Massage & Yoga Therapies for Womens Health, Pregnancy, Birth, Babies & Beyond.
Small classes, designed to provide a safe, calm and nurturing environment, in which to embrace the physical and emotional changes of womens cyclical rhythms, pregnancy, birth and the transition into motherhood...
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| Contact Name | Leah Palmer-Johnstone |
| Address | Suite 201a, Level 2, 'Medici Medical Centre',
15 Scott STREET
Toowoomba
Queensland 4350 |
| Mobile | 0408 204 522 |
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SERVICES
THERAPIES FOR PREGNANCY
* PRE-NATAL YOGA
* PREGNANCY MASSAGE
* MATERNITY REFLEXOLOGY
* BIRTH COMPANION (DOULA)
POST-NATAL THERAPIES
* MUMS & BUBS YOGA
* REMEDIAL/RELAXATION MASSAGE
* REFLEXOLOGY
THERAPIES FOR WOMENS HEALTH
* REMEDIAL MASSAGE
* RELAXATION MASSAGE
* REFLEXOLOGY
OTHER SERVICES
* BIRTHSKILLS CLASSES FOR WOMEN AND/OR COUPLES
* STOCKIST FOR 'BELLYBAG' AND 'REVOLUTION MAMA' MATERNITY PILLOW
*PROMOTES 'SECRETSCENT' ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PREGNANCY, BIRTH & MUMS & BABIES
PRE-NATAL YOGA
Anytime from 12 weeks of your pregnancy, is a good time to start. Yoga can be practiced, with gentler variations up until or beyond your due date. It is recommended that yoga practice not be commenced, without previous yoga experience, in the last stages of pregnancy.
The classes are small with a maximum of 13, to ensure that each posture (asana) is approached consciously and therefore safely.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN A CLASS...
The Pre-natal Yoga classes run for 1 1/2 hours.
This begins with Pranayama - Breath Awareness, then gentle stretching, asana (postures) that focus on developing strength and flexibility and body awareness. This increases blood flow to cells, tissue, muscles and organs, creating suppleness, strength and calmness, through ease and gentle flow of the breath. Many discomforts of pregnancy can be addressed or avoided by preventative care; including oedema, constipation, indigestion and heartburn, headaches. The body/mind feels more balanced and in harmony, more able to deal with emotional/stressful situations. Of course, your baby also receives all of these benefits.
Areas of particular focus are the pelvic floor muscles and the pelvis, optimal foetal positioning and active birth philosophies (ways in which to give your baby the opportunity to position itself well for birth and to use your own instinctual behaviour and gravity friendly positioning, to create a more effective and positive birth experience).
The class concludes with 15-20 minutes of guided relaxation/visualization, enabling you to integrate body/mind.
CLASS TIMES: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5.30 - 7PM
FEES: $120 - 10 WK (FULL TERM); $75, 5 WEEK (1/2 TERM) or **CASUAL - $17 (except in Terms 1 and 4)
MUMS & BUBS (POST-NATAL) YOGA...
The Mums & Bubs class is an hour in length, with the option to remain and share a cuppa, refreshment and a little socialisation. A lovely way of meeting other new mums in a relaxed and supportive environment.
WHEN TO COMMENCE:
Commencing, anytime from 4 - 6 weeks (some women prefer to wait until their 6 week post-natal check-up) after your baby's birth, dependent upon the type of birth you have experienced; will give you the opportunity to adopt a gentle approach to renewing or beginning an exercise routine.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN A CLASS...
The aim of this class is to provide communication, interaction, connection and fun between yourself and your baby.
The content of the class is kept fairly flexible, and provides 'baby yoga'; combining gentle stretching techniques, nursery rhymes and a sequence that addresses your baby's developmental needs by engaging him or her in exercises that encourage head, neck, back and leg strength, cross-brain and sensory awareness development. This assists your baby with future rolling, sitting and crawling, standing then walking.
The main focus of the class is 'yoga for mum'. Aiming to provide you with some gentle stretching and strengthening postures for the abdomen, back, pelvic floor and of course, your baby can be involved in as much or as little of the routine, as you choose.
It can sometimes take a couple of classes before your baby (and yourself) becomes completely comfortable in this new environment, and may just need extra settling and reassurance, during this time.
You will find the benefits for yourself and your baby, so very rewarding and many Mums find that it is easy to incorporate this new way of interacting with their baby into their daily routine.
WHAT TO BRING & WEAR
FOR YOU, bring along some water and wear loose, comfortable/stretchy clothing. Oh and remember to bring your 'sense of humour' ... definitely a must!!
FOR YOUR BABY, Babies are placed on a blanket on the floor for the duration of the class (or nursed if needing settling). Bring a cloth nappy or hand-towel and the usual requirements... nappies, change of clothes, etc.
CLASS TIMES: WEDNESDAYS, 10.00 - 11.00
FEES: $120 - 10 WEEK (FULL TERM); $75 - 5 WEEK (HALF TERM) or
**CASUAL - $17 (except in Terms 1 and 4)
**PLEASE NOTE** DUE TO LIMITED CLASS SIZE, CASUAL ATTENDANCE CANNOT ALWAYS BE GUARANTEED
CLASS TIMETABLE FOR 2009
^Term 1A - Tuesday, 6th January to Thursday, 12th February, 2009 then
^Term 1B - Tuesday, 24th February to Thursday, 2nd April.
