrior Within Wellness

Warrior Within Wellness is back from a baby vacation and booking appointments. Thanks to all the women owned businesses that supported me in the last months. @joyfulrootsdoulas for doula services and placenta encapsulation. I can’t say enough about what quality education these ladies provide during pregnancy and how seamless they make the birth experience. @beststartbirthcenter for midwif...ery services. If you are looking for a mama centered experience, this is the place to birth. @conceptionwellness and @centeredinwellness for acupuncture treatments. From pre-pregnancy to postpartum, acupuncture helped prepare my body, minimize pregnancy symptoms and promote a faster recovery @cleanandcolorfulkitchen for prepared meals which have ensured that mama and baby are getting optimal nutrition for breastfeeding and recovery . @eliz.a.beast for postpartum personal training to help mama regain core strength and fitness Message me for more information about any of the above services. #sandiegowellness #acupuncture #birthcenter #naturalbirth #postpartum #postpartumfitness #postpartumwellness #postpartumnutrition #warriormama #placentaencapsulation #doulaservices See more

Thankfully, we are talking more and more about postpartum care for women. In 40 weeks, women’s bodies go through major changes- including growing and then releasing a new organ called the placenta. In Chinese Medicine, food is the best source of medicine. Reintroducing the placenta into the body postpartum is a traditional practice dating back thousands of years. ... Rich in B6 and iron, placenta encapsulation is used to reduce symptoms like postpartum bleeding and depression and increasing recovery time and milk production. In San Diego, in addition to doula services, Joyful Roots Doulas offers placenta encapsulation in both pill and tincture forms. The delivery option makes it easy for you to get this nurturing supplement early on in your postpartum recovery. To find placenta encapsulation in your area, check out your local natural birthing networks or midwifes. #joyfulrootsdoulas #placenta #placentaencapsulation #postpartum #postpartumdepression #sandiegowellness #placentawarrior #birthingwarrior #naturalbirth #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #guasha See more

When choosing health care providers, there are many filters we use to come to a decision. What is their expertise? How were they trained? Are they located close to me? Do they take my insurance? Whatever lens we use to filter our decision, the key to successful patient/practitioner relationships is the connection. Historically, birth was a tribal experience shared by women. For many, the shift back has begun with more and more at home or birth center births. Doulas... have become critical to the success of this movement as they take on the work of prenatal and early labor- preparing the body through the entire pregnancy journey. They are that connection between mom and baby and between patient and midwife/doctor. The support doulas provide help more women achieve their birth plan, recover more quickly and support successful breastfeeding. San Diego is fortunate to have an abundance of skilled birth workers and doulas who work together to bring that tribal element back to birthing whether at home, at a birth center or in a hospital. For the most optimal birthing experience, choose to work with a doula. #joyfulrootsdoulas #sandiegowellness #doula #birthworkers #midwives #acupuncture #cupping #birthwork #tribalmedicine #modernchinesemedicine #guasha See more

In your third trimester of pregnancy, you can start to feel like you are carrying a . Eventually the baby gets closer to that size, pure anatomical real estate can become an issue and women can experience shortness of breath, rib side pain and the dreaded acid reflux. For some, once this starts during pregnancy, it does not go away. General tips to lessen the impact avoid sugar and high carb food avoid raw or processed food eat small meals throughout the day stand for 15-30 minutes after eating try peppermint tea between meals #thirdtrimesterproblems #pregnancy #pregnancywarrior #warriorwithinwellness #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #guasha #pepperminttea #sandiegowellness #watermelonbelly #eatrealfood

The first trimester of pregnancy can be filled with physical and emotional ups and downs. Extreme exhaustion from a rapid change in hormone levels and nausea due to vitamin deficiencies are two of the most common complaints. Increasing your intake of vitamin B6 with foods like avocados, pistachios and bananas or through nutritional supplements should help you feeling less nauseous. #firsttrimester #nausea #sandiegowellness #acupuncture #fertility #guasha #cupping #sandiegofertility #pregnancy

Even with a regular cycle, for optimum fertility, it’s important to spend time focusing on ensuring your eggs are as healthy as they can be. Good food sources include healthy fats like avocados, fish and fish oils, chicken eggs and iron rich food like green leafy vegetables, organ meat and bone broth It is also important for your body to have adequate supplies of vitamin D and melatonin which can be achieved by getting at least 10 minutes of time in the sun first thing in the morning or through supplementation. Additional supplements like Co-Q10 and green tea can also be useful. Talk to your holistic health provider about natural ways to support fertility. #sandiegowellness #foodasmedicine #fertility #acupuncture #cupping #guasha #sandiegofertility #functionalmedicine

