The Chill Massage Mentor

We tend to take our feet for granted but they do so much for us! Today I had the pleasure of talking with Amy Chapman, a Certified Pedorthist from Stand Your Ground Kingston. We chat about what a perdorthist does and all the ways that they can help you put your best foot forward. If you've ever wondered about getting orthotics or deal with foot pain regularly this is the episode for you. Amy covers some common foot issues like bunions and plantar fasciiatis. She also talks about all the ways that pedorthists can help you with your footwear- from braces, compression stockings, custom orthotics, and even customizing the shoes you already own! 

To find out more about orthotics, check out http://standyourground.ca/

Today Edina and I 'Do the Death Thing' and explore what it means to be a full spectrum and death doula. 

**Trigger warning for our lovely listeners; In this episode we cover sensitive topics like death, the loss of pregnancy and infants, as well as the loss of loved ones. So if this episode isn't for you feel free to explore our other episodes, or catch us in the next one!

Edina's wonderful personality is evident as she explains what a full spectrum doula does and how she helps support people. We talk about grief and what it means to walk hand in hand with your grief. We also touch a bit on how grief has effected us throughout the pandemic near the end of the episode. 

Are you struggling with a loss or how to manage your own grief? You can work with Edina here: https://www.dinathedoula.com/

In this short episode I talk about weighted blankets. Do they really offer up an amazing, restful sleep? Is sleeping under something heavy really that beneficial, or is it just a bunch of dead weight? 

Today I go over the pros and cons of weighted blankets, some research that has been done on their effects, and possible uses in this short bonus episode. 

Have you ever wanted to slow down and get back in touch with nature? Forget about your worries for a while and just be? Well then this is the episode for you. In today's interview I had the pleasure of talking with Claire Beach, a certified nature and forest therapy guide and owner of Amongst the Trees Forest Therapy . Claire offers guided sessions through the natural scapes of Kingston to explore our connection to nature and ourselves. Join us as she describes how forest therapy has changed her life for the better and how she is helping others tune in to mother earth. We chat about what forest therapy is, what to expect on a guided walk, and how nature therapy is such an important part of our everyday health.  

Want to learn more or book a private or group session with Claire? Check out https://www.amongthetreesforesttherapy.com/ to learn more, or follow on instagram @amongthetreesft

I'm so excited to introduce you guys to Aimee Shaw, a registered acupuncturist and chiropractor. Today Aimee focuses on her work as a acupuncturist and we delve into the benefits of acupuncture for your health. Aimee's passion for her work is obvious as we explore a wide variety of topics; from how acupuncture works, what she is noticing in her practice during the pandemic, conditions that acupuncture can help with, and additional tools that she can use during her treatments. If you've ever been interested in exploring acupuncture this is the episode for you! 

Want to work with Aimee or get in touch? You can do so by visiting her website at https://www.evergreenacukingston.com/

Have you ever thought about doing prenatal yoga? This is the episode for you! Today I chat with Ulanda who is an amazing prenatal yoga instructor and doula. She brings her knowledge of the birthing person's body to her yoga practice which is so helpful and informative! Some topics she covered today were how prenatal yoga can help set you up for your birthing experience through proper breathing, pushing, and labor positions. She also shared with me how she is offering prenatal yoga classes virtually in order to help support everyone throughout this pandemic. 

Want to try prenatal yoga from the comfort of your own home and in a welcome non-judgemental space? To sign up or learn more email Ulanda at [email protected] or check out the awesome instagram page @naturesblessingsdoula 

Did you know that massage therapy has a ton of benefits for your mental health? In today's episode I chat with my co-worker Annemarie Payette about how massage therapy can be part of your overall care plan. Want to learn about the science of physical touch? Then this is the episode for you. We chat about the hormone response to physical touch, the nervous system's response to getting a massage, and how relaxation massage is so much more than just about relaxing! We also go over how we create a welcoming and non-judgmental space for those going through mental health struggles- which is so common right now in the pandemic! 

Want to book online with Annemarie? You can visit our website at www.greenhavenmassagekingston.com and book an appointment online! 

Hey Kingstonians! Did you know that occupational therapy can be super helpful with pre and postnatal health? In this episode I chat with Amanda Hall, owner of Willow Tree Family OT just that. We chat about healing post caesarean, postnatal mental health, prepping for the postpartum period and more! 

Want to work with Amanda? Check out her website at https://www.willowfamilyot.com/ Currently virtual support is available, and during non-lockdowns in person support can be facilitated for those who need it. Amanda also offers virtual  groups for moms in her weekly Mother's Gathering if you are looking to connect and find support!