Belly Mama Massage

Here is a gentle reminder to get on the books, 30 more days remaining to see me for massage till 2023.

Hope to see you all before my pause begins!!

For those who haven’t been in for the past few weeks i wanted to update you here. In case youv’e been meaning to get in, the time is now.

I’ll be taking an unknown length of pause from massage therapy end of July, final booking day is July 27th.

I will no longer accept new clients unless they are redeeming unused gift certificates.

Thank you all SO much for such an incredible 12 years! Hope to see you before i pause.

Pretty accurate. 😂

Flash discount this week only 4/25-4/27. I have some rare openings this week. Book now and get $10 off any service booked this week.

Hit that book now button. 💆

This or That, Scalp 💆‍♀️ massage or feet 👣 to polish off your session?

Me? I’m a total sucker for some scalp work! What about you?!

Last minute and rare openings this week. Message me to book!

Per the Department of Health i am considered Healthcare and am still masking up 😷 as well as clients. Till the masks for healthcare is lifted this will stay in place. 😊

A recent article about massage and it having positive effects on mental health, not just the physical body.

With these past few years of uncertainty, stress and mental health have been impacted greatly.

We are not meant to withstand this amount of time in the fight or flight response, so if things have felt harder, coping is harder, communicating is harder, heck being motivated to brush your teeth. Get some much needed TLC and book a massage, or a Mental Health Therapist/Counselor.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifespan-perspectives/202201/massage-therapy-mental-health

Massage Therapy for Mental Health The time has come to take massage seriously as a mental health intervention.

I’m a few days delayed with this, but Belly Mama is 3!

I was scared, nervous, and unsure if i should start my own practice. I had worked for someone else most of my career and the stable paycheck was attractive.

I took the leap and dove in, not sure what would come of it. Was this a career ending move, was it smart? Was it the right time? Was i ready?!

When i opened my practice i had no idea the challenges ahead. The start up costs, not having a steady flow of income, learning how to find clients, no clue how to do marketing, all the administration work i had to learn, and lets not talk about my awkward phone skills.

The biggest thing though, Belly Mama was able to survive a pandemic, one that shut down many businesses that have been open for decades.

That is where you come in, my dedicated, loyal clients. So thank you!! Thank you all so much for spending your hard earned money getting massages from me. You are seriously the BEST!

If you’ve made it this far please take advantage of a special for current/returning clients only. Till April 13th mention this FB post for 12% off any self pay service To celebrate Belly Mama turning 3 on the 12th of March. THANKS AGAIN!!!

Taking the time to shout out about excellent providers who keep me healthy to take care of you. Their pages are in the comments if you’re in need of an incredible Chiropractor or Naturopath/Acupuncturist. I highly recommend both of them.

https://www.riversidesumner.com

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https://www.naturallifemedicine.com

Natural Life Medicine: Naturopath | Acupuncture | Pediatric | IV Therap Puyallup Live a healthy life, naturally! NLM is a one stop shop offering Naturopathic Medicine, Acupuncture, Pediatric Care, Massage Therapy, Pain Mangement, and IV Therapy.

Poll time.

What is you favorite style of massage?

1 - Swedish/Relaxation/Spa
2 - Treatment based
3 - Deep tissue
4 - Rolfing

Comment your answer! Check my answer in the comments.

RAFFLE TIME!!! 🎉 In honor of valentines ❤️ day this month i am doing a raffle! This can be for yourself or another incredible person in your life.
*Just comment below who you want to enter the drawing and what makes you/them an incredible human. Winner will be selected on Monday 2/14. Excited to see who you pick.
Up for grabs is a complementary one hour massage with me.
** Please redeem within 60 days **

Hey all, I’ve had a few of you having issues with self booking through your Jane logins. I am working on figuring out what is going on and get it fixed. In the meantime message me if your wanting to schedule but can’t due to that issue.

When i’m not working out your knots and tension, i am still working behind the scenes.

Take a look! It consists of answering or retuning phone calls, responding to emails, printing off forms, scanning paperwork, creating content for social media posts, cleaning sheets, taking continuing education classes, creating/updating brochures, looking up muscles that are giving me a run for my money and inhaling my lunch between clients.

It sounds like a lot, but when you love what you do, it isn’t! Well… the extra laundry can take a hike.

Quick little update: Online booking is now requiring a card on file to book, you will not be charged till your appointment as you have already been doing. Just an added layer of precaution for me.

Also, I know we are all very ready to be done with this topic. If you or ANYONE you've been in contact with in the last 10 days has any signs, symptoms or exposure of/to Covid I ask that you re-schedule your massage.

I am still applying my extra sanitation protocol between each client to keep us as healthy as I can.