Warrior Within Wellness has become quite experienced in fertility and pregnancy acupuncture in 2020. In the coming week, we will talk a little about how Chinese Medicine can support women in this journey. For those women who experience challenges with fertility, there are a multitude of causes. Stress is often a major factor. High levels of stress hormones will interfere with the regular production and secretion of reproductive hormones needed to regulate a woman’s cycl...e. Acupuncture, Chinese herbs and supplements can help to reduce cortisol levels in the body and regulate the menstrual cycle. Cycle regularity is a critical component in successful fertility and sustaining a healthy pregnancy. #acupunctureforfertility #chinesemedicine #modernchinesemedicine #fertility #acupuncture #cupping #guasha #sandiegowellness #sandiegofertility #pregnancy See more

A study has just been published out of Spain on high doses of Vitamin D preventing deaths in ICU COVID-19 related hospitalizations. I mention Vitamin D a lot because it is essential to keeping your immune system responding strongly to exogenous pathogens. ***As we head into another holiday weekend, PLEASE stay in well ventilated areas, practice social distancing and wear a mask. If you are going to go out, make sure to take your vitamin D! #vitaminD #immunesupport #wearamask #sandiegowellness #acupuncture #modernchinesemedicine #cupping #guasha #chooselove

Cupping is a great diagnostic tool in Chinese Medicine. It reveals areas where the body is holding tension and circulation is poor. Facial cupping is great for reducing edema and smoothing furrowed brows. A dark cupping mark in the center of the forehead is an indication of poor sleep quality, overthinking and light sensitivity- all par for the course of being 8 months pregnant. #facialcupping #cupping #modernchinesemedicine #pregnantmama #guasha #acupuncture #sandiegowellness #8monthspregnant @ Warrior Within Wellness

Kale is the ultimate hipster food but it shouldn’t be just a trend. is high in calcium, vitamins C and K, potassium and fiber. It’s one of the most nutrient dense leafy vegetables. Known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties for humans, it has the same benefits for . As a leafy vegetable, it’s best to eat organic. It is really easy to grow in your backyard. #foodasmedicine #sandiegowellness #acupuncture #cupping #guasha #modernchinesemedicine #kale

Keeping on the theme of hydration, cucumbers are an excellent source of water. In fact, eating foods like cucumbers, watermelon, soaked chia seeds and cactus can keep you more hydrated than drinking water alone. Cucumbers are high in Vitamin K which supports healthy bones and blood clotting. Diets higher in Vitamin K are especially important if you are taking any blood thinners. (Cute dog alert in the background) #cucumbers #hydration #vitamink #bloodthinners #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #guasha #foodasmedicine #foodismedicine #cucumberwarrior

Even though we already talked about red/pink foods, today is National Watermelon Day, some we will talk about !!! Being a red/pink fruit, watermelon is excellent for promoting blood circulation and lowering blood pressure. Eating watermelon can keep you more hydrated than drinking water and it can also reduce edema during pregnancy ! Happy national watermelon day! #nationalwatermelonday #reducebloodpressure #hydration #foodasmedicine #sandiegowellness #watermelonwarrior #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #guasha

Mangoes! Yellow in color, mangoes are high in vitamin A and C. They are rich in antioxidants, good for your eyes and can help keep you regular! The ruler they are the sweeter they are, but don’t go because they are higher in sugar than other fruits like dark berries. #mangoes #foodasmedicine #sandiegowellness #yellowfruit #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #guasha

While these beets are technically considered yellow, yellow and orange foods share similar characteristics. They are both high in antioxidants and consider anti inflammatory foods. Beets are high is potassium which gives them a blood pressure lower quality. They are also high in nitrates which supports sports performance and post workout recovery. #foodasmedicine #sandeigowellness #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #guasha #workoutrecovery #bloodpressurecontrol #sportsperformance #antiinflammatoryfood #antiinflammatory

This week, we will talk all about orange foods. . Rich is vitamins A and C, then tend to be best to aid in eye, skin and immune health. Carrots do in fact support eye, skin and immune health. They also help to lower blood pressure and support a healthy cholesterol level. Since they grow in the ground, it is important to eat organic carrots. #carrots #organicgardening #sandiegowellness #foodasmedicine #acupuncture #modernchinesemedicine #cupping #youarewhatyoueat

These wrinkly red fruits are known as jujube, Chinese dates and da zao. As you May expect, since they are red in color, they are known for their antioxidant properties and cardiovascular benefits. In Chinese medicine, they are used to treat insomnia, calm irritability, reduce sugar cravings and mitigate the side effects of other herbs. You can find them in most Asian Market and at the Little Italy Farmers Market in San Diego. #foodasmedicine #modernchinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #dazao #chinesedates #jujube #sandiegowellness #littleitalyfarmersmarket