Lady Le Harle

Hello there:) I used to have re-ocurring bladder and kidney infections. From time to time I still get the odd ‘sting’ in the morning if I have not had enough fluids the day before, or if I allow myself to feel emotionally/physically drained by others. It never seems to develop into a full blown uti anymore though – it seems to act as a warning bell to change something in my life/mind. So, here is me action plan list:) - DRINK FLUIDS (pure water, diluted apple cider vinegar, various teas help – nettle, pau d’arco, yarrow, Horesetail – basically anything that is a diuretic but is non acidic will help your bladder to flush things out) Do not, I repeat!!!! DO NOT drink commercial cranberry juice. It is loaded with sugar (which leads me to my next point) sugar feeds the bacteria clinging to your bladder. - CUT OUT ADDED SUGARS IMMEDIATELY, just for a small time until things are back on track. A small amount of fruit like apples and pears is ok. Eat Celery, parsely, raw garlic (lots), raw ginger (lots) -AVOID COFFEE, CHILLI, COMMERCIAL CHOCOLATE, highly acidic foods, heavy, spicy and fatty foods too. These will strain your system and feed the stinging feeling that is going on. Opt for more peaceful, diuretic, soothing and calming foods, also go with your intuition on what to put in your mouth:)

- If you can get some, massage your bladder area and your back area around your kidneys with diluted juniper berry essential oil, and/or bergamot oil. The Juniper oil really helped me. I ended up putting a few drops in a handful of carrier oil or body moisturiser and massaging my whole body and then getting into bed and resting for as long as possible. You need to rest and keep warm in order for your immune system to kick back in. Try to prop your body up a little as lying on your back allows the bacteria to spread upwards faster. - WATCH FUNNY MOVIES!!!!! Laugh as much as you possible can. In bed under a cosy blanket is the best place to do this. If you can, try not to be busy and get on with things, rest rest rest:) - FEEL AS IF THE HEALING IS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW. Imagine love and all things good being allowed to enter your bladder and show the bacteria who is boss!! I close my eyes and allow my mind to wander into thankfulness, that my body is so good and strong and for the amazing healing that is happening right now. It makes me feel much better.

I hope this helps! I am always here is you need anymore advice. I used to cry evertime I got one as they used to come everyweek when I was a teenager at school, I would bleed and end up in the emergency ward sometimes if it spread to my kidneys, was constantly on antibiotics, and felt as if my life was controlled by my weak bladder. UNTIL!!! I took control of my health. The minor tingles come few and far between and I am glad to say that I havent had a uti in years.

Love and hugs and good vibes being sent from New Zealand. Rebecca. Xx