Jayda Perry LMT

12/19/2025

Sharing helpful information, let’s stay healthy together.

🎈 Bra’s & Your Lymphatic System 🎈

By Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT, CDS

We wear them. We fight with them. We secretly fling them across the room the second we get home. Yes—bras. But have you ever thought about what your bra is doing to your lymphatic system? 👀

Your lymphatic system is your body’s quiet cleaning crew—working 24/7 to clear out waste, keep your immune system sharp, and make sure your fluids are flowing smoothly. So what happens when your bra joins the party? Let’s break it down with some science… and a little humor.

🎈 1. Restriction of Lymphatic Flow

That tight underwire bra? Think of it like putting a traffic jam on your body’s natural “highway of healing.” 🚦
When lymph nodes under your arms or around your chest get squished, the lymph fluid can’t drain properly. This can leave your body feeling a little “clogged up”—like forgetting to take the trash out for a week.

🎈 2. Lymphatic Drainage Areas

Your axillary lymph nodes (those little bean-shaped nodes in your armpits) are responsible for draining fluid from your chest, breasts, and arms. If your bra is too tight here, it’s like closing the exit ramps on a busy freeway. No one likes a road closure—especially your lymph! 🚧

🎈 3. Breast Health

Healthy lymph flow = happy breasts. 🌸
Some researchers suggest that when lymph flow is restricted, it might contribute to breast tenderness or swelling. While the science is still evolving, one thing’s for sure: your breasts will thank you for letting them breathe.

🎈 4. Fitting and Material

Bras aren’t the enemy—it’s the wrong bra that causes drama. 🕵️‍♀️
Opt for well-fitted bras made from breathable fabric. If your bra leaves red marks like it’s trying to brand you, that’s your sign to size up or switch styles.

🎈 5. Movement = Lymphatic Flow

Here’s the fun part: your lymph LOVES movement. Jumping, dancing, stretching, laughing—yes, even laughing—helps keep lymph fluid flowing. 😂
So if your bra is so tight that you can’t bust out a dance move or reach for the top shelf, it’s time for a rethink.

Fun Fact 🎉

Did you know? Some women call that magical moment of unclipping their bra the “second coming of oxygen.” And guess what? Your lymphatic system probably agrees.

✨ Takeaway: Bras should support, not strangle. Choose comfort, let your lymph flow, and remember—it’s not you, it’s the bra.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.

11/29/2025

The Holiday season is here, don’t forgot to shop small and shop local. 💞

Our local business and nonprofits rely, on our support, not share holders.

Let’s keep small business’s in business!

11/15/2025

Fun Fact Friday!
After a week of sitting, your body craves release.

Massage awakes circulation, soothes the gut, and restores ease from the inside out.

Time to unwind, breathe, and let your system flow again.

Schedule your self-care today, health is wealth.
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11/11/2025

Thank you to all the men and women that have chosen to protect and serve our country. May your dedication be honored and remembered.

Happy Veterans Day.

11/03/2025

Is it sore muscles or something else?

Muscle Pain & Lymph Drainage: What’s the Connection

Written by Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD & MLDT

Have you ever felt like your muscles are sore, stiff, or heavy—even when you haven’t overworked them? You might think it’s just muscle tension or inflammation… but what if your lymphatic system is also part of the picture?

Let’s dive into how lymphatic drainage can relieve muscle pain, reduce inflammation, and help your body recover naturally.

What Causes Muscle Pain?

Muscle pain (also called myalgia) can stem from:
• Inflammation 🔥
• Toxin build-up (like lactic acid or metabolic waste) ♻️
• Poor circulation 🩸
• Tissue trauma or tension 🤕
• Chronic conditions like fibromyalgia or autoimmune disorders 🧬

When muscles are inflamed or congested, the lymphatic system is often involved—because it helps clear the waste, fluid, and immune cells from the tissues.

The Lymphatic System: Your Body’s Drainage Network

Your lymphatic system is like a silent river 🌊 flowing beneath the surface—moving toxins, waste, and excess fluid out of your body and into your detox organs.

When the lymph is sluggish or overwhelmed, it can lead to:
• Swollen, stiff muscles 💢
• Painful pressure in tissues 🧱
• Increased sensitivity to touch 🔍
• Slower recovery ⏳
• Ongoing inflammation ⚠️

That deep, achy, heavy feeling in your muscles? It may be lymphatic stagnation.

How Lymph Drainage Helps Muscle Pain

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, hands-on therapy that stimulates the lymphatic flow to:
• Reduce swelling & inflammation 🌬️
• Remove waste from sore muscles 🧹
• Boost circulation and oxygen flow 💨
• Soothe the nervous system 🧘‍♀️
• Speed up recovery from injury or stress ⚡

It’s not a deep tissue massage—MLD works on the fluid layer just under the skin, where the lymph lives!

Muscle Pain Relief Without the Pressure

One of the best parts?
Lymph drainage doesn’t hurt!

It’s ideal for people with:
• Fibromyalgia 🌸
• Chronic fatigue 🛌
• Post-surgical discomfort 🩼
• Autoimmune muscle flares ⚡

It offers gentle, effective relief—even for those sensitive to touch.

What Conditions Benefit Most?

Lymphatic drainage can help relieve muscle pain in:
• Fibromyalgia 🧠
• Post-exercise recovery 🏃‍♀️
• Chronic back & shoulder tension 🎯
• Autoimmune inflammation 🔥
• Swollen, sore limbs 🦵🦶

It’s also a great support for post-viral fatigue or lingering muscle aches after illness.

