25 years of experience.
Holistic - Integrative - Intuitive
Massage that meets you where you are.
Massage has been at the heart of my work for more than 25 years. Over that time, I have learned that the most meaningful bodywork doesn't come from choosing the perfect technique from a menu... it comes from listening to the person and the body in front of me.
A Blended Approach to Bodywork
My approach is highly individualized and draws from decades of experience studying various modalities of bodywork, massage therapy, anatomy and physiology, clinical healthcare, holistic practices, and reproductive and maternal health. Sessions may incorporate therapeutic massage, myofascial and neuromuscular techniques, relaxation work, energy work, or other approaches based on your needs and preferences.
You don't need to know which modality to choose when you schedule. We'll talk about what you're experiencing, what you're hoping for from your session, and what feels comfortable to you. From there, I tailor our work together.
"Whether you have been coming to my table for years or are meeting me for the first time, my goal remains the same: to offer skilled, respectful bodywork that feels personal to you."
Massage Services
Mommy & Me Postpartum Massage
“Massage designed to make postpartum a little easier—with your baby close by.”
I recommend booking within the first 2-4 weeks after birth.
This service can be especially supportive during the early postpartum weeks, when finding time to care for yourself can feel particularly difficult.”
Do bring along a car seat or a cozy item for baby to rest in the same room with you. Alternatively, feel free to bring a "baby helper" who can sit with baby in our cozy lounge while you unwind just down the hall (helpers can bring baby to you as needed).
90-Minute Session
More About Pregnancy & Postpartum Massage
I have specialized in pregnancy and postpartum massage in the Toledo, Ohio area for more than two decades. In addition to being a Licensed Massage Therapist, I am a Certified Professional Midwife and Licensed Midwife in Michigan, with extensive education and clinical experience in pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, anatomy, and physiology.
That background shapes the way I approach bodywork during the childbearing year. I understand the normal physical changes of pregnancy, the ways posture and movement shift as your baby grows, and the common discomforts that can develop along the way. I also understand that pregnancy isn't experienced by the body alone. Your comfort, emotional well-being, sense of safety, and preferences matter during every session.
Massage is individualized to your stage of pregnancy, your body, and what you are experiencing that day. Some people come looking for relief from muscle tension and the physical demands of pregnancy. Others may want an opportunity to rest, reconnect with their body, and be cared for.
Postpartum massage offers the same individualized approach while recognizing that recovery, feeding and holding a baby, disrupted sleep, hormonal changes, and the physical work of early parenthood can place entirely new demands on your body.
A Note About Scheduling
I offer massage therapy alongside my work as a practicing midwife. Occasionally, I may be called to attend a birth on short notice.
In the rare event that this impacts a scheduled appointment, I will contact you as soon as possible—either first thing in the morning or at the earliest moment I’m aware of a conflict—to reschedule your session.
If your schedule requires a provider with guaranteed availability, I completely understand and am happy to support you in making the choice that best fits your needs.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding—it allows me to continue supporting clients in both of these meaningful ways.