Tip #1-Have someone on your “birth team” who knows acupressure. Anyone can learn acupressure, but most likely this person would be a doula, massage therapist, midwife, or birth partner. Acupressure has been shown to decrease pain during labor. Neurologically, the brain can only comprehend one type … [Read more...] about Tips for having your best possible birth experience – TIP # 1
Natures First Aid Kit
Natures First Aid Kit Our health food and grocery stores shelves are lined with many different supplements and medicines – trying to determine what to take can be overwhelming. There are many choices that extend beyond the supplement aisle! There is much to learn about the food universe – even … [Read more...] about Natures First Aid Kit
Inspiring Fertility Testimonial!
Infertility is a very misunderstood disease. Nobody talks about it and many people ignorantly think that stress alone causes it. We've found that stress can definitely worsen the condition, but that there are also very physical manifestati...ons of infertility that reach beyond the emotional … [Read more...] about Inspiring Fertility Testimonial!
Monica Mae Leibson teaches Acupressure for Labor Support
PRESS RELEASE MONICA MAE LEIBSON, DIPL. AC. TEACHES ACUPRESSURE FOR LABOR SUPPORT TO BIRTH DOULAS Date: Monday May 6, 2013 Time: 7-8:30 PM Location: Center for the Childbearing Year Special Guest: Monica Mae Leibson, Dipl. Ac., Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula Ms. Leibson earned her … [Read more...] about Monica Mae Leibson teaches Acupressure for Labor Support
The Power of Intention
Acupuncture is, among many things, a transfer of energy. When we needle a point, we are using the needle to active the acupuncture point’s unique function. Each acupuncture treatment is a combination of points that are used to treat each person's Chinese medical pathology. However, I have found … [Read more...] about The Power of Intention
Making Friends with Our Emotions: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
As acupuncturists, we spend time with our clients not only to assess their physical symptoms but also to understand their emotional landscape. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), emotions are an essential part of the diagnostic process. Emotions impact our physical health, and in turn, our … [Read more...] about Making Friends with Our Emotions: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
