Nurtured Roots Prenatal Massage

🤍 October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. 🤍

As a mom, and as someone who has the privilege of walking alongside women through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, this month holds a very special place in my heart.

Pregnancy is often filled with so many hopes and dreams. We imagine the tiny person we will meet, the life we will build, the first moments we will share. And when that journey ends far sooner than it was supposed to, the grief can be impossible to put into words.

There are mothers who leave the hospital without their baby.
There are fathers grieving quietly beside them.
There are families who had already chosen a name, imagined a nursery, felt tiny kicks, or dreamed about who their baby would become.

And there are babies whose entire lives may have been measured in moments—but whose impact will last a lifetime. 🤍

In my work, I have the honor of caring for women during some of the most vulnerable and transformative seasons of their lives. It has reminded me again and again that every pregnancy, every baby, every mother, and every story is unique.

So this month, I want to gently remind anyone who has experienced loss:

Your baby mattered.
Your love mattered.
Your grief matters.
And you don’t have to forget in order to heal.

If you know a mother or family who has experienced pregnancy or infant loss, don’t be afraid to say their baby’s name. Don’t worry that you’re “reminding” them. Chances are, they haven’t forgotten for a single day.

Sometimes simply saying,
“I remember your baby. I’m thinking of you. I’m here.”
can mean more than we realize.

To every mama carrying both love and loss in her heart—I’m holding space for you this month and always. 🤍🕊️

For the babies who were loved deeply, even if their time with us was far too short.

🌿 Continuing Education = Continuing to Grow 🌿

I recently completed a continuing education class focused on Children’s Nervous System Regulation & Sensory-Informed Care, and I’m so excited to bring what I learned into my work at Nurtured Roots Prenatal Massage.

This class dove into how a child’s nervous system shifts between sympathetic and parasympathetic states and how safety, connection, movement, sensory input, and environment can all influence regulation.

We explored gentle, child-centered techniques including:
✨ Breathwork
✨ Compression & grounding touch
✨ Rocking & rhythmic movement
✨ Swinging and sensory input
✨ Co-regulation strategies
✨ Recognizing overstimulation vs. regulation

One of the biggest takeaways was the importance of consent, emotional safety, trust, and connection—especially when working with neurodivergent children or children who may process sensory input differently.

As someone who works with mothers, babies, and families, I believe understanding the nervous system is such an important piece of supporting the whole person. What happens in our bodies when we feel safe, connected, and supported matters—from infancy and throughout childhood.

I’m always looking for ways to continue learning and expanding my knowledge so I can provide thoughtful, informed care to the families I serve.

Learning never stops—and neither does my commitment to growing alongside the families I work with.

☀️ Happy Labor Day Weekend! 🇺🇸

Labor Day Weekend looks a little different for every family—and we want to hear what you’re up to! ❤️

Are you…
👶 Cuddling a new baby
🌭 Having a family cookout
🚤 Spending time on the boat
🌿 Getting outside & exploring
😴 Relaxing at home
☀️ Or a little bit of everything?

Tell us what your Labor Day Weekend looks like! 👇🏼 We hope it’s filled with plenty of family time, fresh air, and memories made together. 🌿

At the Infant Massage class today I had the pleasure to teach the benefits of Infant Massage and how it goes beyond the baby years too.

Infant massage is more than just a sweet way to bond with your baby. It can also be a helpful tool that grows with your child!

🌿 Colic & Tummy Troubles – Gentle massage can help relax and soothe an uncomfortable belly.

🌿 Constipation – Tummy massage and gentle leg movements can help encourage digestion and movement.

🌿 Growing Pains – As your little one grows, massage can help soothe tired muscles and provide comfort.

One of the best parts of learning infant massage is that these techniques can be used well beyond infancy. From babies to toddlers and beyond, nurturing touch can continue to provide comfort, connection, and relaxation as your child grows.

A simple tool you can use through every stage.

Check out this new upcoming resource for families in the Fox Valley.

First 5 Fox Valley First 5 Fox Valley will cultivate a community that empowers and supports every family to build a solid foundation for children in their first five years.

This will be an amazing class!

***Our online scheduling link has been fixed. REGISTER ONLINE. Thanks for your patience!***

We’re excited to offer two additional birth class opportunities! 🤍

Online registration is NOW OPEN for both classes!

We’re especially excited to offer a daytime option once the kids are back in school—perfect for those who prefer a daytime class. ✨

And even more exciting… these classes will be held in our new space! 🎉

Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming move and all that’s to come at Connected Core Physical Therapy!

We can’t wait to welcome you into our new space and support you as you prepare for birth. 💛