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Robyn Walsh Naturopathy, Coffs Harbour (2026)

19/01/2026

Menopause has a way of bringing things to the surface.
Not just physical symptoms, but emotional tension that’s been quietly held or suppressed for years.
The stuff you didn’t have time to feel before. The stress your body learned to carry on your behalf.

This is where ERT (Emotional Release Technique) can be incredibly supportive during menopause.

ERT works with the body’s natural ability to release stored emotional stress. It’s gentle, grounded, and led by what your system is ready for, not by forcing anything to happen.

As hormones shift, many women notice emotions feel closer to the surface, sleep is lighter, resilience is lower, and stress is harder to “shake off”.

Supporting the emotional and nervous system side of menopause can be just as important as addressing the physical symptoms.

If you’re moving through menopause and feeling emotionally overloaded, I offer ERT sessions in clinic. Appointments can be booked here, https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

16/01/2026

Menopause is not the time for light meals that leave you hungry an hour later.
Protein, fibre, seeds and healthy fats matter more now than they did in your 30s.
They help stabilise blood sugar, support muscle, reduce inflammation, and keep energy more even through the day.

This is one of those simple meals that does a lot in the background.

Menopause support salad
120–150 g smoked salmon or pre cooked salmon fillet
2 cups leafy greens
½ avocado, sliced
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
1–2 teaspoons lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Method
Place leafy greens and avocado in a bowl. Add smoked salmon or flaked salmon fillet. Sprinkle over chia seeds. Drizzle with olive oil or avocado oil and lemon.
Small, simple choices like this are often what make menopause feel more manageable.

Book an appointment for more support, https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

08/01/2026

Menopause affects multiple systems in the body, which means no single strategy will address every change. The most effective approach looks at the whole picture rather than isolating one symptom at a time.

Areas I assess when supporting women in menopause include:
• Nutrition
To stabilise blood sugar, support energy pathways, and reduce symptom triggers.
• Sleep
Because poor sleep affects mood, appetite regulation, cognition, and recovery.
• Stress responses
Lower hormonal buffering means the body reacts differently to everyday demands.
• Movement
Strength training becomes essential for bone density, muscle mass, and metabolic health.
• Emotional patterns
ERT helps identify and release stored responses that can heighten reactivity in menopause.

None of these elements work in isolation. When they are addressed together, symptoms become easier to interpret and manage, and women feel more in control of their health at this stage of life.

If you want a structured, personalised plan that considers the full scope of menopause, I can show you where to start and what matters most for your body.
Book an appointment today.

06/01/2026

Many women are prepared for physical changes in menopause, but the shift in mood often feels unexpected. This isn’t you becoming emotional or sensitive. It is biology.

Oestrogen interacts with neurotransmitters that influence motivation, mood regulation, stress tolerance, and emotional steadiness. When hormone levels remain low after menopause, those pathways don’t receive the same support. The result is not a personality change, it is a change in how your brain processes everyday experiences.

Understanding this mechanism makes mood changes easier to interpret and address. Nutrition and lifestyle strategies can support neurotransmitter pathways, while Emotional Release Technique (ERT) helps recalibrate how the brain responds to stress and stored patterns that may heighten emotional reactivity.

If your mood has changed since menopause and you want support grounded in physiology, I can show you what to focus on and how nutrition, lifestyle, and ERT can influence these pathways.

Book an appointment today. https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

03/01/2026

One of the most common concerns I hear in menopause is, “Why has my weight changed when nothing else has?” The answer is not lack of willpower. It is physiology.

Once oestrogen levels stay low after menopause, your body shifts how it uses and stores energy. Muscle mass naturally declines, metabolic rate slows, and the body becomes more efficient at storing fat, especially around the midsection. These changes are normal, but they can feel frustrating when familiar habits no longer create the same results.

Here are some of the key reasons weight changes in menopause:
• Reduced oestrogen
Influences where fat is stored and how easily the body builds or maintains muscle.
• Lower muscle mass
Means a slower resting metabolic rate, so you burn fewer calories than before.
• Blood sugar fluctuations
Can lead to cravings and energy crashes that make consistent habits harder.
• Stress responses
Can increase abdominal fat storage and interrupt weight-loss efforts.

Weight gain in menopause is not inevitable, but it does require a different approach. When you understand the biological shifts behind these changes, you can stop blaming yourself and start working with your current physiology instead of against it.

If you are ready to explore strategies that support your metabolism at this stage of life, I can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

29/12/2025

Most women expect menopause to affect their hormones, but very few realise it also affects their bones. Bone changes don’t show up on the surface, and you won’t feel them happening, which is why they are so easy to overlook. But this stage of life is one of the most important times to focus on bone strength.

Oestrogen plays a role in regulating bone turnover, the balance between breaking down old bone and building new bone. When oestrogen levels remain low after menopause, that balance shifts. Breakdown speeds up, rebuilding slows, and bone density gradually declines.

You cannot change the hormonal shifts of menopause, but you can support the systems that protect your bones.
Here are five foods I often recommend for bone health:
1. Sardines: Natural calcium and vitamin D
2. Almonds: Magnesium for bone formation
3. Tahini: Plant based calcium
4. Leafy greens: Vitamin K for bone metabolism
5. Eggs: Vitamin D and protein to support structure

Strong bones are built by consistency, not perfection. Small, daily choices have a measurable impact over time. If you want tailored strategies for protecting your bone health in menopause, I can help you prioritise what matters.

