Coming in April: Aromatherapy in the Childbearing Year workshop
I am pleased to announce that I will be running a workshop on the safe and careful use of aromatherapy in the process of becoming a mother. Each of the three trimesters will be covered as well as childbirth and the postpartum period. Women who are currently expecting or plan [...]
MLMs and Aromatherapy don’t mix
Like oil and water, multi-level marketing doesn't mix well with the holistic practice of aromatherapy. Essential oil therapy is a research-based practice that focuses on supporting emotional and physical wellness through topical and inhaled application of the oils. Less is more in the aromatherapy world, diluted percentages of essential oils [...]
FAQ: Does Reflexology Tickle?
Some feet are a bit more ticklish, and their owners often want to know if Foot Reflexology will tickle. When I am working on the feet I am using moderate pressure techniques to stimulate the reflex points. This pressure is adjusted to the comfort of the client in the chair [...]
Can I put essential oils in the dryer?
Amy, Can I put essential oils in the dryer to scent my sheets and clothes? How much oil should I use and what would I put it on? - H. Essential oils can be flammable in the right conditions so I would use caution adding them to a heated dryer. However, [...]
Benefits of Maternity Reflexology
Reflexology has been around since the days of Cleopatra and the ancient Egyptians. Not to be confused with a foot massage, Reflexology is actually a form of pressure point therapy similar to acupressure. The body is thought to be mirrored on ‘reflex maps’ found on the feet, hands and ears. [...]
Pressure Point Therapies for the Winter Season
Therapeutic touch modalities are used today to bolster the immune system, support weight management, and to help with seasonal affective disorder. Wintertime will challenge the most resilient of bodies with a myriad of hurdles to get through the season. Spending more time indoors puts a great strain on weight [...]