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Several opportunities for an Asana practice with me in the hot room at West this month:

Monday April 8 - 7pm
Friday April 12 - 7 & 830pm*
Monday April 15 - 7pm
Thursday April 18 - 830pm
Friday April 19 - 12pm
Monday April 22 - 7pm
Wednesday April 24 - 4pm
Thursday April 25 - 830pm
Monday April 29 - 4pm

*Friday 830pm class is a heated, by donation, yoga asana class suitable for all levels of yoga experience and physical abilities.

If you've ever been interested in trying out a hot yoga class, this is a great opportunity at a discounted rate with money going to a different charity each month.

I'm back this week!

I took a few months off to welcome my second baby, and I'm ready to get back at it (slowly!)

I'm teaching Fridays at noon at West this month and taking clients from 2-6pm with at the same studio.

I'm also teaching the prenatal yoga classes at South February 10th & 17th 10am - drop ins welcome!

Next month, I'm adding in Monday afternoons and picking up a couple of Tuesday evenings for massage clients.

View my full availability, book a massage, or add yourself to a waitlist at www.balancemassageedmonton.com

I'm looking forward to seeing you around the studios!

She's here!

Hazel Jean Watt joined our family last week by cesarean at the Royal Alec. The entire surgical team and postpartum staff were amazing and so appreciated.

Emmet is settling in well to the role of big brother and
is taking on basically everything while I focus on practicing what I preach: Spending time slowing down, establishing breast feeding, nourishing my body, settling in to our new family of 4, and allowing my body to recuperate.

I am looking forward to working with my knowledge of scar tissue massage, fascial changes, and movements, obtained following my last cesarean birth from (the surgeon, anesthesiologist, nurse, as well as my pelvic floor physiotherapist have all remarked on how well my last incision healed!)

Thank you to everyone who has reached out, offered advice, provided education, dropped off food (my love language), and provided gifts/ attention to help Emmet with this transition.

I am truly amazed by and grateful for the communities I am a part of and the outstanding village that surrounds me.

💕💕💕

(Naps for both my babies lined up today for the first time so I had time to think and write this all out. 🥰 )

Baby bump & I were in some photos for an upcoming Perinatal Yoga Teacher Training a few weeks ago.

I love the way they turned out!

Thanks for the opportunity!

And that's a wrap for baby & me!

Today was my last day at / until I'm back in the spring.

A huge shout out to both of those amazing communities (especially and ) for all their support & guidance as I continue to buil family and career.

I'm off to nest & rest.

And remember how to care for a newborn.

Just a few spots left next week to see me on the table at before I take time off for baby until the spring!

Monday @ 6pm
Tuesday @ 530pm
Wednesday @ 715pm

And one class Monday at 4pm WEST!

Rare opportunity to catch an evening class with me TONIGHT at West

7pm & 830pm

Come sweat & breathe & move with me!

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Just a couple months left to schedule a massage with me before we turn our family of 3 into 4!

I'm taking clients Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and some Fridays until the end of August and then will be taking time off until the spring to navigate life with two littles!

Visit www.balancemassageedmonton.com to see my availability and book yourself in!

Prenatal Yoga is one of the best and most recommended forms of movement throughout pregnancy.

I recently completed my Perinatal (pre/post/labour & delivery) Yoga teacher trainig with the wonderfully knowledgeable Clare of and I am so excited to share my new knowledge and help parents-to-be through this massive change in their lives!

I'm subbing a non heated prenatal class at the south location this Saturday June 10 at 10am!

Class is suitable for all stages of pregnancy (you can even sneak in if you aren't pregnant and are just looking for a gentle, non heated class), all fitness levels, and all amounts of Yoga experience.

Drop in spots available!

I'll be there at 930am to help get you settled & answer any questions.

Class will start right at 10am, hope to see you there!

Spring has sprung and my summer schedule is now open for bookings!

I'll be taking clients until the end of August and then taking time off for baby #2.

Visit www.balancemassageedmonton.com to view my availability and schedule your massage(s)

Just finished weekend # 1 of 3 Perinatal Yoga Teacher training with the lovely and knowledgeable

It felt so good to be back in a learning environment!

Lots of great ideas to lead prenatal guided meditations, asana modifications, and common pregnancy concerns. New physiological and anatomical knowledge, too! 🤓

My winter 2023 schedule is now open!

You can book in for a 30, 45, 60, 75, or 90 minute massage with me at the west location (149 street / 111 avenue)

I'm there Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 430pm-9pm

If it's your first visit to your 60 min massage is just $89.99

And I can direct bill most insurance companies!

