Yes! It is one of the best ways to support your body as it changes and grows during pregnancy. If you have any pre-existing or new health risks/concerns with this pregnancy, it is best to discuss with your Doctor or Midwife prior to your appointment for reassurance.
Yes. The parents MUST be present for the first treatment with their child. Depending on the age of the child, the therapeutic relationship (rapport and trust built) clear communication and boundaries, the parent may wait for the child outside of the treatment room for future appointments.
Teaching your kids about the importance of self care and wellness is so important, so telling them that they’re going to a Body-Wellness appointment can sometimes be a little more accepted than a Massage! Things they can expect in their first appointment is learning a little about their body and [...]
We meet your child right where they’re at! We don’t expect most kids to lay patiently the entire time! We move with them and follow their lead. Other ways to we can get creative and and help them - Bring a book to read to them Let them choose their [...]
Most children are a little overwhelmed with the thought of taking off their clothes. Wearing a sports bra, tank top, and shorts is a great option for kids, or their bathing suit!
Most patients take off their clothes (leaving on their bottom underwear) and climb under the sheets & blankets. You will be completely covered and strategically draped during your entire session keeping you entirely covered, offering you privacy + safety. However, we can make anything work and do whatever makes the [...]
All ages welcome, from a few weeks old to 90+ years, all bodies can benefit from massage therapy.
Afterschool snack timing can be super tricky, depending on what time you get home, have snack (maybe?) and sit down for supper. Aim to offer protein with the afterschool (or afternoon) snack to keep them full, most snacks are carbohydrate based, and get burned up in a matter of minutes. [...]
Gosh, me too sometimes! Whether it’s habitual, inadequate eating throughout the day, or emotional, eating at night is a very common concern. Often this requires some tweaks in an individual’s feeding routine, some awareness activities for when they are at home, and possibly the support of a mental health professional [...]
Nope! The Canadian Food Guide is a great resource for education and guiding policy and program development in the area of nutrition & food. But for my individual clients, we discuss what makes sense for them on a personal, holistic level.