Is massage safe in your first trimester of pregnancy
I recently had a Mama contact me and ask me if I could massage her at just 6 weeks pregnant. After a quick chat to determine her health, her pregnancy right now and any pregnancy history I felt comfortable in my reply. "Yes you can have a massage" I told her. "Massage can be so beneficial for you in pregnancy, and the sooner, the better" I told her. Her husband had attempted to ring around and book her a day spa treatment including massage and was told by many places: "NO. We do not massage unti…
What Mums really want this Mothers Day
Is pregnancy massage right for you?
How one overwhelmed mum became my greatest teacher
Yes I was excited – there would be two sets of twins! – but I also knew I needed to keep my nerves in check. After all, the parents in the room were facing the overwhelming yet beautiful experience of welcoming a new baby into their lives. As I remembered my own experience of becoming a mum, I felt that my nerves seemed almost trivial in comparison.
I was…
Being healthy is so much more than just not being sick. Are you ready for a holistic health audit?
It is Women's Health week, so what better time to remind you to look after your health. And I am not just talking about taking your vitamins and wearing your mask so you don't get sick. Nooooo
Being healthy is SO MUCH MORE than just not being sick! It is a holistic thing. It is about caring for ALL aspects of your life. It is about leaning in and asking for or accepting help in any parts that need a little support. It is about looking after YOU and honouring every part of your life.
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