Massage Doula: A Unique Addition to your Pregnancy Care Team. The evidence based benefits of hiring a doula are many, and well known. A massage therapist is a wonderful addition to any maternity care team! But hiring a professional who provides both of those services is a combination of the best of both worlds! Build a Relationship with Your Massage Doula … 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
Coping with Birth Trauma
Help and Resources for Coping with Birth Trauma Are you dealing with Birth Trauma? You are not alone. A recent study found that 9% of new moms are coping with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after their births. Another 26% showed symptoms of Post Trauma. Birth Trauma is whatever it means to you. There is no set circumstance where trauma will … Read More
7 Things Your Massage Therapist Wants You to Know
For people who are new to the concept of therapeutic touch the idea of undressing, getting under a sheet, and having someone touch your skin can be a little unnerving. Many people feel awkward and embarrassed, because they don’t know what to expect. Here are 7 things Your massage therapist wants you to know: Be on time. We are busy, and … Read More
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