‘I’ Sense
The ‘I’ sense is the sense of perceiving the individuality of another; to truly sense there is another human being present rather than only perceiving outer characteristics, cultural conditioning or being unable to discern the difference between a “bot” and a human. Despite a person’s race, sex, gender, religion, social status and culture there is […]
Yarrow Liver Compress
A yarrow liver compress is the application of yarrow tea (leaf and young stalk) in a hot, dry cloth, compressed over the liver with a narrow blanket. It is indicated to support liver function especially post antibiotic use, during aggressive medical treatments that are known to strain the liver, some cases of abdominal bloating as […]
Earache
Onion Ear Compress Earaches that are caused by a swollen eardrum and fluid are often helped by an onion ear compress. Make a little parcel of diced onion (about 1/4 – 1/2 a large onion). The material used for the compress ‘bag’ could be a thin tubular bandage tying the ends once the onion is […]
Schools Sores – Impetigo
School sores are a skin lesion caused by a staphylococcus or streptococcus bacteria that can naturally occur on the skin and upper respiratory system, but can get out of control especially in the hotter months. Once the sores open they spread easily by contact. They are considered highly contagious and the Department of Health states a need for “time out […]
Cool Awakening Wash
Alternate Footbath
An alternate footbath involves the use of two bowls of water (one hot, one cold) into which the patient’s feet are placed alternatively. The experience of moving between temperatures creates a sensory experience that gently awakens an inner equilibrium that particulary supports the Sense of Balance and the Sense of Warmth. It also helps to […]
Fever
I was pleased to be introduced to Dr David Martin website and video series “Warm up to Fever” that treats fever in the same way that I recommend, so that the body becomes stronger and the pathogen is not left in the body. Below the video you will find the instructions for using arnica and […]
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Quark Chest Compress
A quark chest compress is the application of quark cheese warmed to body temperature, spread on a cloth that is then folded over the cheese into a poultice shape, laid across the chest and kept warm. The quark has a drawing effect on fluid in the breasts and chest cavity. It creates a space for […]
Jungebad Oil Dispersion Baths
Clinic Therapies > Jungebad Oil Dispersion Baths Oil Dispersion Baths Jungebad is a specialised oil dispersion bath with body brushing that originates from Germany out of indications given by Rudolf Steiner. It is used as a complementary therapy in anthroposophic medicine to harmonise body warmth and thereby stimulate the body’s own processes towards maintaining health. […]
Waldorf Early Childhood Education
There are 45 Steiner (Waldorf) Schools across Australia. I am fortunate and humbled to be working alongside educators and parents, holding reverence and wonder towards the ‘becoming’ of each individual child. “Becoming…” is the third film in a series of short films produced on the occasion of the centenary of Waldorf Education under the direction […]
Sphagnum Protective Skin Lotion
Short, regular, massage applications of a protective lotion provide an experience of the body as well as a buffer to preserve the forces needed for growth and maintaining health. Touch brings awareness to the periphery and body parts in which pressure is applied. Developing whole body awareness is part of healthy child development. In adults […]
Nutritional Bath with Raw Cows Milk
A potent therapeutic bath best given weekly for 7 weeks on the same day each week where possible. It supports rehabilitation post any illness as well as general health throughout changes of season, especially spring. A nutritional bath uses 1 cup of raw bath milk, egg, honey and lemon. Follow the instructions closely to gain the most benefit […]
Chamomile Abdominal Compress
A chamomile compress helps the nervous system quieten, and improves digestion. It is highly valuable for insomnia, pain related to menstruation, for people with poor digestion due to nervousness, or after a busy day studying. It affects the Sense of Movement and Sight by harmonising the relationship between environmental stimulus and the sensory processing that carries the outer stimulus to the inner life. The very sensitive blossoms of the chamomile reach the nervous system to calm it without having to pass through the digestive system.