Book Now:

https://balancemassageedmonton.janeapp.com/locations/balance-massage-west-14927-111ave-inside-metta-yoga/book #/staff_member/28

If there is a day or time you'd like to get in for a massage but there is no availability you can add yourself to the waitlist and I will contact you if anything opens up!

You can also direct message me of you have any questions or can't find a time that works for you.

*note: I'm still wearing a mask when I treat clients to limit the spread of sickness and to make anyone else wishing to wear a mask feel more comfortable doing so.

I will continue to contact clients directly anytime sickness enters my household to decide for themselves if they wish to reschedule or keep their appointment.

I encourage you to wear a mask in busy indoor spaces this winter and to reschedule your appointment if you are feeling ill.

Happy Holidays (all of them!) and Happy New Year!

And Hello!

I've been quiet on social media as I chase after a toddler all day, run the social media over at and spend a few nights a week over at the West location taking clients for massage and sharing my passion for yoga Asana in the hot room.

But I'm still here!

Wishing you and your loved ones all the best on 2023 and here to help with your health and wellness goals through mindfulness, movement, and manual therapy on the massage table!

Book an appointment with me online at www.balancemassageedmonton.com

Only a few spots left until the end of the year with me at

Wednesday Dec 1 @ 4pm
Friday Dec 10 @ 2pm
Monday Dec 20 @ 4pm

Don't forget there is a waitlist feature in our online booking system.

Add yourself to the waitlist and I will contact you if there are any cancellations or if I open anything else up so you can get in for a massage before the end of the year!

Whoa.

Finished this book today.

Cried my eyes out and then held my son very close. Stunned that every human being starts out just like him, innocent, loved, just waiting for life's experiences to shape them and their path through life.

My heart is broken and full at the same time.

A beautifully written look at one man's childhood trauma, struggle with addiction, and journey into and beyond homelessness.

This is an absolute must read.

Pause.

Sit up taller.

Relax your jaw, soften your tongue.

Lower your shoulders away from your ears.

Big, full inhale down into your relaxed belly.

Slow, complete exhale. Draw in the belly button, slight pull up of the pelvic floor.

Repeat as needed.


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Today is the day!

We are extremely fortunate to live in a democratic society that allows us the freedom to easily vote for our leaders and representatives in government.

Do your part - vote!

There are still a few massage therapy spots available with me this month at the West Metta location

•Mondays 4-9pm
•Wednesdays 4-9pm

Call 780-952-4542 or book online at www.balancemassageedmonton.com

I'm baaaaaaaaaack!

Catch me in the hot room this week West :

Wednesday @ 830pm
Friday @ 830pm

Or book a massage therapy appointment with me at West Metta Location :

Mondays 4-9pm
Wednesdays 4-9pm

City Council voted this week to bring back the face covering mandate for indoor public spaces within Edmonton city limits as we continue to see rising numbers of covid cases with the rapidly spreading Delta variant.

***Effective Friday September 3, 2021 masks will again be mandatory when coming to a yoga class or for a massage***

As in the last mandate, exemptions continue to exist for children under two years old, while eating/drinking, while participating in physical activity when physically distances (i.e. when you are on your mat), and for those unable to put on and take off masks without assistance.

This mandate is to remain in effect until December 31st or until set targets are met.

Wear your mask!
Wash your hands!
Get Vaccinated!
Stay home if you are sick!

Let's work together to keep businesses open, our loved ones healthy, and get through this pandemic! 💕

Baby cobra / warming the mat up for mom to get back to practicing and teaching next month!

I am SO excited to be back teaching and connecting with the amazing community at next month!

After a few months off navigating life with baby, I'm ready to get back at it!

My schedule with is now open until the end of the year Monday and Wednesday evenings at the West Metta location (149 street / 111 avenue)

I'll be easing back into work and adding additional appointments as my mind and body feel up to it!

Happy Father's Day!

A little reminder to take some time for self care this weekend.

Whether it's a relaxing bath, reading in the shade of a tree, gardening, a walk in the river valley, an outdoor visit with loved ones, or any other activity that brings you JOY.

Some new baby spam as well, because... look at this adorable little human THAT I MADE.

Women's bodies are absolutely incredible.

Happy Mother's Day!

Sending love to all those out there today momming, growing babies inside their incredible bodies, grieving a loss, struggling through fertility, missing their mom, navigating a strained relationship with mom and/or their children, and everywhere in between.

I see you.

You are incredible.
Keep it up.
You've got this.
💕