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At Essendon Natural Health, we are dedicated towards inspiring, educating and empowering you to achieve true health.

Our aim is to have you see the right professional who understands your condition inside and out. We have practitioners who specialise in Natural Fertility & IVF support, Women’s Health & Pregnancy Care, Digestive Health, Weight Loss, Pain & Injury Management, and Emotional Health Support. Our specialised service draws on timed tested traditional natural therapies combined with the latest scientific research, investigations and testing. We offer a range of natural treatments to achieve these goals including Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Herbal medicine (both Chinese and Western traditions), Osteopathy, evidence based Naturopathy, Massage Therapy, Holistic Healing, and Hypnotherapy. If you would like to make an appointment to see one of our healthcare professionals, please contact our friendly reception staff on 03 9337 8572. Our Reception is open

Monday 12:00 - 6:00pm
Tuesday 10:00 - 4:00pm
Wednesday 10:00 - 4:00pm
Thursday 10:00 - 7:00pm
Friday 10:00 - 4:00pm
Saturday 9:00 - 12:00pm

29/10/2026

Based on recent research, when and how often acupuncture is used alongside IVF could make a difference.

Systematic reviews found that a structured course of care in the months leading up to a cycle was more likely to show benefits than acupuncture sessions around transfer day alone.
This research doesn’t mean acupuncture makes a difference for everyone.

It’s also important to speak with your medical specialists before exploring options to support your IVF journey.

If you’re curious to learn more about how acupuncture might work alongside IVF, head to our blog where we’ve broken down the latest research: www.essendonnaturalhealth.com.au/acupuncture-ivf-research-update-2026/

Individual results vary. This is general information and not a substitute for individualised medical advice.

27/10/2026

IVF can ask a lot of a person. Between appointments, medications and blood tests, there can also be a lot of waiting and hoping during your fertility journey.

Acupuncture is a holistic practice often used alongside IVF as a complementary support, not a substitute for your medical fertility care.

Choosing a qualified, registered acupuncturist with the right experience means your sessions are more likely to be tailored to you and where you are in your fertility journey.

If you’re considering acupuncture during IVF, here are three things worth looking for in a practitioner:

✨ Relevant experience

✨ Proper registration

✨ Willingness to collaborate

At ENH, our acupuncturists work alongside your GP and fertility specialist, combining modern research with time-tested natural medicine.

Robert has almost two decades of experience in the IVF space and works closely with Alicia to support patients through fertility care and IVF.

If you have any specific medical concerns, chat with your fertility specialist before starting acupuncture.

Book a fertility appointment with us on our website or call (03) 9337 8572 to speak with our friendly reception team: www.essendonnaturalhealth.com.au

25/10/2026

Say hi to our new acupuncturist, Maya Troon 👋

Maya discovered Chinese medicine through her own health experiences at a young age and was drawn to its whole-person view that focuses on understanding underlying patterns rather than just the symptoms in isolation.

She’s an advocate for preventive care, tailoring her approach to each person and empowering them to better understand their health.

While Maya enjoys the breadth of general practice, she has a special interest in women’s health through different stages of life. She’s particularly passionate about menstrual health, pelvic pain, fertility, menopause, pregnancy and postnatal care.

She is also trained in Kiiko-style acupuncture, which uses palpation-based diagnosis and gentle needling techniques.

Maya will be with us while Clara is on maternity leave.

You can see Maya every Monday and Wednesday. Visit our website or call us on (03) 9337 8572 to book an appointment.

22/10/2026

Preparing your body for conception might often involve a combination of different factors.

A natural health approach could play a supportive role in the lead-up to and during your fertility journey, complementing your conventional medical care rather than replacing it.

Our qualified practitioners take a whole-person approach to preconception health by taking the time to first understand the factors that may influence your fertility and overall wellbeing.

These contributing factors can include hormonal balance, cycle regularity, nutrition and stress.

Because fertility involves both partners, we also encourage couples to think about preconception care together.

We’re here to help you feel more informed and in control of a process that can often feel out of your hands.

If you’d like to learn more about how a natural approach could fit alongside your care, visit our website or call our friendly reception team on (03) 9337 8572 to book an appointment.

Individual results vary. This is general information and not a substitute for individualised medical advice.

20/10/2026

If you’ve been trying for a baby and experiencing difficulty conceiving, it can feel isolating and worrying.

