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CARLY FLINN Holistic Therapies

Locality: Stirling

Phone: 0433750010

Address: 101A Mt Barker Road 5152 Stirling

Website: http://www.carlyflinn.com.au

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25.01.2022 A lot of people are struggling to buy hand sanitiser, so why not make your own Homemade Natural Sanitizer: 2/3 cup rubbing alcohol... 1/3 cup aloe vera 30-40 drops of single or mixed essential oils such as, tea tree, thieves or on guard, grapefruit, lemon, purification, frankensence, basil, oregano, or any other anti pathogenic sanitizing essential oils of your choice Mix all in a small glass spray bottle and use in your car, hands, door knobs, steering wheel etc..as desired

25.01.2022 With all the stress nowadays, MENTAL HEALTH should be a priority.

23.01.2022 #Repost @pollinationmamas with @make_repost New podcast up and theres a man in the podcast house! At episode 23 he is the first and we had jam packed gem f...illed chat - link in bio. @droscarserrallach Oscar is a, father, partner, integrative GP, student of nutritional and environmental medicine and well known author of the book The Postpartum Depletion Cure. In this podcast Oscar shares his passion, experience and wealth of knowledge around Matrescence - the transition into motherhood, postpartum health and how we can optimise mothers health in our communities both in the field of medicine and as we re-build the village. There is something for everyone, mothers, fathers, doulas, midwives, health professionals and wider community. We discuss: - Long term health of our mothers - how depletion symptoms can show up many years after birth in physical, mental and emotional health - Postpartum health, hormones and nutrition - The modern context of traditional postpartum care - Postpartum mental health, depression, depletion - the differences, overlaps - Matrescence - the transition from maiden to mother as an upgrade - Patrescence - the transition of men into fathers, partners into parents - The "it takes a village to support a mother and child" factor - The Mothercare Project See more

21.01.2022 An appt has just become available tomorrow Thursday 13th at 12pm Call 83394322 to book!An appt has just become available tomorrow Thursday 13th at 12pm Call 83394322 to book!

21.01.2022 Heading to Womadelaide? Be sure to book your massage in early, as we book out fast! Bookings can be made by calling the mobile number in the link below <3 See you there!

21.01.2022 If you've never seen a placenta, this beautiful image shows the size of it perfectly. After birth, the placenta detaches from the uterus leaving a wound the siz...e of a plate. Now imagine you had a wound that large on the outside of your body. You would be told by everyone to rest, look after yourself and take time to heal. So why is it expected that new mothers should 'bounce back' so quickly after childbirth? When this is just one thing that needs healing; not to mention all the other physical, emotional and psychological changes we need to adjust to.. If you're a new mum reading this, it's ok to stay in bed with your baby. It's ok to ask others for help. It's ok to prioritise yourself and your baby. Get your family involved, ask your friends for some help, get a postnatal doula. Don't rush your post-birth recovery, be easy on yourself. No better time to do so than just after you've given birth. . . . ETA: On average it takes about 4-6 weeks for the uterus to shrink back to its pre-pregnancy size. . . #postpartum #hypnobirthingcornwall #mindfulhypnobirthing #cornwalldoula #devondoula . . by Tavia Redburn

