In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Claudia Ferreira, a Chinese Medicine practitioner based in the UK.

Specialising in women and reproductive health, Claudia’s methodology combines complementary natural therapies including Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, nutrition, natural herbal remedies and meditation to assist women and couples to conceive naturally.

Developing comprehensive programmes for fertility, IVF support, detox and miscarriage recovery, Claudia sees the body as a self-regulatory system with an innate ability to self-heal.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Claudia discuss:

Personal background and career journey, from competitive swimming in Brazil to studying Chinese medicine.

What is Chinese medicine?

The ancient principles of Qi.

Role of the 5 elements: metal, fire, earth, wood and air.

Yin and Yang (opposing forces) within the body.

Acupuncture: what is it?

Cooling vs warming points and how they are used to treat specific symptoms.

What ailments can be treated?

How many treatments are typically needed?

How can acupuncture be used to treat acute pain?

What about treating hormonal imbalances?

Research and evidence for the effectiveness of acupuncture.

Eastern vs Western medicine and the different applications.

Infertility: Chinese philosophy on the uterus as a vessel.

Treatments for PCOS and the dual approach, integrating both sides of medicine.

Care after a miscarriage: the importance of supporting women after this procedure.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage: what is this used for?

Mental health and how Chinese medicine can be used to treat conditions like depression and anxiety.

Is acupuncture painful?

What kind of needles are used?

Patient stories: successful pregnancy through IVF and Claudia’s program.

How acupuncture can be used for chronic pain management.

A piece of advice for her 20-something self.

For more information and resources from Claudia:Visit her website for programs, online resources and more information.

Claudia Ferreria has a BSc (Hons) & MBAcC in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a Postgraduate in TCM Gynaecology & Obstetrics and has a Diploma in Nutritional Therapy, Advanced Fertility Nutrition and Sports Therapy.

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