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?
Pain After Pregnancy, What’s Normal, What’s Not
I’m here to talk about something that isn’t often discussed. Pain after pregnancy. We’ve all heard of pain during pregnancy; the long sleepless nights, the back pain, sciatica, being unable to touch your toes as your belly stretches to accommodate a small human, the list goes on. Then your baby is born and there’s … Continue reading Pain After Pregnancy, What’s Normal, What’s Not
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...