19.01.2022 Let's talk about sleep. Specifically how the lack of it falls to breastfeeding mothers (or birthing / feeding partner, if you prefer) to suck it up and take on ...the greatest burden. "Whaaat? Lucy? This is why we co-sleep / Breast-sleep / bedshare! You're an LC you know this stuff!" Yes. But here's what I also know. The modern, Western World is pretty much alone in the way it treats new mothers. I did some reading before jumping into this topic and we don't have to look too far to see examples of wet nursing being normal in many tribal communities. Here's a quote from a 1952 study by Ian G Wickes: "The Arapech, a more docile and contented tribe in New Guinea, suckle their infants whenever they cry and they are never left far distant from some woman who can give them the breast if necessary. " Wickes also talks about baby's suckling at Grandma's breast while mum goes to work. He even mentions cases of Fathers lactating! "In Java, the grandmother is expected to put the child to the breast whilst the mother goes out to work but there is considerable doubt as to whether persistent sucking ever stimulates true lactation in this way, though there are several reputed instances which suggest that it sometimes may and there are even reports of fathers successfully suckling." It seems logical that in these tribes the burden of breastfeeding at night is either shared, or that mum is able to sleep in the day while someone else takes a turn at feeding the baby. Here in the UK, it's just Mum. She alone has to feed around the clock if she wants to reach her goal of exclusive breastfeeding. The support she might actually need - another set of lactating breasts - isn't available to her. Even in the absence of a wetnurse, the western world is known for its disservice to new mothers. We are sent home from hospital 6hrs after birth, stitched up, and sent on our way. We have chores to do, meals to make, expected socialising to carry out, and now a baby to look after while also trying to establish breastfeeding. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett explores maternal support in her article "How Cultures Protect The New Mother" and reminds us that mums are typically sent to bed for a "lying in" period in many cultures, and are emotionally and practically supported to rest well while establishing breastfeeding. "In order for seclusion and mandated rest to occur, mothers must be relieved of their normal workload. In these cultures, women are provided with someone to take care of older children and perform their household duties." ? Western mothers are tired. One of the more common reasons given for stopping breastfeeding is exhaustion, or wanting more help with feeding. We have a tendency to inadvertently blame mothers for this. "You're doing too much." Is the message that can so easily come from well meaning people. But we live in a world where the mother often has little choice about what she's doing. We tell mums to bedshare because we know it's often the only way to maintain mum's desired breastfeeding relationship AND get her some needed rest. Let's be brutally honest. Breastsleeping is still exhausting for many mums. They're still being woken multiple times a night and are then getting up at 7am to do all the things expected of them. And all we can offer these women is "nap when the baby naps." Or "order take away." It's a running societal joke that mums are fuelled by coffee - we see it as normal, expected, a source of humour. It is ok to us that the people nourishing and growing the future generation are so exhausted that they need a stimulant to feel able to function. Yashed LC posted just this morning about this topic. In the thick of it right now, she says: "Can we stop pretending that constantly fragmented, shitty sleep quality does not disrupt and destroy birthing and breastfeeding bodies, minds, health, relationships, jobs and mental function?!" And "And if you come on this post with the intention of arguing that its fine because thats what women were made for like we are some automation, humanoid nanny baby growth machines for whom our purpose is to be eaten alive in child rearing, take a clue and f*** right off before I personally escort you to that outcome. All the people in a babys village that exist, there is absolutely no need to sacrifice a femme body for this. None whatsoever..." Her words resonate strongly with me, and what I feel most about all of this is how UNFAIR it is that we live in a society that WANTS to breastfeed but ISN'T APPROPRIATELY SUPPORTED to do it. I am furious that for most women they might get 2 weeks if they're lucky, where they have a partner who is around to nourish them and support rest and recovery, but even then mum is hosting guests, dragging herself to check-ups, being asked if she's getting out and about, and may be taking older children to school. Even if Mum does get to spend 2 weeks holed up at home being looked after completely, once her partner is a back at work she is almost certainly on her own. We need to start being more open about the strain long term broken sleep has on us. I don't necessarily see this as a co-sleeping issue, but I do think we have a much wider issue where mothers are essentially punished with sleep deprivation for wanting to breastfeed. I don't have a solution. I'm not ignorant enough to shrug and declare mothers should deal with it or bottle / formula feed at night. There are obvious potential problems with expressing, donor milk, and formula, not least the mum's wishes. Doulas seem a natural place to turn to for the support needed, but even with funding and reduced rate support, not many families can afford or access paid postnatal care. I think we need to start, simply, by acknowledging the exhaustion, by not pretending that bedsharing is a) suitable for everyone and b) a magic bullet. We can start by asking society in general to consider the mothers in our communities, and to actually step up and HELP THEM instead of trying to sell us more coffee, more jokes about coffee, and telling us that motherhood is, simply tiring and that's all there is to it. This isn't the fault of mothers. It's not the fault of breastfeeding. It's the result of a culture that doesn't value the role or work of mothers. That is a much bigger issue than sleepless nights, but this seems as good a place as any to begin a discussion

