Dr. Lori D. Raymond, ND, LMT

10/12/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - and a perfect time to talk about Breast Health.

While early detection is essential, true prevention starts long before a mammogram. Supporting breast health means caring for your whole body—balancing hormones, reducing inflammation, and improving circulation through nutrition, movement, and stress management.

Simple steps can make a difference:
• Choose a colourful, plant-rich diet full of antioxidants
• Limit alcohol and processed foods
• Keep lymphatic flow moving with gentle exercise, dry brushing, or massage
• Prioritise restorative sleep and stress reduction

As a naturopathic physician, I’m passionate about helping women understand their bodies and create sustainable habits that promote long-term wellness—not just disease prevention.

This month, take a moment to check in with your own health and schedule that overdue screening or consultation. Your body deserves care and attention every day, not just in October.

09/22/2025

Happy First Day of Fall! The change of seasons is the perfect reminder to pause, reset, and support our health as the days grow cooler and shorter. Autumn invites us to slow down, enjoy nourishing foods, and create rhythms that keep us grounded through the months ahead.

What’s your favourite way to welcome fall? A cosy cup of tea, a walk among colourful leaves, or maybe a shift toward heartier meals? Share your seasonal rituals in the comments—I’d love to hear how you embrace this time of year.

09/06/2025

Today is Read a Book Day, a perfect chance to celebrate learning and sharing ideas! Books have always been a wonderful way to expand our understanding of health, healing, and the human body.

I’d love to hear from you: What’s your favourite non-fiction book related to medicine or wellness? It could be something historical, about a particular disease, or focused on treatment approaches.

Share your recommendations in the comments—I’m excited to see what has inspired or informed you!

09/02/2025

Next Tuesday is our Community Acupuncture evening at Little Bird Wellness East Granby office. This is a lovely way to experience the benefits of acupuncture in a small group setting, perfect for stress relief, easing tension, and supporting your overall well-being.

Whether you’re new to acupuncture or simply love the sense of calm it brings, this is a wonderful opportunity to prioritise your health and connect with community. Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance. www.littlebirdwellnessct.com

08/29/2025

Little Bird Wellness at East Granby Farmers Market -Library edition. ❤️📚

07/22/2025

07/12/2025

Good luck, Runners!!

Running the Boilermaker isn’t just about race day — it’s about every early morning, every aching muscle, every mindful meal, and every training plan that got you to the start line. 🏃‍♀️💪

This iconic 15K in Utica, NY draws in runners from all over — but what you don’t see behind the scenes is the sheer sacrifice it takes to prepare.

It’s weeks (even months!) of disciplined training runs, rain or shine. It’s prioritising nutrition day in and day out — fuelling with intention to support endurance, recovery, and overall wellness. It’s booking regular bodywork to prevent injury and help muscles bounce back. And it’s planning your life around long runs, rest days, and the constant balancing act of training and everyday responsibilities.

So whether you crossed the finish line this year or supported someone who did, know this: the Boilermaker is not just a race — it’s a journey that asks a lot of your body, your mind, and your time. And that makes crossing that line all the more meaningful.

👏 Here’s to every runner who showed up for themselves, mile after mile.