Bloom With Daisy

01/04/2026

Before work Morning things that make me happy.
Watching the full moon set, swimming in a silky pink sea, morning light in my dinning room window, hot porridge and milky coffee after a steaming outdoor shower to warm my bones.followed by a very quick walk with a friend. I’ve laughed I’ve vented and supported another by deep listening I’ve blissed out, fuelled and challenged myself.. the energy all that the brings!!

My extra good protein porridge with cinnamon spiced apples. See you can have a delicious non savoury breakfast and still get enough protein and carbs that aren’t gonna go straight to storage!

Blend 30gm jumbo/wholegrain or steel cut oats to a powder with a scoop or so of vanilla protein powder (I used whey), cook in either dairy milk (or soy if you don’t do dairy) with a wee pinch of salt. Stir constantly to prevent sticking and make a lovely creamy texture. Meanwhile either stew or grill some apples slices and toss in cinnamon for extra glycemic control.
Apples - gut health, metabolic effect (pectin slows glucose absorption)
Cinnamon - amazing digestive and blood sugar herb (I used upwards of a teaspoon)
Whole grain oats amazing for cholesterol and gut health slow burn energy
Enough protein to fuel the morning and prevent energy aka blood glucose crashes later (approx 25gm)

25/03/2026

25/03/2026

Hops 🌿
Not just for beer… and far more interesting than that (tho I do love me a craft beer!)

I use hops a lot in midlife, especially where things feel a bit wired frazzled and hot.

It’s one of our stronger phytoestrogenic herbs, so it can be really helpful when oestrogen is dropping and the classic menopause symptoms start showing up
→ night sweats
→ hot flushes
→ that edgy, unsettled feeling in the body

But what I love most about it is what it does for the nervous system

Hops has this beautiful way of settling the surge
That 2–3am wake-up
Heart going, mind ticking over
Cortisol creeping in when you’d rather be asleep

It helps take the edge off without knocking you out cold

It’s also a bitter, so there’s digestive support in there too (always a bonus in midlife when things can get weird in the gut)

🌿 One thing I always consider though: its constitution

Hops is cooling. Quite distinctly so.

So it tends to suit women who run a bit hot
Flushy, inflamed, overheated, the fire sign woman!!

If someone is already more on the cold, depleted side, I’m a bit more thoughtful about if I use it, or what I pair it with

As always, it’s about matching the herb to the woman in front of you
Not just the symptom list

Have you ever used hops outside of beer? 🍺
Curious what your experience has been

Comment hops below if you’d like to know if it might suit you!

13/03/2026

There is something about midlife that asks, and sometimes demands, that we listen a little more closely to ourselves.

The body and emotions feel chaotic, and no longer ourselves. The habits and routines that once supported us no longer seem to help us recalibrate.

In the 9 years since my menopause I have more and more to grounded in the rhythms of nature - the moon, the seasons, the elements, the plants and have found that developing meaning through ritual is truly a powerful way to support body mind and soul. And it has indeed been a balm improving life and health

So next week I’m starting something that brings the rhythm and ritual into others lives

Something designed to support and to explore depth, connection and ritual together.

🌼🌙 The Bloom Moon Circle

A free monthly gathering where themes of elemental wisdom help us connect inward to the energy of the coming lunar cycle, set meaningful intentions for our health and lives, and connect deeply with other women.

The first circle is in 6 days

If your feel the need for depth comment moon below and I’ll send you the registration form.

12/03/2026

THE GHOST ORGAN THAT WAS ALWAYS THERE.

imagine opening a 2015 anatomy book You'll see skin, then fat, then muscle. All packed up like solid dense layers. Now throw that book away.. I was wrong.

Until very recently, histologists (scientists who study tissue) prepared samples by drying them and fixing them in microscopes. By doing so, they destroyed the actual structure. The spaces were collapsing.

In 2018, thanks to new live endomicroscopy technologies, we discovered Interstition.

We ain't "solid". Underneath your skin, covering your arteries, your lungs, and your muscles, there is a massive network of interconnected compartments filled with liquid. It's like a global hydraulic damper. A highway of fluids that connects everything to everything.

Why is this revolutionary in 2026?.

The route of metastasis: It has been found that

cancer cells often don't travel through blood or lymph initially, but rather use these "highways" of the interstice to move quickly between tissues. Understanding this is changing oncology.

Validation of Ancestral: For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine spoke of "Meridians" or energy channels (Qi) that did not correspond to nerves or veins. Western science was mocking. Today, many researchers propose that the Interstition, with its high electrical conductivity thanks to the fluid rich in electrolytes, could be the physical anatomical base of those meridians. Acupuncture needle doesn't poke a nerve; it stimulates the facial/interstitial network, sending mechanical signals throughout the system.

Your body is a continuous hydraulic system. The stiffness in your ankle can affect your neck because the fluid network is the same. The "stagnation" of fluids that the Ancients spoke of now has a scientific name.