19.01.2022 A 4pm massage appt with me has become available tomorrow Thursday 28/5 at Stirling Holistic Health PM if you would like it! Or call 83394322 to book in directly... <3

19.01.2022 Appts available this week- ONLY 3 left!! **** edit only 2 LEFT *** WEDNESDAY 1045am... 115pm THURSDAY 12pm *** NOW BOOKED*** PM or call 83394322 to book in

17.01.2022 So many go for the band aid/quick fix.... and are super resistant to lifestyle changes which can have a deeper, more lasting and holistic impact!

16.01.2022 HELLO EVERYONE, I'm heading off on retreat tomorrow, and will not be back until 7th January. I won't have any phone or internet reception on Flinders Island, however you can still message I just won't get back to you until after 7th. You can also phone my receptionist at Stirling Holistic Health on 83394322 for bookings. Only one left on Wednesday 8th January, and a couple on Thursday 9th January. I hope you have all had a wonderful XMAS. My thoughts are with our Adelaide Hills Communities at this time <3 I look forward to seeing you all in 2020 <3

16.01.2022 Opportunities in the cycles approaching next week to do the magick, setting intentions at #imbolc for the southern hemisphere and seeing the results of your int...ention setting last February at your Imbolc for the northern hemisphere at your #lammas -- Imbolc & Lammas newsletter is here Sunday sign up link in BIO or -- https://www.getdrip.com/forms/316716394/submissions/new -- #janehardwickecollings #cycles #womancraft #wakingthewitches #settingintentions #womensmysteries See more

14.01.2022 This is brilliant!

13.01.2022 DUE TO COVID-19 I am no longer able to continue providing massage services to my community. I will miss supporting my clients so much during this next phase of the world we now find ourselves in. Right when so many need that support so much. Ive also taken my Rose out of school and our days will be spent, watching our chooks, Tappy and Featherdust, planting and planting and planting and then drumming and singing to all our little babies here. And online yoga and Kirtan with my beautiful teacher Nivedita. Much love to all of you during this crazy times Reach out if you need a listening ear, suggestions for cabin fever and ways to recentre and ground yourselves <3 <3

13.01.2022 Following on from a wonderful day yesterday, such an inspiring panel discussion (thanks @pbb_media ) and many other stories and shares on social media high-ligh...ting the importance of Maternal Mental Health. The study of Maternal Depression done by Woolhouse et al in 2014, (published in the BMJ), which I mentioned yesterday and is referenced in my book, is another example of new information coming to light to help us get the REAL picture. This study revealed that the PEAK incidence of Depression in Mothers occurs 4 - 5 years after giving birth. This is a very different picture of "postnatal" depression than we previously had, and is absolutely groundbreaking for a number of reasons. It reveals the limitations in the medical definition of "Postnatal" - that is, only diagnosed as such if it is occurring within 6 months of having a baby (and the symptoms beginning 4-6 weeks from birth). In our present system, if a mother presents with depressive symptoms after 6 months, then she will be assessed much the same as a "regular adult" However, as I keep insisting - biologically, Mothers are not the same as Maidens or Men, and there is definitely cause for a seperate field of Medicine for Mothers that considers the significant biological changes that occur through pregnancy and birth (let's call it Matriatrics?!) The other reason I find the Woolhouse Study so significant is that it points to the cumulative effects of DEPLETION, that can ultimately lead to Depression if left untreated. New research that is coming to light only in the last few years is showing the need to re-name all of these conditions "Postnatal Neuro Inflammatory Disorder with... (and within the blanks replacing the primary symptoms that mother may be experiencing eg Anxiety, Depression, Fatigue etc) There is a spectrum of conditions that Mothers can experience, including postnatal depletion at the milder end and postnatal depression at the more severe end. There are too many cases of Mothers being mis-diagnosed with Depression early on, when she is really experiencing the symptoms of Depletion. . . . #mentalhealth #maternalMHmatters #postnatal #motherhood #matrescence #mothermorphosis