Term 2 - Tuesday, 21st April to Thursday, 25th June.
Term 3 - Tuesday, 14th July to Thursday, 17th September.
#Term 4 - Tuesday, 6th October to Thursday, 3rd December.
^ This is a 12week series of classes consisting 2 x 6 week blocks. Fees are $144 - 12 weeks OR $90 x 6 weeks
# This is a 9 week term = $108 - 9 weeks OR
$75 - 5weeks / $60 - 4weeks
HOW TO BOOK YOUR CLASS
Simply email and register your interest in a class. Information and Booking Sheets will then be forwarded to you.
To secure your booking you will be required to return your Booking Sheet and a non-refundable deposit of $20 by the date listed on the Booking Sheet. This will secure your place in the class. Please be aware that spaces are allocated as booking sheets and deposits are received, so book early to avoid disappointment, as class sizes are limited.
The balance of fees are payable by the 2nd week of Term. Some Health Funds may rebate on yoga classes. It is best to check your individual Plan.
PREGNANCY & POST-NATAL MASSAGE
Due to the hormonal and therefore structural changes brought about by the physical and emotional adaptations of pregnancy; this can often create a period of adjustment, realignment and imbalance.
A massage during pregnancy anytime from 12 weeks, is a wonderful way of addressing these imbalances.
The use of a 'Bellybag', enhances the relaxation component of the massage, allowing you to lay prone (face down) during part of the massage, providing full support for yourself and her baby. Aromatherapy oils, specific for pregnancy, may be used to enhance the benefits of the massage.
Massage during pregnancy increases circulation, can slow down the effects of extra load on the kidneys and the heart and address oedema and varicosities. Muscular tension that cause structural imbalances, headaches and sciatic pain can also be relieved. The nervous system has the opportunity to 'slow down', creating a sense of calm and a deeper level of relaxation. This in turn reduces blood pressure, slows and calms the breath, increases endorphins, reduces adrenalin; which also provides obvious benefits to your baby, as it crosses the placenta.
Massage during the post-partum period, is also a wonderful way to give your 'post-natal' body a treat, as many hormonal and structural changes take place in the first weeks and months after your baby's birth. The 'belly bag' may still be used, dependant upon a woman's birth experience and the level of comfort required.
During all treatments, lighting is kept low, relaxation music is played and you are covered by soft towels or sheets, apart from the area of your body being massaged.
MATERNITY REFLEXOLOGY
Working on the principle that the feet reflect the body, by providing a specific system of pressure point massage, the body's natural healing ability is given the opportunity to come back to homeostasis (balance).
Many discomforts of pregnancy can be addressed through reflexology from 12 weeks of pregnancy.
From 35 - 36 weeks, a weekly 1/2 hour treatment can begin to 'prime' the body for labour, by focusing on the internal pelvis, softening of the cervix, addressing adrenal issues that can often inhibit the onset of labour because it reduces the oxytocin response, which is the hormone that triggers labour.
TREATMENT FEES
1 Hour Treatment = $60.00
1/2 Hour Treatment = $45.00
Forms of payment accepted are cash, cheque or arrangements can be made for internet banking.
Treatments are available Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays and 2 x Saturdays per month.
Part of your treatment may be covered by your Private Health Fund. Please check with your Fund and your level of cover.
GIFT VOUCHERS are also available.
QUALIFICATIONS
Leah is a qualified Remedial Massage Therapist, Reflexologist, Yoga Teacher, with additional certifications in Pre and Post-natal care, within these modalities. Leah has been a student of yoga for 13 years and teaching for 7 years and practicing as a Remedial Therapist/Reflexologist for 9 years. In addition, Leah is also a fully qualified Doula (Birth Companion),
Leah's focus and passion is in providing women and their families, regardless of their cultural or religious background, their choice of ante-natal care - be that Midwifery centred or Private Obstetric care, place of birth - Home, Public or Private Hospital; with the opportunity to empower their pregnancies. What better way to tune into, listen to and trust their bodies and their innate ability to birth in the way most appropriate for them; than through the calming and beneficial elements of Yoga, Massage & Reflexology... enabling them to create a positive birth experience and embrace the transition into Motherhood.
Through the birth of her two daughters, Siena, 12 and Ebony, 9 1/2, waterbirths at home; Leah has had the opportunity to experience, first-hand the amazing, yet sometimes overwhelming aspects of pregnancy, birth and parenting and through this knowledge, offers guidance and support.
Leah has also had the opportunity to support many families both in Sydney and Toowoomba, Gatton and Brisbane, during this amazing period of their lives, with the birth of their babies.
Leah also provides Remedial Massage, Relaxation Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Reiki and Reflexology Treatments to non-pregnant women.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Diploma Yoga Teacher
Certified Pre & Post-Natal Yoga Teacher
Certified Doula (Birth Support)
Certified Maternity Reflexologist and
Pre & Post-natal Massage Therapist
Diploma of Reflexology
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Current First Aid
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Provider Recognition with all Health Funds for Remedial Massage and for those that rebate on Yoga
Member ATMS, YTAA, Maternity Coalition, HAS
Service Categories
Doulas, Pregnancy Massage, Pregnancy Yoga, Reflexology, Remedial Massage, Swedish Relaxation Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Yoga
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