The Dalia Clinic

The Dalia Clinic Dr Dalia combines her expertise in Menopause and Cosmetics to offer holistic mind, body and skin well-being treatments in a comfortable and safe space.

💛 Today is R U OK?Day, a national reminder that a simple conversation can make a genuine difference.Midlife often brings...
10/09/2026

💛 Today is R U OK?Day, a national reminder that a simple conversation can make a genuine difference.

Midlife often brings quiet emotional shifts, hormonal changes, family pressures, identity changes, that can be hard to name and even harder to voice.

Checking in with the women around you, and allowing yourself to be checked in on, is an act of care worth prioritising.

You do not need to have the right words. Showing up is often enough.

Source: R U OK?

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

It's Jean Hailes Women's Health Week, a timely reminder that movement doesn't need to be intense to be meaningful.For wo...
08/09/2026

It's Jean Hailes Women's Health Week, a timely reminder that movement doesn't need to be intense to be meaningful.

For women navigating perimenopause and menopause, gentle regular movement such as walking, stretching or swimming can be a welcome part of daily life.

The goal isn't to chase a former fitness level, but to find movement that feels sustainable and enjoyable at this stage of life.

Small, consistent steps often serve us better than short bursts of intensity.

Source: Jean Hailes for Women's Health

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Dr Dalia Ubied practises at Wetherill Park on the first Saturday of each month, and at Double Bay on the second Wednesda...
03/09/2026

Dr Dalia Ubied practises at Wetherill Park on the first Saturday of each month, and at Double Bay on the second Wednesday of each month.

These sessions are offered in addition to her regular clinic days, providing further opportunity for women in these areas to access consultations closer to home.

Appointments can be arranged directly through the clinic in the usual way.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)

This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

September marks Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, a timely moment to reflect on how well we listen to our bodies.Fo...
01/09/2026

September marks Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, a timely moment to reflect on how well we listen to our bodies.

For many women, subtle changes such as bloating, pelvic discomfort or changes in bleeding patterns can be easy to dismiss, especially during the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause.

Understanding what is usual for your body, and noticing what isn't, is one of the most valuable forms of self care.

Regular check ins with your GP remain an important part of women's health at every stage of life.

Source: Cancer Council Australia

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Hormonal change is often associated with menopause, but our hormones actually shift throughout our entire lives, from pu...
27/08/2026

Hormonal change is often associated with menopause, but our hormones actually shift throughout our entire lives, from puberty through pregnancy and into our later years.

Jean Hailes for Women's Health explains that oestrogen and progesterone levels rise and fall at different life stages, with perimenopause and menopause representing some of the more significant shifts.

Seeing menopause as one chapter in a much longer story, rather than an isolated event, can help make sense of the changes many women notice in their 40s and beyond.

Every woman's experience of this journey is her own.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)

This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Source: Jean Hailes for Women's Health. Treatments for menopause and Midlife and menopause. jeanhailes.org.au.

25/08/2026

Brain fog is a commonly reported symptom during the menopause transition. According to the Australasian Menopause Society, this can present as difficulty focusing, distraction, or misplacing items.

Healthdirect notes that brain fog associated with menopause is generally temporary.

For many women, simply knowing that these changes are common, and not a sign of something more serious, can bring some reassurance.

If memory or concentration changes are worrying you, it is always worth raising with your doctor.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Source: Healthdirect Australia. How to combat menopausal brain fog, citing the Australasian Menopause Society.

Thursday the 20th of August marks Daffodil Day, held each year by Cancer Council Australia to reflect on the impact of c...
19/08/2026

Thursday the 20th of August marks Daffodil Day, held each year by Cancer Council Australia to reflect on the impact of cancer across our community.

For many women, this day is a moment to think of family, friends and patients who have faced cancer, and to recognise the resilience so many show.

At The Dalia Clinic, we take this opportunity to acknowledge the strength of the women in our community, and the quiet importance of looking after ourselves and each other.

Wishing everyone touched by this day a moment of quiet reflection.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Source: Cancer Council Australia. Daffodil Day. daffodilday.com.au.

Stress can feel different during perimenopause and menopause, and there is a physiological reason for this.According to ...
18/08/2026

Stress can feel different during perimenopause and menopause, and there is a physiological reason for this.

According to Queensland Health, the body relies on the same building block, a molecule called pregnenolone, to produce both cortisol and s*x hormones such as oestrogen. Under chronic stress, the body may prioritise cortisol production.

This is one reason gentle stress management is often discussed as part of general wellbeing during this life stage.

Understanding the biology behind these changes is often a useful starting point for further reading or discussion with a GP.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Source: Queensland Health. It Can't Hurt To Ask podcast series, Perimenopause part 2, featuring the Australasian Menopause Society.

13/08/2026

Physical activity guidelines for older Australians recommend muscle strengthening activities on at least two days each week, alongside regular movement such as walking or swimming.

Research from the University of New South Wales suggests that older women may benefit from higher overall training volumes, meaning more repetitions across a session, to help support lower body strength as they age.

Staying active looks different for everyone. It might mean carrying the shopping, gardening, or a gentle strength session at home.

Consistency tends to matter more than intensity. Small, regular movement adds up over time.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Source: Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines. UNSW Sydney. S*x differences in adaptations in muscle strength and size following resistance training in older adults. Sports Medicine, 2020.

As we age, our nutritional needs shift. For women over 45, iron, calcium and protein each play a distinct role in suppor...
11/08/2026

As we age, our nutritional needs shift. For women over 45, iron, calcium and protein each play a distinct role in supporting overall health.

According to the Better Health Channel, protein helps build and repair muscle and bone, calcium supports bone strength, and iron helps carry oxygen through the body.

The National Health and Medical Research Council notes that recommended iron intake is around 8mg daily for postmenopausal women, compared to 18mg for women who are still menstruating, reflecting how the body changes across life stages.

A varied diet, guided by your GP or an accredited dietitian, remains a sensible way to meet these needs.

Dr Dalia Ubied
(MBCHB, FRACGP, FACCSM(MED), DCH, FPAA)
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

Source: Better Health Channel, Victorian Government. Nutrition for women. National Health and Medical Research Council. Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand.

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