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A Need Within Our Community

We have forgotten how to use our hands to heal, in a society that deeply needs human touch. 

What is craniosacral therapy?

For the last year, I have been within a mentorship container with Midwife and Bodyworker, Carey Glenn, in Greenville, South Carolina. I have witnessed what a profound difference it makes to have a working knowledge of the fascia and it's function. When babies are properly unwound after birth, they sleep, eat, and function better all around. It makes total sense that after being curled up in a ball for nine months and squeezing through a small space with the force of your mother's uterus behind it, that there would be tension in the body of the newborn. This tension in the fascia of the head, spine, and pelvis leads to tension in other places in the body, like the face, mouth, limbs, and back. In the mainstream, it may be labeled as any number of disorders (some even "requiring" surgical intervention), but what I have witnessed, is that when the fascia is unwound, the tension releases from the rest body as well. These practices allow the nervous system of the baby to function properly and it has become clear to me that our bodies want to heal. When the nervous system is functioning properly, the rest of the body follows suit. 
So, what is CST? Practitioners use their hands with a gentle touch to apply steady pressure to the fascia of the skull, spine, and pelvis. When the places where connective tissue is tense are held and supported, they begin to unwind and release. Releasing the tension in the connective network within the body allows the nervous system, and therefore the full body, to function optimally. These hands-on treatments are gentle enough for both mother and baby, during pregnancy and in the early postpartum period. 

Almost there

Midwifery training is coming to a close...

As I dive into the final stretch of my midwifery training, I find myself eager to expand my skills once more. I want to provide the Midlands with low intervention, holistic care during pregnancy and beyond! That’s where craniosacral therapy comes in—it’s such a fantastic way to understand body mechanics and fascia systems, helping to ease tension and support a smooth transition into motherhood. As I prepare to launch my own midwifery practice, I invite you to join me on this exciting journey as I weave more dynamic bodywork skills into what I do!

My Goals for the Midlands:

I am eager to extend craniosacral therapy (CST) services to both my birth clients and the broader community. I recognize a significant need for comprehensive pregnancy and postpartum support for mothers and babies, but there are currently few providers available. Those that are, often have long waitlists because there are so many folks in need. This gap in service can be challenging for families in need of timely care. I truly believe that all  babies need this work. 

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This Spring, bodyworker Ruth Shepard will be coming to South Carolina to train myself and other practitioners in craniosacral therapy. Having experienced the benefits of CST and practiced alongside Carey, I am excited to deepen my understanding of fascia and its impact on maternal and neonatal wellness.

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As I await this training to deepen my knowledge, services are currently being offered at a discounted rate of $50 per one hour session.

 

Postpartum Packages are also available.

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I'd love to hear from you

For questions about booking services, please email me below. I will get back to you as soon as possible. Phone calls are welcome during business hours.

Can't wait to chat!

803-687-2313
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