Keeping this organ healthy is vital. How? Hydration and Movement. The interstition needs you to move to pump its fluids. If you stay still, it becomes sticky, dense, and toxic.

You're 70% water, but that water ain't stuck in a bucket. It's flowing through a sacred, complex architecture that we're just beginning to understand.

TIP YOURSELF (Facial Health):

"To keep your interstition fluent and avoid morning stiffness:

Hydration with Electrolytes: Water alone isn't enough. Interstitial fluid is rich in salts. Add a pinch of sea salt to your water.

Bounce (Rebounding): Gentle jumps or oscillatory movements help move interstitial fluid better than static cardio.

Myofascial Release: Using foam rollers helps rehydrate these compressed layers of tissue. "

Source 📚: Scientific Reports, "Structure and Distribution of an Unrecognized Interstitial Space in Human Tissues". / Updates 2025 on Fascial Research.

12/03/2026

Whoop Whoop and lots of whoops!!!
Finally have a new website that isn’t making me cringe and I can be back out in the world again!

for women in midlife at the threshold of their wise women years

11/03/2026

When were you last truly heard?

Not just chatted with…
but really listened to.

What do you do in your life that helps create that kind of deep connection?
A regular walk with a friend… a weekly call… women’s circle… coffee with someone who really listens…?

💗 Deep listening is a real gift we can give someone.
💗 Deep sharing is a gift too.

Carl Jung once wrote that loneliness isn’t about having no people around us, but about being unable to share the things that truly matter.

Those conversations where you can speak honestly and someone is really there with you…
they’re pretty special.
I’d love to hear what it looks like in your world. Pop it in the comments.

And if you feel you could do with more deepness in your life, Comment MOON 🌑 below for an invite to my brand new and free Bloom moon circle! First one is next week!!

10/03/2026

Here's a hint: it's one of my go-to herbs for navigating the shift to our years, just like it is during the transition to womanhood!

If you want to try growing your own, pick up 3-6 plants from the garden centre next spring - make sure to get German chamomile for maximum benefit. Plant it near a path or on the deck to enjoy its fragrance as you pass by. Start harvesting when it flowers.

21/12/2025

Bout time!

UN body to study possibility of integrating centuries-old practices into mainstream healthcare

20/12/2025

Decompress time! Beach ride, summer begins here… and it feels like the perfect moment to jump on and be a bit reflective .

This year has been a lot.
Actually, the last five years have been a lot. Growth, evolution, lots of pain & deep questioning of who I am, what I do, and how I want to show up in life and business.

This past year especially stretched me. There were moments of real doubt and recalibration. But right at the end of it, something shifted. I let go of the little part-time job that carried me through the recession, and I’m stepping into the new year with a fresh focus and renewed trust.

And here’s my sneaky thought…
I’m bringing my herbal focus back. 🌿
I’ve missed them. So much.

It feels exciting again. So… watch this space.

In the meantime, I’m wishing you rest, joy, sunshine, and whatever nourishment you most need right now. And a Summer Solstice blessing for you all ☀️

May the longest day remind you of your own light.
Meri Kirihimete 🤍
Happy holidays, and here’s to a gentle, hopeful start to summer and the year ahead.
☀️

30/11/2025

So many of my clients say:

“I know salmon’s good for me, but I just can’t handle the taste.”

Here’s a little secret: it’s not the fish it’s what it’s served with and how it is cooked.

Last night I poached salmon — the gentlest way to cook it. This method means the oil doesn’t overpower flavour and isn’t damaged in the cooking

🍋 A squeeze of lemon some dill garlic and salt in the poaching liquid balances the natural oils of the fish — softens the flavour, supports digestion, and makes it all just feel… lighter.

🌿 Then comes the salsa verde.
Capers, lemon juice & zest, garlic, dill (or any herb!) sharp, zesty notes that slice through the richness and make oily fish sing. That little green spoonful shifts the whole dish. It brightens every bite and gives your body the message: this is alive, vibrant, nourishing. And did I mention antioxidants?

🥬 Add a few bitter leaves — like radicchio.
Bitterness is often what’s missing when people say “it’s too rich.” Bitter grounds, balances, and clears the palate. It makes the whole meal feel more refreshing, less heavy & It actually does help digest the fats better Just a few leaves, dressed or grilled, bring that edge we didn’t know we needed.

🧠 Why does this matter?
Oily fish like salmon are packed with omega-3s and protein — essential for brain, hormones, joints, and mood, especially in midlife and beyond. But if we don’t enjoy it, we won’t eat it.

The key?
Balance.
(Can you tell my sun sign is Libra?!)

Would you eat this?

30/10/2025

Your Brain “Zones Out” After Poor Sleep To Clean Itself

A groundbreaking study shows that sleep-deprived brains perform mini cleaning cycles while we’re awake.

These cerebrospinal fluid pulses, which normally occur during deep sleep, intrude during moments of lost focus.

While this may help maintain brain health, it comes at the cost of slower reaction times and mental fog.

The findings highlight how the body tries to recover from sleep loss — and why concentration suffers when it does.