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.

Sydney winters are mild, but shorter days and less sunlight can quietly shift our routines.In midlife, vitamin D is wort...
18/06/2026

Sydney winters are mild, but shorter days and less sunlight can quietly shift our routines.

In midlife, vitamin D is worth keeping in mind. It plays a role in calcium absorption and bone health, and sunlight remains one of the most natural ways the body maintains adequate levels.

Winter can be a gentle prompt to notice sleep, movement, and nourishment habits. Small, consistent choices tend to be the ones that stick.

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: Australasian Menopause Society. Menopause and Bone Health fact sheet. menopause.org.au

Difficulty finding words. Walking into a room and forgetting why. A sense that your thinking has shifted. These are expe...
16/06/2026

Difficulty finding words. Walking into a room and forgetting why. A sense that your thinking has shifted. These are experiences many women describe during perimenopause, and they are commonly dismissed.

Cognitive changes during hormonal transition are well documented. Oestrogen plays a role in neurotransmitter function, memory consolidation, and attention. As levels fluctuate, some women notice a temporary change in cognitive clarity.

For many women, these changes ease as hormones stabilise. Knowing there is a physiological basis can itself be reassuring.

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: Maki PM, Jaff NG. Brain fog in menopause: a healthcare professional's guide for decision-making and counselling on cognition. Climacteric.

Bone loss during menopause is one of the most clinically significant changes women face, yet it occurs without any sympt...
11/06/2026

Bone loss during menopause is one of the most clinically significant changes women face, yet it occurs without any symptoms until a fracture happens.

The average woman loses up to 10% of her bone mass in the first five years after menopause. Data from Healthy Bones Australia suggest that 27% of women aged 60 and over are osteoporotic and 51% are osteopaenic.

Weight-bearing exercise, adequate dietary calcium (1300mg daily for women over 50), and sufficient vitamin D all play a role in supporting bone density. A conversation with your doctor about your individual risk is a worthwhile starting point.

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: Australasian Menopause Society. Osteoporosis information sheet. menopause.org.au; Healthy Bones Australia. Menopause and Bone Health fact sheet. 2024.

Many women arrive at a menopause consultation having quietly managed their symptoms for years, often attributing them to...
09/06/2026

Many women arrive at a menopause consultation having quietly managed their symptoms for years, often attributing them to stress or the pace of life.

A consultation is simply a space to look at the full picture.

Every woman's experience is different, and so is her health picture.

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

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

04/06/2026

Waking at 2am. Trouble settling. Waking unrefreshed. These are patterns many women in midlife recognise.

Research confirms that more than 40% of perimenopausal women report sleep problems. The reasons are physiological. Fluctuations in oestrogen and progesterone affect sleep quality, while vasomotor symptoms can disrupt sleep. Circadian changes and decreased melatonin production further exacerbate these disturbances.

Sleep disruption during this stage is not a personal failing. It is a recognised feature of hormonal transition, and it warrants the same attention as any other symptom.

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: Troìa L et al. Sleep Disturbance and Perimenopause: A Narrative Review. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Many women arrive at this stage of life without realising their symptoms began years before their last period.Perimenopa...
02/06/2026

Many women arrive at this stage of life without realising their symptoms began years before their last period.

Perimenopause is the transitional phase that leads to menopause. It can begin in a woman's early to mid-forties and is characterised by fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone levels. This hormonal shifting, not menopause itself, is often what drives early symptoms such as irregular cycles, disrupted sleep and mood changes.

Understanding where you are in this transition is the first step to navigating it well. You do not need to wait for things to become difficult to seek information.

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: Australasian Menopause Society. Perimenopause fact sheet. menopause.org.au

Expanding our consulting locationsAs our community continues to grow, we’re pleased to share that Dr Dalia is now consul...
28/05/2026

Expanding our consulting locations

As our community continues to grow, we’re pleased to share that Dr Dalia is now consulting from an additional location in Double Bay.

This allows us to offer greater flexibility for women seeking personalised menopause and wellbeing care across Sydney.

Current consulting locations and days:

• Bondi Junction — Tuesdays & Saturdays
• Double Bay — Wednesdays
• Wetherill Park — Saturdays

You may select your preferred location when booking via our website.

Consultations are provided by Dr Dalia Ubied (MBChB, FRACGP, FACCSM (Med), DCH, FPAA).

Menopause involves the natural decline of reproductive hormones, leading to symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, moo...
26/05/2026

Menopause involves the natural decline of reproductive hormones, leading to symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.

These symptoms vary widely among women, and feeling informed about what to expect can make this transition feel a little less uncertain.

Knowing when to seek support is part of caring for yourself well.

Source: Jean Hailes for Women's Health

Becoming familiar with your own breasts is an important part of maintaining your health. A monthly self-check can help y...
21/05/2026

Becoming familiar with your own breasts is an important part of maintaining your health.

A monthly self-check can help you notice changes over time. The best time is a few days after your period ends, when breasts are usually less tender.
Gently feel each breast and underarm for any new lumps, thickening, or texture changes.

Also look for differences in shape, skin appearance, or ni**le discharge.
If you notice something unusual, speak with your doctor for assessment. Most changes are not serious, but regular checking means any concerns can be addressed early.

Source: Healthdirect 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.

During midlife, many women notice shifts in how they experience and respond to everyday stress.Research suggests that ho...
19/05/2026

During midlife, many women notice shifts in how they experience and respond to everyday stress.

Research suggests that hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause may influence mood, sleep quality, and a sense of overall wellbeing.

These are areas where oestrogen is thought to play a role, though individual experiences vary considerably.

When sleep is disrupted and energy levels shift, the demands of daily life can feel different to how they once did. This is a recognised part of the hormonal transition, not a personal failing.

Understanding what may be contributing to these changes is often the first step toward greater self-awareness and informed conversations with a trusted 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: Australasian Menopause Society
Source: Jean Hailes for Women's Health

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