** Update, both spot have been filled ** I had some last minute cancellations for tomorrow (1/12/22) afternoon, last few openings till February. Message me to book and get $5 off (cash pay clients ) if you fill one of tomorrows spots.

Belly Mama Massage now takes appointments on their Page.

Sharing for those in need, it’s ok to ask for help.

Sharing for those who can help spread the word and save a life.

Those in need the most tend to not ask for, share, or seek the need for help.

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

https://www.wellfound.org

Summer is coming! What are you looking forward to doing this summer?

A few of my favorite summer time things are, sunshine, BBQing, days at the beach, being outside, concerts at the gorge, naps in the sun, exploring a new town/city, fresh watermelon. And of course thinking the Puget sound water will miraculously be an inviting temperature on a 90* day and quickly regretting putting my feet in.

Tell me some of you summer favs or plans you have for this summer!

Times running out! Review me on google or Facebook to be entered for a chance to win a 30 minute sauna followed by 60 minute massage!

Google review Giveaway!

I am teaming up with A2 Physical Therapy for this giveaway. Head over to Google and leave a review for Belly Mama Massage to be entered into a Sauna/Massage giveaway. The winner will get 1 complimentary 30 minute Sauna session followed by 1 60 minute massage.

What are you waiting for?! You only have till April 20th to enter for this giveaway!

Here’s one clients review for inspiration.

Highlight to this Clients testimonial on google reviews. Love having happy clients. If you haven’t yet, head over and leave me a review on google for others to hear about your experience on my table.

“Lisa is an extremely skilled and lovely massage therapist. I was referred to her by a friend who said she has “Magic Hands” and she was spot on. Will definitely be going back.”

Hey all, I’ll be out of the office from April 7- April 20th. Please allow me 48 hours to reply to any inquires upon my return to office :)

Google review Giveaway!

I am teaming up with A2 Physical Therapy for this giveaway. Head over to Google and leave a review for Belly Mama Massage to be entered into a Sauna/Massage giveaway. The winner will get 1 complimentary 30 minute Sauna session followed by 1 60 minute massage.

What are you waiting for?! You only have till April 20th to enter for this giveaway!

Here’s one clients review for inspiration.

Highlight to this Clients testimonial on google reviews. Love having happy clients. If you haven’t yet, head over and leave me a review on google for others to hear about your experience on my table.

“Lisa is an extremely skilled and lovely massage therapist. I was referred to her by a friend who said she has “Magic Hands” and she was spot on. Will definitely be going back.”

A day in my life.

Most of you already know me by now. But a day in my life is usually full. With being married, having dogs that bark at all the things, always have a load of laundry to do, and a house with a expanding to do list.

If I’m not massaging. I’m either eating chocolate, doing something with the dogs, cleaning, yard work, exercising, trying to figure out what to eat, meditating between dog barking episodes, bundled up watching chick flicks, working on a project, eating tacos, inconsistency doing yoga, taking months to read a book or finding any excuse to stroll through Target, HomeGoods or TJ Maxx Just to smell as many candles as i can before i get a headache.

I recently did get back into hiking, which has been so great for me. Its challenging and rewarding, i want to give up but keep pushing to get to the view and take it all in.

Can you relate to my typical day or do you have a little more excitement in your day to day life?

We all have those days where total silence sounds 😆 like just the thing we need. Well i have you covered, i got ear plugs for those days you just want the whole world to be quiet.

All i ask is that you wait till i re enter the room to check in that you’re comfortable before placing them in, then you can have total silence. 🧘‍♀️

Oh my, that flew by! Today is Belly Mama’s two year mark. Thank you ALL so much for supporting me and my sweet practice, and believing in me. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!

I appreciate the continued loyalty, telling others i am magic and trusting me. Seriously you all are the best! Now go get yourself a cupcake and celebrate with me!
🧁✨

Have a pesky headache? A useful trick that may reduce those is to pinch the pad between your pointer finger and thumb. Just like in the picture below.

Start with doing pressure points on your right hand, if it’s still lingering then do the left hand as well. The intensity might spike but wait till it subsides fully then do a gentle massage as you reduce the pressure.

Or if you’d prefer just give me a call! You know I’d love to see you!

What are your go to headache remedies?! Comment below and tell me.

I wasn’t always a reader, but it’s now one of my favorite things to do in my morning routine.

Here is a mix of ones I’ve read, and currently reading, RE-read or in the queue to be read.

What are some of you favorite books? 📚 📖

Last minute opening today Feb 22nd at 2:30 PM for a 60 minute massage. Get $10 off for a flash discount. Today only!

