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23/10/2026

Most of us think of oestrogen and progesterone as “cycle hormones.” But they also talk to your immune system, all day, every day.

When oestrogen and progesterone are steady, they help keep immune responses balanced. They support the cells that tell your immune system when to calm down.

In perimenopause, that steadiness goes. Progesterone usually falls first, and oestrogen starts to swing: high one month, low the next. The immune system notices. With less of that calming signal, it can lean towards a more inflammatory state.

This may help explain why:
🔹 Around 4 in 5 people with autoimmune conditions are women
🔹 That difference between men and women appears after puberty, when s*x hormones rise
🔹 Many women notice new symptoms, flares or diagnoses in their 40s, such as joint pain, thyroid changes, gut flare-ups or skin issues
🔹 Conditions like rheumatoid arthritis often change around other big hormonal shifts too, like after pregnancy

Hormones aren’t the whole story. Chronic stress disrupts your cortisol rhythm, and cortisol is one of the body’s main anti-inflammatory signals. Gut health, sleep and nutrient status (vitamin D, iron, selenium, omega-3s) all affect how your immune system copes with change.

At Wellthy, we look at the whole picture: hormones, stress, gut, nutrition and how your body is moving. Then we work out what’s actually driving your symptoms.

If you are in your 40s and your body suddenly feels like it’s working against you, it may not be in your head. It may be your immune system adjusting to a new hormonal landscape.

📍 Wellthy Clinic, Marylebone
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20/10/2026

Worried about a flat spot on your baby’s head?

Maybe you noticed it while stroking their hair. Or you’ve realised they always turn their head the same way, in every photo, every nap and every feed. It’s natural to worry.

It’s really common. Babies spend a lot of time on their backs, and if one side feels more comfortable, they keep going back to it. A tight neck, a tricky position in the womb or a long birth can play a part. Many parents tell me they’ve tried moving toys and switching sides of the cot, and the head still swings back.

You’re right to pay attention. Noticing early is a good thing.

I’m Matthew, an osteopath for 10 years with specialist training in Paediatric Osteopathy. Babies and children are the part of my work I love most.

At your first appointment, we take a full history. Then we look gently at how your baby moves their head, neck and body, and how they lie, feed and play. If anything needs checking with your GP or health visitor, we’ll tell you. We’ll also show you simple things to try at home, and you’ll stay with your baby the whole time.

If this sounds like your little one, come and see us in Marylebone. Book through the link in our bio, or message us with any questions first.

18/10/2026

It’s World Menopause Day, so let’s talk about the aches nobody warns you about.

“I used to be able to do anything. Now I get up from the sofa and something hurts.”

I hear some version of this almost every week. Usually from women in their 40s and 50s who have exercised all their lives and can’t work out what’s changed.

Hips that ache after a walk. A stiff back first thing. Feeling a bit unsteady. Training as hard as ever and getting less out of it.

A lot of this is hormonal. Oestrogen does far more than we were ever told. It supports your joints, muscles, bones, and how quickly you recover. When it starts dropping, the old routine often stops working, and pushing harder usually makes things worse, not better.

I’ve been teaching Pilates for 19 years and working as an osteopath for 10, alongside my nutrition work. Perimenopause is where all three meet, and it’s honestly one of my favourite things to work on.

The Pilates we do at the clinic isn’t about a flat stomach. We build strength and flexibility that protect your bones and joints, help you move freely again, and build balance you’ll be grateful for at 70.

We always start by looking at how you move, so we build sessions around you rather than a class plan.

If this sounds familiar, come and see us for a Move Well Session. It’s £75 (normally £95) and includes a health questionnaire, a movement assessment and a 1:1 session in Marylebone (offer valid until Christmas 2026).

Link’s in my bio.

15/10/2026

01/08/2026

People often ask us why we don’t offer group Reformer Pilates.

The answer is not because we don’t like group classes; it’s mainly about a conscious clinical choice.

From the day we opened Wellthy Clinic, we have believed that Pilates works best when it’s tailored to the individual in front of you. It’s a philosophy we have never moved away from, even though it would undoubtedly be easier and more profitable to fill a room with Reformers.

For us, that’s never been the goal.

People come to us with different bodies, different injuries, different strengths and different reasons for being here.

One person might be recovering from a back injury. Another wants to get stronger. Someone else has neck pain, hypermobility, arthritis, or simply feels stiff after years at a desk.

Every session we teach is individual because every body is individual.

Before we think about exercises, we think about you, how you move, what’s holding you back and what your body needs today.

Some sessions are challenging. Others are slower. Sometimes we spend the whole hour improving one movement because that’s what’s going to make the biggest difference.

Private Pilates isn’t just about exclusivity. It’s also about precision. It’s about giving every person the time, attention and clinical reasoning they deserve.

There are some brilliant group Reformer classes in London, and for many people they are a great fit.

They are simply not our philosophy.

If you are looking for Pilates that’s designed around your body, we’d love to welcome you.

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07/07/2026

Not all arthritis is the same, and that matters for how we approach movement. 🦴

Osteoarthritis (OA) involves the gradual breakdown of the cartilage cushioning the joint, alongside low-grade inflammation within the joint itself. Movement here is often about building support around the joint, with steady, controlled work that helps the joint feel more stable and function more efficiently. Also, gentle mobility work helps maintain synovial fluid exchange that keeps the joint fed, as cartilage has no direct blood supply and relies on joint movement to stay nourished.

Autoimmune arthritis (like rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis) is different, the immune system mistakenly attacks the joint lining itself, causing more pronounced, systemic inflammation. Appropriately dosed movement is now understood to support joint function without accelerating damage, alongside broader benefits for bone density and cardiovascular health, both of which can be affected by autoimmune arthritis and its management. Here, movement needs to be more responsive: gentle on flare days, building capacity on good days, always working with what the joint is telling you.

This is where personalised Clinical Pilates really comes into its own. Rather than following a standard class, every one-to-one session is adapted to your type of arthritis, your symptoms and how your body feels that day, helping you move with greater confidence, build strength safely and support your joints without unnecessary strain.

Living with arthritis? Your osteopath, or rheumatologist, is always the best starting point for a plan tailored to you.

💬 📍 Wellthy Clinic, Marylebone

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12/06/2026

01/06/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Cecilia to our team! 🎉

Cecilia began practising classical ballet from a young age and experienced injuries from her teenage years due to the physical demands of ballet training. This inspired her to explore rehabilitation-based movement practices, including Pilates, Gyrotonic, and Yoga. Through her own healing journey, she developed a deep passion for helping others improve their physical health, movement, and overall well-being.

Trained in New York and Hong Kong, Cecilia brings 20 years of experience teaching Pilates and Gyrotonic across both mat and apparatus. Her teaching approach focuses on rehabilitation, posture alignment, core stability, strength, flexibility, breathwork, and mindful movement, supporting clients of all levels from injury recovery to overall wellness and performance enhancement.

Dedicated to continuous learning, Cecilia has expanded her expertise through advanced studies in CranioSacral Therapy, Kundalini Yoga, Barre, Vipassana Meditation, and Sound Healing, as well as training with internationally respected teachers. She believes that developing body awareness and balanced movement is essential for long-term physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Cecilia is available to teach 1:1 and 2:1 sessions at Wellthy Clinic on Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8am-2pm.

✨ We can’t wait for you to meet her! Book our Intro Offer session with Cecilia and experience her insightful approach to Pilates ✨

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