The alignment of your body matters! When your body is balanced and strong it is more resistant to wear and tear, and less likely to get injured. Here are five things I notice and treat during your massage appointment. Top Five things I notice as a massage therapist: The Spine: Hyperlordosis When viewing the body … Continue reading Five Areas Where your Body Should be Aligned
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Is Your Nervous System Stuck In Stress Mode?
You wake up late for work. Jumping out of bed you throw yourself together and run out the door. The morning commute includes traffic and construction. By the time you get to your office you’re frazzled and stressed. Your stomach growls, reminding you of a skipped breakfast. It will have to wait; you’ve got to … Continue reading Is Your Nervous System Stuck In Stress Mode?
Massage Therapy for Cesarean Scars
In Canada, roughly one out of four women will give birth through their belly, also known as a cesarean birth. However most people don’t talk about some of the unique healing challenges that women face after a cesarean birth. Not being able to lift, and being sent home with ababy and carseat to carry around. … Continue reading Massage Therapy for Cesarean Scars
Busting Three Common Myths About Pregnancy Massage
After massaging hundreds of expectant moms, it’s easy for me to see the benefits that pregnancy massage can have...
So what’s it like being a doula?
So here are some things that go along with my job, the amazing parts as well as the not so amazing parts...
What Are RUMPS?
A RUMP is a Reusable Menstrual Product...Today, reusable products come in the form of menstrual cups and cloth pads. Anything that can be sanitized and reused can fall into this category.
Why “Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby” Needs to Stop
What kind of birthing culture do we live in that these are the words of comfort we give to each other? Why is it that we are so uncomfortable to acknowledge the experiences of our sisters, friends, mothers and daughters?