The definitions of health and well-being for each person are just as unique as each family. Pregnancy and childbirth is a normal, natural and unique part of life. I can assist you and your family in decreasing the discomfort both physical and emotional that often accompany this process.
I want you to feel comfortable asking any and all questions you may have regarding your health and the health of your baby. We are working together to help you meet your goals. The treatments I offer are a combination of my training in acupuncture, herbology, homeopathy, massage therapy, maya abdominal massage, childbirth education and labor assistance.
Potential Benefits of Pregnancy Massage Include:
- Decrease in physical discomfort
- Back, Neck, Leg, Sciatic Pain
- Decreased nausea, vomiting
- Increased circulation
- Decreased feelings of Stress!
- Decrease in edema/swelling
- Improved birth outcomes
- An increase in oxygen and nutrients to the cells of mother and fetus; which means mom has more energy and fetus receives better nourishment
- Stabilizing hormone levels
- Extra support and education for new mothers
- Preparation and alignment of the pelvis before birth
- Softening of muscle and facial tissue which may fight stretch marks