Book an appointment with me today. https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

26/12/2025

After 12 months without a period, your hormones establish a new baseline. This is menopause. And for many women, this is when sleep suddenly stops behaving the way it used to.

It is not because you are stressed. It is not because you are “doing too much”. It is because the hormones that once helped you fall asleep, stay asleep, regulate temperature, and calm your brain are no longer available in the same amounts.

Here is what changes:
• Your brain runs hotter
With less oestrogen, your internal thermostat becomes more reactive. One small temperature shift can wake you.
• Your “off switch” is weaker
Progesterone once helped settle your nervous system at night. Without it, your brain can stay alert even when you are exhausted.
• Blood sugar matters more
If your glucose dips overnight, your body releases adrenaline to wake you. Hello 2am staring contest with the ceiling.
• The sleep you get isn’t as deep
Hormonal support for restorative sleep is reduced, so you wake feeling unrested even if you were “asleep”.
Menopause changes the rules of sleep. You did not break anything. Your physiology has changed, and your habits need to match it.

When we address the drivers, temperature regulation, blood sugar stability, nervous system support, and hormonal context, sleep can improve. Your body is not fighting you. It is asking for different instructions.
If sleep has shifted since menopause, I can help you understand what to change and why it works.
Book an appointment with me today. https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

21/12/2025

Nutrition becomes a powerful support tool in menopause. Once oestrogen levels remain low, your body manages blood sugar, muscle, fat storage, and energy differently. The way you used to eat may no longer match your current physiology.

Nutrition essentials I use with menopause clients:
• Protein: Supports muscle, metabolism, and satiety.
• Fibre: Helps balance blood sugar and supports digestion.
• Healthy fats: Fuel the brain and nervous system.
• Colourful plants: Provide antioxidants and phytonutrients that reduce inflammation.
• Balanced meals: Keep energy stable and reduce the spikes and crashes that can worsen symptoms.

Nutrition will not replace hormones, but it strengthens the systems that feel their absence. When you fuel your body in a way that matches this stage of life, symptoms often become easier to manage, and daily functioning improves.

If you want personalised nutritional strategies for menopause, I can help.
Book an appointment with me today. https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

17/12/2025

Menopause is not just a hormonal shift. It is also a neurological one. Oestrogen plays a role in how the brain regulates temperature, sleep, mood, and stress responses. Once oestrogen levels remain low after menopause, the nervous system has less support, and everyday signals can feel louder, faster, or harder to regulate.

This explains why symptoms such as hot flushes, disrupted sleep, increased sensitivity to stress, or changes in mood and focus can appear or intensify. They are not random and they are not a sign that your body is failing. They reflect the way your brain and nervous system are adapting to a new hormonal environment.

When you understand this connection, menopause starts to make more sense. It also opens the door to more effective support. Addressing menopause from both a physical and neurological perspective can reduce symptom load and help you feel more grounded in this stage of life.

In my work, I combine evidence-based naturopathy with Emotional Release Technique (ERT). This allows me to support not only the biochemical aspects of menopause but also the neurological responses that can shape how symptoms are experienced.

If you want a personalised approach that considers your whole system, I would love to help you navigate this stage with clarity and confidence.

Book an appointment with me today. https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

15/12/2025

Menopause is not just the end of your period. It is the beginning of a new hormonal landscape where oestrogen and progesterone remain consistently low. Once you reach 12 months without a menstrual cycle, your body operates from an entirely different baseline, and that shift can influence more than you expect.

Lower hormone levels affect how your brain processes information, how your body regulates temperature, how easily you sleep, and even how your metabolism runs. This is why changes such as hot flushes, interrupted sleep, joint stiffness, and shifts in weight distribution are so common at this stage of life.

None of these changes mean your body is malfunctioning. They reflect a new physiological pattern that can be understood and supported. When you know what is happening inside your body, you can make choices that help you feel more comfortable, confident, and informed.

If you are navigating menopause and want strategies tailored to your symptoms and health goals, clinical guidance can make a significant difference.

Book an appointment for more support, https://robynwalshnaturopathy.practicebetter.io/ #/64c28a434315b90c89c55086/bookings?r=64f9041c2e1595e0958e68e8&step=services

27/11/2025

You’re not too young for perimenopause

Think perimenopause only starts in your 50s?

Not always.

For many women, hormonal shifts can begin in their late 30s or early 40s — long before their periods stop.

You might still have regular cycles, but if you’ve noticed:
🌙 Night waking or restless sleep
💛 Heightened anxiety or irritability
🔥 Hot flushes or sudden warmth
🧠 Brain fog or forgetfulness
💫 Shorter or heavier periods
…these could be early signs that your hormones are starting to change.

Perimenopause is a gradual transition, not a sudden event. The sooner you recognise it, the sooner you can support your body through the changes.

Through Naturopathic care and Emotional Release Technique (ERT), I help women balance hormones, calm the nervous system, and feel more like themselves again at every age.

💬 Have you ever wondered if your symptoms could be early perimenopause?

25/11/2025

What’s been the weirdest symptom you’ve noticed?

Perimenopause isn’t all hot flushes and mood swings.
Sometimes it’s itchy skin.
Or random heart flutters.
Or brain fog so thick you forget what you walked into the room for.

The truth is, hormones influence everything, your skin, joints, digestion, mood, even your heartbeat. That’s why the symptoms can feel so random (and why no two women experience it the same way).

So let’s normalise it. Tell me, what’s the most surprising thing your body’s done lately?

Robyn Walsh Naturopathy

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