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Claire Turnbull Acupuncture & TCM

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Claire Turnbull Acupuncture & TCM

Claire Turnbull is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist and Doula who works at Family Acupun

Claire is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist who has a special interest in treating women's health, fertility, digestive issues, pain management and allergies. She works to help people feel their optimum, live symptom free and with a higher sense of vitality.

11/08/2022

💫 Castor Oil 💫

This cold pressed oil made from the seeds of the castor plant is one of my favourite home remedies. Since I regularly recommend it to my clients I thought I would share with you some of my favourite uses for it here. 💗

1️⃣ Menstrual Happiness: If you suffer with cramps or clots during your period, castor oil can help. Rub it into the skin on your lower abdomen then place an old cotton shirt or tea towel on your abdomen with a hot water bottle on top to improve the blood flow to the endometrium. This helps improve blood circulation to the uterus which reduces clots and cramps during menstruation. It also helps the endometrium be lined with healthier, fresh and oxygenated blood. However, if TTC, to be safe, use the castor oil packs in your follicular phase only.

2️⃣ Get the bowels moving: If you’re constipated, skip the Senna leaf tea and try this first. Instead of rubbing the castor oil into your lower abdomen, massage it in a clockwise fashion into your skin along your large intestine. Place a heat source on top, and the peristalsis of your large intestine will slowly wake up.

3️⃣ Scar Reduction: Rub castor oil into your scar and either use a GuaSha tool or ceramic spoon to gently break up the adhesions. You can do this 3 to 5 times a week.

4️⃣ Deep Hair Conditioning: Go to sleep with it massaged into your hair once a month (or if you’re lazy like me, just a couple times a year). You’ll probably want to braid it or put it up in a bun so it doesn’t get in your face and also place an old towel onto of your pillow case to protect it from the oil. In the morning wash your hair out (you will probably need two rounds of shampoo) and your hair will healthier than ever.

5️⃣ Induce Labour: This use for castor oil should only be done at the guidance of your midwife, acupuncturist or trained labour support person. I also NEVER recommend taking castor oil on it’s own to induce labour, as that causes a lot of gastrointestinal discomfort. If you take it, it should be done in a tried and true recipe that helps promote effective uterine contractions while subduing the effects on the gastrointestinal system.

09/08/2022

Today a client brimming with excitement came to the clinic to share with me the most wonderful news of her life. She’s pregnant! After 8 years of trying to conceive, she’s pregnant. 🥹

I am honestly still brimming with joy several hours later just thinking about it.

Acupuncture is a wonderfully effective conjunct to IVF and is often a critical factor in helping an embryo transfer be a success.

Now onwards and upwards to helping this lovely woman through the first trimester!

(First photo is of a beautiful bouquet of flowers from because who doesn’t love flowers, and the second photo is of the sweetest gift she brought with her to the clinic today)

07/22/2022

✨ Wishing you all a very productive weekend. 😉 ✨

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06/07/2022

Small but mighty. These little pins never cease to amaze me.

Today they helped heal an 8 week old with colic, a young boy with chronic hives, a perimenopausal woman with unmanageably heavy periods, an individual struggling with cptsd, an overdue pregnant woman preparing for labour, someone with long covid symptoms and multiple people with muskolskeletal pain.

My days are as diverse as they are rewarding.

Never not humbled by the effectiveness of this gentle medicine. 💗

I’m not immune to getting sad sometimes when the weekend’s over, but despite this, Mondays are often quite frankly the bomb. And today especially, was a good one.

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03/29/2022

It’s Spring Break in Manitoba which means many my clients that have this week off work (and who are staying in MB), are coming in for acupuncture to make their staycation it’s best! 💗

It has been such a pleasure to have so many clients book appointments this week for the specific purpose of a self-care treat. Many of my clients joke that lying on the acupuncture table will be as close as they get to the feeling of laying on a beach somewhere hot. 😅 With the table warmer on, the heat lamp kissing their skin like rays of warm sun and all the perfect points to reduce tension and stress, how can you not feel waves of bliss?

The clinic just needs a margarita maker and we’re set. 😜

In conjunction with acupuncture I have been throwing in lots of cups this week to help reduce musculoskeletal pain and discomfort. It’s been so great to see the look of deep relaxation on everybody’s faces when they leave. 🌸

DM me if you have a question regarding how acupuncture and cupping could benefit you.

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02/01/2022

The Lunar New Year is tomorrow and with it comes a big and beautiful fresh breath of air. 🌙 🐅🌙

This is the year of the Water Tiger, and after two years of more private, quiet zodiac animals (the rat and the ox) known for their planning, diligence and perseverance, we can be relieved to expect a little more movement and excitement in the year to come.

This is a year of change and new beginnings! Tigers are a symbol of power known for their boldness and bravery. This is going to be a dynamic year. It’s the time to take the leap! Time to be fearless but also ready and agile enough to withstand the curve balls inherent in any adventure.

The water element associated with the year of the Tiger is a nice Yin compliment to the strong Yang energy of the tiger. It will be a year with more big emotions, and a nice balance of both intention and action. Lots of fast pace excitement sprinkled with peaceful naps and mellow energy.

