• We will chat for a few minutes to discuss your goals, preferences and health history.

• Massages are often performed with oil over bare skin on the area you’d like massaged (your privacy is always respected using a top sheet/drape).

• The therapist will step out of the room while you undress/dress

• If you prefer to remain clothed this is fine—there are many massage techniques that can work through clothing. Please wear something flexible and comfortable.

• You are encouraged to share anything that would make the session more beneficial: changes to pressure, environment, temperature, massage technique, etc.

• In-Home massages for postpartum parents are generally performed on your bed so that you can continue to rest after the session is over.

• Please cover your bed with a sheet that can easily be washed and have 3 pillows available.

• You are welcome to have your baby with your during the massage, or to have someone else caring for them and coming in as needed.

• I schedule an extra half hour for each in-home session so we can take breaks as you or baby needs.

• Need other postpartum supports? You can book a consultation before or after your session for newborn, lactation, postpartum exercise, older sibling/family support. Visit Open Circle’s 1-on-1 consultation pages for more info.

We will start the session by discussing your goals, exercise history and any injuries or sensitive areas.

Then I will guide you through a series exercises and practices, responding to your feedback and questions to adapt to your body as we go.

The type of movement, yoga or exercise we do will vary depending on the type of session and your goals.

I will follow up with an email summarizing the practice so you can continue it at home.

Your confirmation emails will include detail on how to set up your space for the session and what to have on hand.

Throughout, we will follow you baby’s needs and state — moving between meeting their comfort, feeding, wakefulness or sleep, as we practice and learn together.

Your baby does not need to be awake or quiet — we’ll go with their flow, and yours!

In general it is helpful to have a firm floor surface that the baby can comfortably lay/move on, and cushions to help you be comfortable sitting/or lying near them.

Infant massage for non-rolling babies can also be done on a changing table, bed or other higher surface supporting your comfort.

You will be giving a printed guide or email summary of what we practiced together, and questions are welcome throughout the session and after.