** Spot filled :)

You guys! A2 is 5!! How awesome is that. Show your favorite PT some love! Also don’t miss out on the awesome giveaways for sauna time or a free massage. Check out their page for more info! And maybe book yourself some sauna time for the heck of it! 🌞

How I start my day seems to set the tone for the rest of it. I’m not typically a morning person, just ask my husband. It use to take a mug or two of coffee and at least an hour or two before I was ok with chatting.

I enjoy quite mornings, cuddling with my pups. Practicing Spanish, journaling, reading a few chapters of a book while sipping on water or hot tea.

Some days I have candles burning.

Then do some yoga and either tackle my workout or get the day officially started.

How do you like to welcome the day?

Quote- spirition!

“Life is like a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving” - Albert Einstein

” I think your doing a great job figuring out some heavy sh!t” - Unknown

Here are a few I’m gravitating towards right now. What are some of your favorite quotes? Comment below, lets inspire one another.✨

I FINALLY made my way into Crisp Greens on 6th Ave today! Let me tell yah I am digging the Mexicali salad that I got. They have a promo of $10 off your first order on their website Crispmeals.co

Let’s talk self care, it looks different for everyone. We ALL need it though. Some of us are persistent with it, while others need a gentle reminder to take care of themselves.

For me this year i am working on my inner dialogue, i can be my own worst critic (I know some of you can relate) and it needs to stop.

I had a book i wanted to get myself and couldn’t find it, but i had a sweet friend surprise me with it. And let me tell you it’s a great read! It’s call “Buy yourself the f*cking lilies” By Tara Schuster.

I just finished the chapter about her silencing her inner critic and will be applying them myself.

So what are YOUR self care goals this year?

Is it having a better work/life balance, getting outside more, getting back into a consistent workout routine, adding more fresh produce to your daily eating, hydrating better, getting massages more frequently, diving into good books more, less screen time, making firmer boundaries with others, giving yourself permission to not always tackle the to do list?

Leave a comment with your self care goal for 2021, i want to hear them. Lets inspire each other ✨

It’s getting close to my business anniversary. I couldn't think of a better excuse to bring back the lifetime discount!

So for the next 5 people who book with me this month you’ll receive $5 off any service for life!! You can be a new client or exisiting.

Just be sure to mention this post 😁

*Not valid for those redeeming gift certificates, or not paying in full at time of service*

A little reminder, I received two phone calls this morning from clients who had to cancel due to being exposed to another who tested positive for Covid-19.

Do not panic, they had not been into my office at all. They were brand new clients And this would have been their first session.

But please remember given the times, don’t stress over the cancellation policy. Anyone who needs to cancel due to feeling sick/ill or Covid 19 related will not need to pay the late cancellation fee at all.

And if you have ANY symptoms of, or exposure to Covid 19 please reschedule or cancel till you have followed any guidance from the CDC that applies to you.

And if you test positive for Covid 19 massage therapy is contra indicated for 90 days post clearance of being COVID free. Some are developing blood clots from Covid 19 and that creates a risk factor with massage.

If you have any questions/concerns please reach out.

I am continuing to follow my sanitation protocol with using cleaning products that fight Covid-19, wearing a clean apron with each client, wiping down all highly touched surfaces, require us both to wear masks during the session, take everyone temps upon arrival, and spray the floors with undiluted rubbing alcohol between each client as well.

Be well & Healthy,
Lisa 😀

So grateful I was able to expand and grow my practice during a pandemic. And to find sweet surprises by my landlord with my name officially on the door. 😍

Enjoying the new sunlighten infrared sauna at A2. I’m currently doing pain relief since this colder weather seems to be bugging my joints. It has other programs for detoxification, skin health, cardio, relaxation and weight loss. Call 253.844.4137 to book your session. $30 for 30 minutes.

A glimpse into a brief history of massage therapy. Written by my Uncle of the Suburban Times 😀

https://thesubtimes.com/2020/12/04/pain-massage-and-relief-thousands-and-thousands-of-years-in-the-learning/?fbclid=IwAR3jJvRb_FsNiHFKfbZEbRvp3_n81HeKdPRu-whsfOvk8wcp4-Bar-5ta7w

Pain, Massage, and Relief – Thousands and Thousands of Years in the Learning | The Suburban Times It used to be fairly common to see images of Egyptian hieroglyphics and paintings depicting physicians healing with massage.

Quick update, i am currently out of the office and returning Monday November 9th. Please allow longer response time to calls and emails. And if your wanting to schedule use the ‘Book now’ button to book through Jane Software. See you all in a few weeks!!

Don’t forget to head to my new office, 3817 6th Ave Tacoma, WA 98406 (Behind Altman Law office in Alley way) here’s my entrance door so you know where to find me :)
First few days in the new space and everyone loves it so far!

New location means a festive fall basket to drop off to wonderful referring providers to know where to send their patients too. 🍁