This experience is more common than many people realise, and it’s often a combination of smaller factors influencing each other.

Contributing factors may include irregular ovulation, timing within the fertile window, s***m quality, age, hormonal or thyroid imbalances and lifestyle factors.

Here are some steps that could support you and your partner’s chances of conceiving:

✔️ Maintaining good nutrition and a healthy weight

✔️ Incorporating regular movement into your routine

✔️ Reducing alcohol and avoiding smoking

✔️ Getting to know your cycle

✔️ Managing stress

Alongside your medical care, our practitioners might be able to support you on your fertility journey through acupuncture, naturopathy and nutritional medicine, tailored to your goals.

Visit our blog to learn more about common fertility issues and the next steps that could be right for you.

Individual results vary. This is general information and not a substitute for individualised medical advice.

18/10/2026

A note that Robert Gentile will be away from Friday 23rd October and will return to the clinic on Tuesday 10th November.

While he’s away, Alicia, Clara and Maya will be here to continue care for his patients across any fertility, IVF, pregnancy and women’s health concerns.

If you have any questions about your upcoming appointment, our friendly reception team is here to help. Give us a call today on (03) 9337 8572.

17/10/2026

Menopause is a natural transition that every woman experiences, yet there is still a lot of stigma surrounding it.

This World Menopause Day is a chance to raise awareness of how menopause and perimenopause can bring a range of physical and emotional changes, including hot flushes, disrupted sleep, fatigue, brain fog and shifts in mood.

At Essendon Natural Health, we focus on women’s health through a holistic approach that draws on both East Asian and Western traditions of medicine.

Our practitioners take the time to understand how hormones, sleep, stress, nutrition and lifestyle could be influencing each other.

We work alongside your GP and health care team to provide personalised care that helps support you physically and emotionally through every stage of life.

To learn how natural medicine could complement your care, visit our website or call us on (03) 9337 8572 to book an appointment.

Individual results vary. This is general information and not a substitute for individualised medical advice.

13/10/2026

We have some exciting news to share from our team!

Our acupuncturist and herbalist, Clara Kim, will be away on maternity leave from November and will return to the clinic in 2027.

Inspired by her own healing journey with acupuncture, Clara is a caring second-generation Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner with a special interest in women’s health. This includes menstrual health, fertility, pregnancy support, menopause and mental health concerns.

While Clara is away, Robert and Alicia will be here to continue your care, so you’ll be in experienced and familiar hands.

If you’d like to see Clara before she heads off on leave, make sure to book your appointment before Wednesday 28th October.

Visit our website or call us on (03) 9337 8572 to book your appointment today: www.essendonnaturalhealth.com.au

We wish Clara all the joy for this special new chapter, and we can’t wait to welcome her back next year! 🤍

12/10/2026

Every fertility journey is different, and having the right support around you can make a real difference.

Discover how acupuncture and natural medicine could complement your fertility or IVF care at Essendon Natural Health.

If you’re not sure what to expect, your first appointment usually begins with understanding your health history, reviewing any relevant test results and talking through your goals. Where relevant, this includes both partners.

From there, your practitioner may create a tailored plan that could include gentle acupuncture, dietary and lifestyle guidance, and natural supplements or herbal medicine aligned with your goals.
We regularly work alongside gynaecologists, obstetricians and reproductive specialists, so your natural care supports the medical care you’re already receiving.

All individuals and couples undergoing assisted fertility care are warmly welcome.

Call us on (03) 9337 8572 or visit our website to book a fertility appointment with Robert, Clara or Alicia: www.essendonnaturalhealth.com.au/fertility-acupuncture/

08/10/2026

As parents, it's easy to get caught up in the busyness of life as you settle back into routine after the school holidays.

Your own health can quickly fall down the list of priorities, and it's easy to rely on quick at-home solutions that might only provide short-term relief.

At Essendon Natural Health, we're the home of natural medicine in Melbourne's inner north-west, taking an integrative approach to health care by combining evidence-based research with traditional practices.

We work alongside your GP and health care team to help support you to feel more balanced and present for yourself and your family.

If you're unsure where to begin with natural health care, you can find plenty of resources on our blog or call us on (03) 9337 8572 to speak with our friendly reception team about which approach might be right for you: www.essendonnaturalhealth.com.au/

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187 Buckley Street
Essendon, VIC
3040

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 3pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 3pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Website

http://www.essendonnaturalhealth.com.au/

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