What is womens health?

At Saffron & Sage, we understand that women’s health is an intricate balance of physical, emotional, and hormonal factors. Whether you're focusing on hormonal balance, fertility, or overall wellness, our holistic approach provides comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs. By integrating therapies like acupuncture, nutrition counseling, and mindfulness practices, we support women in every phase of life, from reproductive health to menopause. 

The Importance of Hormonal Balance

Hormonal balance is essential for women’s physical health and overall wellness. Hormones regulate various bodily functions, including metabolism, mood, and reproductive health. When hormones are imbalanced, it can lead to a range of health issues such as:

• Menstrual Irregularities: Irregular periods, heavy bleeding, or missed cycles can indicate hormonal imbalances.

• Mood Disorders: Hormonal fluctuations can contribute to anxiety, depression, and irritability.

• Weight Changes: Hormonal imbalances often lead to unexplained weight gain or loss.

• Sleep Disruptions: Hormones influence sleep patterns, and imbalances can result in insomnia or excessive fatigue.

Holistic wellness approaches aim to address these imbalances by considering the whole person rather than just the symptoms. Holistic health practitioners often use a combination of therapies, including nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes, to restore balance and enhance overall wellness.

Holistic Approaches to Women’s Health

At Saffron & Sage, we recognize the unique health challenges women face and offer various services designed to promote holistic health and wellness. Our approach integrates mind, body, and spirit, allowing women to achieve a state of balance and health.

BOOK A SERVICE

Our team of holistic healthcare practitioners are multi-modality trained and can customize your energy session with a variety of complimentary add-ons and we are a gratuity-free establishment. We are a Premier Holistic Health Club serving the San Diego neighborhoods of Mission Hills, Balboa Park, Little Italy, Hillcrest & beyond.

Browse our offerings below to book your perfect session or become a member and enjoy all the perks we have to support your journey to mind, body and spirit wellness.

+ IVF ACUPUNCTURE

* 1 service credit - medical

This treatment was designed to complement your IVF treatment plan. Studies show that receiving acupuncture immediately before and after your transfer can improve the rate of success.

+ MENOPAUSE ACUPUNCTURE

* 2 service credit - medical

A treatment designed to assist with hormone regulation as the body journeys through the transformation phase that is menopause. Acupuncture can assist with hormonal support and balance and it may alleviate common menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and physical aches and pains.

+ MENSTRUAL CYCLE ACUPUNCTURE

* 1 service credit - medical

A treatment designed to help regulate your cycle and lessen pain by normalizing blood flow. Acupuncture can balance hormones, regulate menstrual cycles and ovulation, increase blood flow to the reproductive organs, calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety, reduce inflammation and eliminate menstrual cramping and pain.

+ POSTNATAL MASSAGE

* 1 service credit - medical

Pregnancy, Labor and Postpartum are very powerful and transformative times and massage therapy is a wonderful way to help assimilate all the exciting changes.

+ POSTPARTUM ACUPUNCTURE

* 1 service credit - medical

Postpartum Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment that supports the physical and emotional recovery of women after childbirth. The focus of postpartum acupuncture is to help restore balance to the body, address common postnatal challenges, and promote overall well-being during the postpartum period, which can be physically demanding and emotionally intense.

+ POSTPARTUM MASSAGE

* 1 service credit - medical

A postpartum or post natal massage is an essential part of the recovery process after giving birth. During this somatic bodywork session you are able to begin clearing the physical and emotional trauma that comes with childbirth. Release tension and stored emotions through this therapeutic bodywork session. You will experience increased blood flow to the muscles, relieve soreness, release endorphins that support relaxation and expedite the healing process.A postpartum or post natal massage is an essential part of the recovery process after giving birth. During this somatic bodywork session you are able to begin clearing the physical and emotional trauma that comes with childbirth. Release tension and stored emotions through this therapeutic bodywork session. You will experience increased blood flow to the muscles, relieve soreness, release endorphins that support relaxation and expedite the healing process.

+ PRENATAL ACUPUNCTURE

* 1 service credit - medical

This treatment is designed to support you during pregnancy. Receiving acupuncture during pregnancy can promote the healthy development of your baby by increasing blood flow to your uterus as well as providing a relaxing time for you both. This appointment is appropriate after your first trimester or after you have been cleared by your prenatal provider.

+ PRENATAL ACUPUNCTURE + MASSAGE

* 1 service credit - medical

This treatment is the best of both worlds-it includes acupuncture and a relaxing prenatal massage. Receiving acupuncture during pregnancy can promote the healthy development of your baby by increasing blood flow to your uterus as well as providing a relaxing time for you both. This appointment is appropriate after your first trimester or after you have been cleared by your prenatal provider.