I know 2022 didn’t begin how any of has had envisioned. So take joy in starting over again this Lunar New Year. It will surely be a much more dynamic year, so hold on tight and enjoy it for all that it is.

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12/19/2021

New life hack:

Lately once a week I will mix a few juiced lemons, grated ginger, honey and apple cider vinegar together which I will freeze into a mini silicone muffin tin. That way in the morning I can easily pop one of those bad boys into a mug of hot water and go from feeling like a sleep deprived goon to a self-care goddess.

Sometimes healing looks like just a hot mug of something loving in the morning. And in a chaotic world and challenging body that might not seem like much.

✨But little by little, the healing adds up. ✨

So don’t underestimate the little stuff.

Cause it truly adds up. 💗

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11/29/2021

My schedule for 2021 is filling up quickly.

If you still have some insurance coverage to use up before the end of the year, I’d recommend booking in soon. Whether it’s for tight neck and shoulders, stress, digestive issues or hormone help, I’m your gal. 🙋🏼‍♀️

And even if there’s nothing acute that needs attention, don’t be shy booking an appointment just to try it out.

As one 12 year old recently reported after acupuncture she felt like she had rainbows floating through her and I mean who couldn’t use a little of that. 🤣🌈💗

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09/27/2021

One of my favourite things to discuss with clients about their health is what time their symptoms take place. 🤓⏰

In traditional Chinese medicine, every hour of the day is associated with a different internal organ. Which in turn is associated with a different emotion, season, colour, taste, fragrance, and a slew of corresponding physical ailments.

Therefore, Chinese medicine practitioners believe that when things occur have just as much significance as what is occurring.

For example, if someone typically wakes up at night between 3-5am they might have an imbalance in their Lung meridian. This can tell us that they may be having a hard time bringing in the good they deserve and letting go of what no longer serves them. Or that they may have other physical symptoms associated with the Lung meridian such as allergies or skin issues.

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again! Everything is connected in traditional Chinese medicine!

Next time I see you in clinic, feel free to pick my brain on the significance of the time you are experiencing your symptoms!

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09/16/2021

Been one month back at work and I have so enjoyed reconnecting with my clients and helping them with all their diverse and unique health needs. The ever spanning list of ailments TCM can address only ever seems to grow. 💕

Some highlights this month include:

- SIX pregnancy announcements (including two couples who are expecting twins!)

- One client with chronic sciatica pain went from 10/10 to 3/10 pain

- A woman with amenorrhea had her first period in 78 days

- A child covered in hives has gone 2 weeks with clear skin

- A woman with severe allergies dogsat her daughter’s pup for 1 week without any allergic reactions!

Gotta love this medicine!

07/26/2021

Today marks 3 months with my sweet Nova bean! Life has sure been a lot sweeter since becoming her mama. She’s beginning to coo and smile more and I couldn’t be more obsessed with watching her grow!

I am also pleased to report that I will be returning back to clinic part time in 3 weeks today! I’ll be back August 16th on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Can’t wait to catch up with all you beautiful folk and to get back to working again with my favourite healing tools.

12/21/2020

December 21st is one of my favourite days of the year. To me, it represents a beacon of light, pride and hope. It marks enduring six months where everyday has continually gotten shorter, and it’s the much anticipated pivot point wherein the days begin to get brighter and longer.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful to live somewhere where the sun doesn’t set at the exact same time of day all year - because it inspires diverse pastimes, schedules and sleep patterns.

It is no secret however, that for most people this year has been extra isolating, challenging and bleak. So I believe this year, today’s solstice is an extra important milestone to celebrate.

In addition to all the goodies of extra sunlight, today represents the first official day of winter. Which honestly is one of my favourite seasons! If you’re interested in learning some TCM tips to help you live more harmoniously with it, keep reading.

i) Intentionally savour your Yin activities. Due to COVID-19, we have all been required to spend more time at home and socialize less. You could say, everyone’s been forced into a much more Yin lifestyle. There is healthy Yin and there is unbalanced Yin. All it takes is a simple shift of intention. When spending a night at home, play music instead of watch television. Burn candles instead of using fluorescent lights. Hold some deep stretches on the floor instead of sitting on the same couch. Savour the Yin, rather than be a victim of it.

ii) Warm yourself up from the inside with the foods you eat. Incorporate more warming foods like hearty soups and stews, whole grains, roasted nuts, root vegetables, beans, garlic, ginger, miso and seaweed into your diet. Slow cooking and roasting your foods for a long time over low heat will nourish you the most deeply and satisfyingly. You can also add more warming spices such as ginger, cloves, cinnamon and turmeric to every dish or drink, such as your soup broth, tea or mulled wine to make it a more nourishing and seasonal treat.

iii) Keep cozy. This will not only prevent injuries, colds and muscle tension, but will also conserve your energy so you can think, digest and process your feelings more clearly.

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Winnipeg, MB
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Monday	10am - 7pm
Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	10am - 7pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 7pm

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http://www.elementalwellness.ca/

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