10.01.2022 I shared the evolution of these in my stories - but the symbolism of it just blew my mind. The back one was the intended result - it took three goes to get ther...e. Theres a flower inside each one but only fully visible in the last one. I really love how it shows the journey of creativity, but also when you look at the entire process sitting together it looks like the evolution of a mother. LOVE See more

10.01.2022 what beautiful words <3

10.01.2022 Monday - booked out Thursday - booked out Only 2 appts left for next week at Stirling Wednesday 5th Feb ... 1030am & 1145 am Call reception on 83394322 to book or PM/SMS me <3

09.01.2022 Hahah! Seems fitting for a post Womad Tuesday! Thanks to everyone whom popped by to say hi, texted to check in and for the 45 beautiful souls + 2 in utero, whom I had the absolute honour of nurturing over the weekend my heart is very full! Now for some recharge time

09.01.2022 AVAILABLE APPTS LEFT THIS COMING WEEK Saturday 15th - 930am & 12pm Monday 17th - 545pm Wednesday 19th - 1145am... Thursday BOOKED OUT Comment, PM or call 83394322/0433750010 to book yours before they all go! <3 Health rebates are available on the spot as well as EFTPOS

09.01.2022 NOW ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT for the WHOLE WEEK 115pm WEDNESDAY TEXT 0433750010 to BOOK x

05.01.2022 **UPDATE** wooohooo! I can work again! SA Govt has finally clarified RMTs position after a month long wait! Stay tuned for an update on when bookings will reopen!

04.01.2022 The Lightest Touch with Dr Traill Dowie - a unique approach to the understanding and management of trauma. A two day workshop for practitioners and all others ...interested in moving into a deeper and more poetic illumination of the realms of the psyche that are involved in wounding and healing. Sat 20 and Sun 21 June, 2020 Duke of Brunswick Hotel, Adelaide SA Tickets via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-lightest-touch-with-dr- @ Adelaide, South Australia See more

04.01.2022 YEEEESSS!!! Back to the Uni WET LAB for a lecture on the lumbo pelvic structures. Thank you to those passed on whom chose to donate their bodies to science <3

02.01.2022 Breastfed-babies be like.. Photos from cartoonstock.com

02.01.2022 A brilliant article on Corona Virus. With suggestions on how to support your immune system whilst it undertake it's natural function! These are great tips for all cold and flu seasons, and even day to day or times where you are a little run down Our bodies immune systems were designed to fight infections, and foreign bodies, they do it every single day!

02.01.2022 You know that saying "two steps forward, one step back"? That is postpartum recovery. It's not linear. . After the first few weeks, you might feel like you shou...ld be back to your old selfand maybe you feel that way some daysbut it's ok to not feel that way all the time. . Even after the 4th trimester (first 3 months post birth), your body is still recovering. Yeah, most of the major physical healing has taken place, but hormones are still in flux, your adrenals and thyroid are working hard, your pelvic floor is still recovering... If you're breastfeeding, your body is still partitioning energy and micronutrients into breast milk. You get the idea. . It's also around the close of the 4th trimester (or somewhere in the 3-5 month range) when baby becomes much more alert, active, clingy, unsettled at night... perhaps they have started teething or want to practice new skills? . Right when you feel like you should really "have your sh*t together by now," you're actually in the stage where I most often see mom's health take a nose dive. Sleep deprivation has reached critical mass, or so it feels. This is also when community/family support has usually dried up (RIP meal trains and/or freezer meals). . THIS is the time to let go of societal expectations about what you "should" be doing, how your body "should" look, how you "should" parent or not, how your baby "should" do xyz (psst - burn all the baby books, IMO!). . This is the time to take a deep breath. Acknowledge all that you are doing. Acknowledge how far you've come. Acknowledge the huge journey your body and family has taken in the last year. Acknowledge that no one *really* has it all together. Embrace the "full catastrophe," as mindfulness pioneer, Jon Kabat-Zinn might say. And just take it hour by hour, day by day. . If you need me, I'll be in bed by 8. See more