How Do We Promote Healthy Eating Without Promoting Diet Culture?
Diet culture. I grew up with it and you likely did too. Growing up and well into my 20's, I thought my body should look different than it...
Can an RN practice Functional Medicine?
When I began nursing school, I knew I wasn't going to be a traditional nursing student or nurse. I knew that I viewed medicine and...
Discs, Cups, and Period Panties...Oh My!
In recent years, reusable menstrual products have become increasingly popular due to environmental impact, reduction in toxin exposure,...
Why I Won't Go Rogue
People are getting antsy and frustrated. I get messages frequently asking if I am open or when I will re-open. Some small businesses...
Do I Offer Cupping?
Cupping has become quite popular in the last several years. Olympians are seen with cup marks on their backs, many who receive it rave...
The Power of Touch
Tonight as I was laying in bed with my 4 year old son, I was reminded about how badly we need touch. I was on my own for bedtime tonight...
Labor Stimulation Massage: What, How and Why?
Several months ago I began offering labor stimulation massage sessions. You may ask what is that, how is it different than a regular...
Caring for the Caregiver
One of the greatest privileges I have a massage therapist is to care for those who are caring for loved ones. When a caregiver comes in...
Pain Free Deep Tissue, What?!
If you are like most people, the words "deep tissue" and "pain free" don't usually go hand in hand. Deep tissue is usually synonymous...
I Am Not Inconvenienced by Your Birth
Whenever I get a call in the middle of the night, or a labor ends up being long, the mother typically feels the need to apologize for...
