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Melanie Appleby

Melanie Appleby

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I’m passionate about the benefits of postpartum support. Through 1-2-1 planning, workshops and circles I help people to plan so they can thrive during postpartum and beyond.

Support can help mother heal effectively, regain initial strength and also benefit longer term wellness but the impact is positive for the wider family unit too, promoting family bonding and creating space to listen to instincts and understand baby’s cues.

I’m mother of three daughters aged 12, 10 and 5 with birth experiences ranging from a labour ward to home birth. My postpartum experiences were as unique as each birth because my needs, expectations and preferences changed. I believe there is no ‘right’ way to enter motherhood but that by listening to intuition and surrounding ourselves by those who support and respect our preferences we can ease the transition for both mother and baby.

As an accredited postnatal doula and breastfeeding supporter, I also support families with in-home visits and virtual support during the postpartum period. Whether it’s holding space to process birth, providing nourishing food or helping you navigate your transition to post partum life, I help craft a care plan that helps you and your family to adapt.

Listen to a discussion with Mel about postpartum planning and support.

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Very excited about this year's York Rise Street Party as Moon celebrates its 5th Birthday!

We’ll have a series of free sessions and treatments at Moon, and at our stall (on York Rise, near the vets) you’ll be able to meet and talk to a series of experts on women’s health.

You can also find a selection of beautiful handmade jumpers (donated by Mama Moon, aka Anna’s mum) being sold to raise funds for the Moon Community Health CIC.

Check out our bio to find out more + book the free sessions and treatments.
Very excited about this year's York Rise Street Party as Moon celebrates its 5th Birthday! We’ll have a series of free sessions and treatments at Moon, and at our stall (on York Rise, near the vets) you’ll be able to meet and talk to a series of experts on women’s health. You can also find a selection of beautiful handmade jumpers (donated by Mama Moon, aka Anna’s mum) being sold to raise funds for the Moon Community Health CIC. Check out our bio to find out more + book the free sessions and treatments.1 week ago
What the blazes! 

This UK summer has been hotter than most of us can remember. Some of us are loving it. Others are counting the days until it's cooler. 

Why are we all so different? 

According to Chinese Medicine, we all have our own unique balance of Yin and Yang. So while one person might thrive in a hot, energetic summer, someone else may find it completely depleting. 

If Yin and Yang have always sounded a bit mystical, here's a quick look. 

⭕ Yin - Feminine = Still, Cooling, Nourishing, Receptive, Moistening, Interior 

⭕ Yang - Masculine = Moving, Warming, Transforming, Active, Drying, Exterior
 
This summer has been incredibly Yang. 

While that can feel energising, too much Yang can make it harder to slow down, switch off and truly rest. 

You may have noticed more: 

⭕️ Tired but wired
⭕️ Restless sleep or insomnia
⭕️ Headaches or migraines
⭕ Anxiety or feeling overwhelmed
⭕️ Irritability or a short fuse
⭕️ Neck and shoulder tension
⭕️ Hot flushes or menopausal symptoms flaring
 
Acupuncture helps restore balance by nourishing Yin and calming your nervous system. Better still, you get permission to lie down, close your eyes while Sophie or Sunila work with your body's underlying patterns, giving you the chance for a deep rest and reset. 

Our next Acupuncture Collective is on 17 August, just a few days after the spectacular solar eclipse. Whether you're into lunar cycles or not, it feels like the perfect moment to pause, reset and head into late summer feeling more balanced. 

We'd love to see you there.
 
Our next Acupuncture Collective is taking place between 2pm to 8pm on Monday 17th August.
 
Book via our bio
What the blazes! This UK summer has been hotter than most of us can remember. Some of us are loving it. Others are counting the days until it's cooler. Why are we all so different? According to Chinese Medicine, we all have our own unique balance of Yin and Yang. So while one person might thrive in a hot, energetic summer, someone else may find it completely depleting. If Yin and Yang have always sounded a bit mystical, here's a quick look. ⭕ Yin - Feminine = Still, Cooling, Nourishing, Receptive, Moistening, Interior ⭕ Yang - Masculine = Moving, Warming, Transforming, Active, Drying, Exterior   This summer has been incredibly Yang. While that can feel energising, too much Yang can make it harder to slow down, switch off and truly rest. You may have noticed more: ⭕️ Tired but wired ⭕️ Restless sleep or insomnia ⭕️ Headaches or migraines ⭕ Anxiety or feeling overwhelmed ⭕️ Irritability or a short fuse ⭕️ Neck and shoulder tension ⭕️ Hot flushes or menopausal symptoms flaring   Acupuncture helps restore balance by nourishing Yin and calming your nervous system. Better still, you get permission to lie down, close your eyes while Sophie or Sunila work with your body's underlying patterns, giving you the chance for a deep rest and reset. Our next Acupuncture Collective is on 17 August, just a few days after the spectacular solar eclipse. Whether you're into lunar cycles or not, it feels like the perfect moment to pause, reset and head into late summer feeling more balanced. We'd love to see you there.   Our next Acupuncture Collective is taking place between 2pm to 8pm on Monday 17th August.   Book via our bio1 week ago
Very fortunate to witness a total eclipse... absolutely amazing...
Very fortunate to witness a total eclipse... absolutely amazing...1 week ago
You should have received this month's newsletter this morning, so check out your inbox! (or the link in our bio 😊)

There's news of our upcoming 5th birthday celebrations as well as offerings from our wider community.

Check our bio to find out more.
You should have received this month's newsletter this morning, so check out your inbox! (or the link in our bio 😊) There's news of our upcoming 5th birthday celebrations as well as offerings from our wider community. Check our bio to find out more.2 weeks ago
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