Informal Case Study: Benefit of Massage for Tongue Tied Infant In my experience as a massage therapist I have seen that bodywork therapies such as massage and chiropractic care can be beneficial for newborns who have been diagnosed with tongue tie. Tongue Tie is described as a tight band of tissue or muscular restriction in the mouth that can prevent … Read More
Best Babymoon Romantic Vacation in Oklahoma
The Best Romantic Getaway Vacation Babymoon Spots in Oklahoma In a little while you will be parents, and you deserve a little TLC before your little one is born! Take a romantic babymoon before baby gets here! Sure, you could travel out of state for your babymoon! But who wants to go through security, check bags, and sit on a … Read More
Expecting? Read This Now! Dads at Birth
Why Are Partners At Birth Important? Why Dads Matter! Partners are the missing piece in the modern day birth culture equation. Gone are the days of the nervous fathers pacing the waiting room of the maternity ward with a cigar in their mouth. Partners weren’t always “allowed” to be with the birthing women during labor. This is a relatively new win … Read More
Crazy Pregnancy Symptoms You will Not Believe!
Here Are Some Weird Pregnancy Symptoms You Will Not Believe! Everyone knows about the normal stuff: Like the weird pregnancy cravings, growing belly, and the “morning” sickness. Here are some weird but common pregnancy symptoms. Weird Dreams. Some pregnant women suffer from strange pregnancy dreams. Some sources suggest that vivid dreams occur during pregnancy not because expectant mothers dream more, … Read More
Will You Be Mad If I Get an Epidural?
Will You Be Mad or Disappointed if I Decide to get an Epidural? Designer Doula Perspective. There is a misconception that Doulas are only for unmedicated, natural birthing, hippies! Doulas are very knowledgeable in physiological labor and birth! Many people hire us because they are looking for support through unmedicated labor. But, we are equally valuable during a medicated or cesarean birth! … Read More
Fix Fascial Adhesions from Scars and Injuries
How to Fix Fascial Adhesions from Surgery and Injury Scars When tissue is damaged enough to form a scar, sometimes that scar tissue becomes adhered to other connective tissues. This is called an adhesion. Ideally, your skin should lay smoothly over your connective tissue, and should move fluidly. Adhesions can cause pain, tension and overall dysfunction. When you have an injury to the network of … Read More
What is a Body Melt?
What is a Body Melt? A body melt massage is a combination of passive stretching, acupressure, and neuromuscular therapy, used to target chronic body tensions and pain or problem areas in your body. It is very beneficial to people who have low back pain, sciatica, or general tension in their back. It’s similar to a chiropractic adjustment in that it is … Read More
5 Reasons Why you need a Prenatal Massage!
Massage is wonderful for everyone, but prenatal massage is HEAVEN for expecting moms! Here’s why: 1. Stretch out Tight Muscles and Ligaments. Tight hips, muscles, and ligaments are a common complaint of pregnant women! When you are pregnant your body produces a hormone called relaxin. Relaxin loosens joints and ligaments. In the process, muscles get tight as an over compensation! … Read More