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Planning to Thrive in Postpartum: Pregnancy Group Discussion & Relaxation

This monthly discussion circle will focus on why postpartum care of the new mother is essential and how to begin conversations and plans to create your own network of support.

Many parents enter postpartum (whether first time or having a subsequent child) without a great deal of discussion or planning around their personal priorities and needs. Sharing a plan with your partner and close supporters can bolster your own confidence and create a stronger foundation for a supported and nourishing experience in postpartum.

Melanie is a postpartum doula who supports parents during pregnancy to plan for postpartum and offers in person and virtual doula support of new mothers following birth.

There will be no more than eight in a class, ensuring that there is space for all those who wish to share their thoughts and ideas (there is of course no pressure to share)

  • Private Sessions: If you would like to discuss a private session with Melanie to discuss postpartum planning please contact her directly to discuss.

Melanie Appleby’s offering on the first Saturday of the month (usually) 12.30pm to 1.30pm - straight after pregnancy yoga

Spaces should be booked in advance to reserve a place and to ensure refreshments for the group can be provided. You are very welcome to pay what you can.

Coming up …
February 7, 202612.30pm£10.00 suggested donationBook
April 4, 202612.30pm£10.00 suggested donationBook
June 6, 202612.30pm£10.00 suggested donationBook

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Thank you to these wonderful folk who donated to the Women Supporting Women Fund in November.

We currently have a waiting list of women in our community who would like to make use of the WSW Fund, to access support.

So, if you're able to, when you make a booking with Moon, tick the box that'll add £2.50 to your booking - it's as easy as that.

You can also make a standalone donation, follow the link in our bio.

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Thank you to these wonderful folk who donated to the Women Supporting Women Fund in November. We currently have a waiting list of women in our community who would like to make use of the WSW Fund, to access support. So, if you're able to, when you make a booking with Moon, tick the box that'll add £2.50 to your booking - it's as easy as that. You can also make a standalone donation, follow the link in our bio. Thank you x14 hours ago
A warming Moon Wise Woman Practitioner gathering this morning.

We shared food, laughs and connection as we found out more about each other.

We heard from both Amanda Davie and Anna Lawton on how they support our local community, through their offerings.

It's always such a pleasure to meet one another, coming together as a practitioner community.

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A warming Moon Wise Woman Practitioner gathering this morning. We shared food, laughs and connection as we found out more about each other. We heard from both Amanda Davie and Anna Lawton on how they support our local community, through their offerings. It's always such a pleasure to meet one another, coming together as a practitioner community. ❤️❤️❤️2 days ago
Three magical sessions on this early December weekend.

On Saturday afternoon, Mary Sheppard helps us conjure a magical and playful world, with games, partner-yoga, stories, music, dancing, art, mindfulness and relaxation. At this month’s Family Yoga session, we’ll celebrate the joy of the holidays - Christmas, Hanukkah, and co-create some fun holiday family yoga poses such as Christmas trees, snowmen, reindeer, elves, Santa, and sipping hot chocolate.

On Sunday afternoon, Heidi Alden creates a safe and relaxed space for conversations about death, helping us to reflect on life’s great mystery together. This is a small gathering where we drink tea and eat cake, in a warm, welcoming environment. A Death Café is a discussion group with no agenda, objectives, or themes - the conversation simply flows from what those present bring on the day.

On Sunday evening, Kerry Miller and Christel Stanfield Bruce guide us in a calming breath work workshop designed for all levels. In this gentle session, you’ll explore the power of conscious breathing to calm the mind, relax the body, and reconnect with yourself. Come as you are - no experience needed, just a willingness to breathe.

You can find more details and book via the link in our bio.
Three magical sessions on this early December weekend. On Saturday afternoon, Mary Sheppard helps us conjure a magical and playful world, with games, partner-yoga, stories, music, dancing, art, mindfulness and relaxation. At this month’s Family Yoga session, we’ll celebrate the joy of the holidays - Christmas, Hanukkah, and co-create some fun holiday family yoga poses such as Christmas trees, snowmen, reindeer, elves, Santa, and sipping hot chocolate. On Sunday afternoon, Heidi Alden creates a safe and relaxed space for conversations about death, helping us to reflect on life’s great mystery together. This is a small gathering where we drink tea and eat cake, in a warm, welcoming environment. A Death Café is a discussion group with no agenda, objectives, or themes - the conversation simply flows from what those present bring on the day. On Sunday evening, Kerry Miller and Christel Stanfield Bruce guide us in a calming breath work workshop designed for all levels. In this gentle session, you’ll explore the power of conscious breathing to calm the mind, relax the body, and reconnect with yourself. Come as you are - no experience needed, just a willingness to breathe. You can find more details and book via the link in our bio.1 week ago
As the days grow shorter and the air more chilly, Sophie and Dr Sunila from Moon’s Acupuncture Collective (our low-cost multi-bed acupuncture clinic) have been reflecting on the importance of warmth - not just for our bodies, but for our hearts too. 

Winter is ideally a time for slowing down, nourishing ourselves, and cherishing the small joys of the season. However, the holiday season can be a stressful time, especially when balancing family, work, and social obligations.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), winter is associated with the Water Element, which is linked to our kidneys. Energetically, they store our essence as human beings and govern longevity. During winter, the kidneys become more vulnerable, especially due to the cold weather.

So keeping physically warm during the colder months is really important- especially our lower back where our kidneys are, as well as our feet and neck, which are other areas of the body particularly vulnerable to the cold. 

But how can we protect our kidneys and hearts from the frenetic energy of the festive season? Whether it’s grabbing a journal for a ‘brain dump’, embracing our inner child with creativity or retreating to the haven of the Acupuncture Collective, our hearts can find refuge from that external chaos. 

This season calls for rest, reflection, and nourishment to preserve our energy for the year ahead. Dr Sunila and Sophie are here to help you see out your year peacefully at the Collective, as we close the chapter of 2025 and open the chapter of 2026. 

Our next Acupuncture Collective is taking place between 2pm to 8pm on Monday 8th December at Moon Women’s Health, 63 Chetwynd Road, NW5 1BX.

Find more details and book via our bio.
As the days grow shorter and the air more chilly, Sophie and Dr Sunila from Moon’s Acupuncture Collective (our low-cost multi-bed acupuncture clinic) have been reflecting on the importance of warmth - not just for our bodies, but for our hearts too. Winter is ideally a time for slowing down, nourishing ourselves, and cherishing the small joys of the season. However, the holiday season can be a stressful time, especially when balancing family, work, and social obligations. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), winter is associated with the Water Element, which is linked to our kidneys. Energetically, they store our essence as human beings and govern longevity. During winter, the kidneys become more vulnerable, especially due to the cold weather. So keeping physically warm during the colder months is really important- especially our lower back where our kidneys are, as well as our feet and neck, which are other areas of the body particularly vulnerable to the cold. But how can we protect our kidneys and hearts from the frenetic energy of the festive season? Whether it’s grabbing a journal for a ‘brain dump’, embracing our inner child with creativity or retreating to the haven of the Acupuncture Collective, our hearts can find refuge from that external chaos. This season calls for rest, reflection, and nourishment to preserve our energy for the year ahead. Dr Sunila and Sophie are here to help you see out your year peacefully at the Collective, as we close the chapter of 2025 and open the chapter of 2026. Our next Acupuncture Collective is taking place between 2pm to 8pm on Monday 8th December at Moon Women’s Health, 63 Chetwynd Road, NW5 1BX. Find more details and book via our bio.1 week ago
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