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Pelvic Floor Health and Weight Management: The Connection and Exercise Strategies

For many women, maintaining a healthy weight is a constant pursuit. But what many may not realise is the significant connection between weight management and pelvic floor health. Excess weight can put undue stress on the pelvic floor muscles, leading to a variety of issues. Fortunately, achieving a healthy weight and incorporating specific exercises can […]

Here’s How To Shop For Non-toxic Cookware

A crucial element of transitioning into adulthood entails trading your haphazard collection of glassware, silverware, pots, and pans for actual sets. Don’t worry, you needn’t abandon your favourite tea mug; simply try gradually incorporating streamlined kitchen essentials into your everyday cooking arsenal. Today, we have our eyes on upgrading our pots and pans to non-toxic […]

The Truth About Sleep and Your Skin: How to Wake Up Glowing

At Dr Face, a leading aesthetics and dermal clinic in Melbourne, we understand the desire for a radiant, healthy complexion. While a consistent skincare routine is crucial, there’s another powerful tool in your beauty arsenal: sleep. The phrase “beauty sleep” isn’t just a catchy saying; it’s a scientific fact. Here, we look at the connection […]

When to See a Specialist: Navigating Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Problems

Our digestive and pelvic floor systems play a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. However, experiencing discomfort or irregularities in these areas can be embarrassing and lead to a reluctance to seek professional help. Knowing when to see a specialist, whether a colorectal surgeon or pelvic floor specialist, is key to addressing underlying […]

Personal Branding – How to build & market a personal brand in 7 steps

Building and marketing your personal brand is a key element in attracting customers and growing a business. Deakin University invited me to speak about personal branding. I talked to a group of enthusiastic students and showed them how I leverage off my personal brand to make a lasting impact on my audience while delivering value […]

The Microbiome Matters: Keeping Your Skin’s Microflora Balanced

At Dr Face, a clinic led by experienced aesthetics doctors, we believe in a comprehensive approach to healthy skin. Beyond the serums and cleansers on your shelf lies a hidden world teeming with life: your skin’s microbiome. This microscopic ecosystem of bacteria, fungi, and even viruses play a vital role in keeping your skin healthy […]

Debunking Common Myths: Haemorrhoids, Colon Cancer Screening, and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Many people experience discomfort or embarrassment when it comes to colorectal and pelvic floor issues. This can lead to a reluctance to seek medical attention and a reliance on inaccurate information. Let’s debunk some common myths surrounding haemorrhoids, colon cancer screening, and pelvic floor problems with the help of a pelvic floor specialist and colorectal […]

Drink Your Way To Good Health With These Wellness Teas

Since time immemorial, tea has been an integral element of cultures around the world. Whether it’s the preparation of matcha at a Japanese tea ceremony, the masala chai that’s consumed like water across northern India, or the builder’s brew drunk from tankard-sized mugs in Britain, there’s nothing like a good cup of tea. Of late, […]

How to Protect Your Skin for Life

The sun. It’s the source of life on Earth, providing warmth, light, and the energy that fuels our planet. But for our skin, the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can be a double-edged sword. While moderate sun exposure offers some benefits, like vitamin D synthesis, excessive sun exposure is the leading cause of premature ageing. This […]

Returning to Exercise After Childbirth: A Safe and Effective Approach for Pelvic Floor Recovery

The joy of welcoming a new baby is undeniable, but childbirth takes a toll on your body, especially your pelvic floor muscles. These muscles support your bladder, uterus, and rectum, and pregnancy and delivery can weaken them. According to a pelvic floor specialist and female surgeon, this can lead to pelvic floor problems like urinary […]