- Doula Self Care PartyAs doulas, we dedicate ourselves to supporting others during their transformative journeys. Now, it's time to prioritize our own well-being!
Come together with fellow doulas for an evening of relaxation, connection, and self-care practices tailored specifically for us. Let's unwind, recharge, and celebrate the incredible work we do.
What to Expect:
• Ear seeding or ear needles to ease stress, improve sleep, and promote inner peace.
• Informal networking and sharing circles to connect with like-minded colleagues and exchange self-care tips.
• Delicious and nourishing snacks to fuel our bodies and souls.
When: Fridays 3-6 pm
Where: in the office of Suite Six Medical Aesthetics
311 Summer Street Boston, MA 02210
Let's honor ourselves as we honor others. Our work requires planned moments of self-care!
- 3 Secrets for a Positive Birth Experience Backed by ResearchWho else is interested in preparing for a positive birth experience?
Yes, you can prepare for a positive birth experience! Join Jennifer Cahoon, Licensed Acupuncturist and Founder of Acupuncture Center for Women for an educational session on the 3 steps Jennifer took to prepare for a positive birth experience and the research to support it. Jennifer has a special interest in birth work and has been licensed as an acupuncturist since 2008.
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One of the most wonderful things about being an acupuncturist is the ability to stimulate points on my own body when I need to. If I get a headache, or feel a cold coming on, I can always hop up on my table for a quick tune-up with some needles. Even when I’m not at the office, the magic of acupuncture can still work for me – as long as I know where the points are and what they do, I can press on them and get results. continue reading
Extraordinary Vessels – Chong Mai
Most acupuncture points are located on the 12 primary channels that flow along the surface of the body. However, there are eight Extraordinary Vessels that flow more deeply in the body, and are perhaps even more powerful that the 12 primary channels. The Extraordinary Vessels regulate the 12 channels, and are deep lakes of energy, which can feed the 12 primary channels when they are depleted. continue reading
Extraordinary Vessels – Dai Mai
In addition to the 12 main acupuncture meridians that flow along the surface of the body, there are also deeper channels of energy in the body called the Extraordinary Vessels. You can understand the relationship between the primary acupuncture channels and the Extraordinary Vessels by thinking about what happens when it rains: first, small ditches become full – these are the collateral vessels that break off of the 12 main channels. Next, the reservoirs become full, which are the 12 primary channels. When they are full, they overflow into the Extraordinary Vessels, which are deep and vast lakes of energy within the body. continue reading