Support Your Muscles & Lymph at Home:
• Drink plenty of water 💧
• Dry brush your skin before showers 🪥
• Practice deep breathing 🫁
• Stretch or walk gently daily 🚶‍♀️
• Avoid tight clothing that blocks circulation 🚫👖

At Lymphatica, we don’t just treat the pain—we help uncover the root cause. Whether it’s inflammation, toxicity, or fluid build-up, lymphatic drainage can help your muscles feel light, loose, and pain-free again.

Because when the lymph flows… the pain goes.

This article is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice or diagnosis. Always consult a qualified therapist or healthcare provider for personalized guidance.

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11/02/2025

When was your last wellness massage? With massages, offering so much more than relaxation, it truly should be added to routine self-care.

10/27/2025

Health is wealth! And knowledge is power.

The best way to stay healthy is knowing how the body works and what it needs to support it.

Whole food, rest, water and movement can do wonders!

🌿 Flow Gently, Heal Deeply: 10 Simple Ways to Support Your Lymphatic System

This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.

Your lymphatic system is one of the most overlooked heroes in your body — a quiet guardian working day and night to filter waste, regulate immune function, and maintain fluid balance. It’s your body’s inner river, cleansing, restoring, and renewing.

But unlike your heart, the lymphatic system has no pump of its own. It relies entirely on your movement, breath, and care to keep flowing.

If you’ve been feeling puffy, sluggish, inflamed, or just off, it may be your lymph asking for a little love 💧💚

Here are 10 gentle, powerful ways to support your lymphatic system and awaken your natural flow:

🌬️ 1. Breathe Like You Mean It

Your breath is more powerful than you think. Deep diaphragmatic breathing acts like a pump for your thoracic duct — the main highway for lymph in your chest.

Try this: Inhale deeply through your nose, letting your belly rise. Hold for 4 seconds. Exhale slowly through your mouth. Do this for 5 minutes a day to encourage flow and calm.

🚶‍♀️ 2. Move in Rhythms

Lymph loves movement. Unlike blood, it doesn’t circulate on its own — it needs muscle contractions to move.

Gentle walking, yoga, stretching, dancing, and bouncing (like on a rebounder) are all lymph-friendly. Think fluid, light, and intentional.

💧 3. Hydrate Your Flow

Lymph is primarily made up of water — and without hydration, it turns thick and slow. Sip filtered water throughout the day. Add lemon or electrolytes to improve absorption.

If you’re thirsty, your lymph is already thirsty too. Hydrate to heal.

💆‍♀️ 4. Book a Lymphatic Drainage Session

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle therapy that stimulates your lymph vessels and encourages detox. It’s especially helpful after surgery, illness, inflammation, or periods of low energy.

It’s not just therapy — it’s a reset for your whole system.

🌿 5. Eat for Lymph Health

Your lymph is sensitive to what you eat. Choose whole foods that reduce inflammation and promote circulation:
• Leafy greens
• Ginger and turmeric
• Citrus fruits
• Seaweed and spirulina
• Omega-3s (chia seeds, flax, wild salmon)

Avoid processed food, refined sugar, and synthetic additives — they congest the system.

🧂 6. Dry Brushing Ritual

Before showering, use a dry brush with natural bristles to gently stroke your skin toward your heart. It awakens the superficial lymphatic vessels and supports drainage through the skin.

It’s a beautiful self-care ritual that leaves you glowing.

🧘‍♀️ 7. Rest, Repair, Repeat

Your lymphatic and glymphatic systems (brain detox pathways) are most active when you rest deeply. Prioritize quality sleep and quiet, restorative moments.

Your healing happens while you rest. Don’t rush your recovery.

🔥 8. Warmth Helps

Sweating through gentle exercise, infrared sauna, or a warm Epsom salt bath can help open skin channels and improve lymph flow.

Let your skin breathe out what your body holds in.

😌 9. Let Emotions Move Too

The lymphatic system is emotionally responsive. Trauma, grief, stress, and anxiety can all stagnate lymph flow.

Let yourself cry. Journal. Pray. Breathe. Speak it out. Emotion is energy in motion.

🕊️ 10. Create Space for Stillness

Sometimes what your lymph needs is less. Less chaos. Less toxin exposure. Less rush. Less noise. Create pockets of peace in your day. Sit in the sun. Hug your dog. Breathe with your eyes closed.

Stillness is where the flow begins again.

💫 In Closing…

The lymphatic system is a sacred design — tender, intelligent, and entirely reliant on you to care for it. When your lymph flows, your whole body feels lighter, brighter, and more alive.

So drink your water. Move your body. Breathe with intention. Let go of what you don’t need — physically and emotionally.

Your body is always healing. Let your lymph lead the way. 💚

Video links for visual guidance:

🌿 Dry Brushing: https://youtu.be/-pygu7OlOj0?si=8yMM26dwJlM2-srN
🌿 Self Lymph Drainage: https://youtu.be/vcTDbunqT4I?si=nRNV_RgS9aNTH86X
🌿 Deep Diaphragmatic Breathing: https://youtu.be/DTbn8mZWdqs?si=pEvMQejppNslnsEc

10/25/2025

It’s never too late to prioritize self-care.

*sooner rather than later would be best.*

10/20/2025

The view from work. 💗

It’s so tranquil… just like the massage you receive from me. 💆🏻‍♀️💆🏻‍♂️

Booking now for November!

Mukilteo, Wa

Emolliencemassage.com

10/19/2025

Did you know massage was so beneficial?

At every stage of life, massage offers relaxation and so much more.

Book a session today and see for yourself how good you can feel, both body and mind.

10/11/2025

Just what the Doctor ordered. 💆🏻‍♀️💆🏻‍♂️

Study show that massage is beneficial for depression, anxiety, stress and so much more!

No doctor’s note needed, no prescriptions, just your body feeling its best.

Schedule a massage today and see for yourself how good you can feel, both body and mind. 💞

10/10/2025

You’re not alone. We are all in this together. 💞