Mama Needs Massage

02/04/2026

Surprising your massage therapist with your pregnancy? 😯

I'd recommend letting your massage therapist know you're pregnant before you arrive, so they can prepare for you!

At Mama Needs Massage, I ask that clients complete an intake form with important health info like that before you arrive. This pre-work sometimes feels like a hassle, but it ensures that I'm ready for what you're coming in with and ready to support you how you need. 💜

01/27/2026

Massage during pregnancy is not just lighter pressure.

One of the biggest misunderstandings I hear is that prenatal massage is just regular massage, but gentler.

In reality, providing prenatal -- and postpartum -- massage is about understanding the many layers of changes you're experiencing; helping you find a position during the massage where you can actually feel comfortable; and knowing what questions to ask to inform how I can best support you.

01/18/2026

Anne always seems to have the words for the moment. In new motherhood, I found solace in her book Operating Instructions. I continue to check in for her words. They speak to my heart. What's keeping you grounded lately?

01/15/2026

Shoutout to for the delicious treats and for supporting our neighbors in a real, tangible way.They've got unbelievable, scratch-made baked goodies and a lovely, friendly staff.

Plus, the owner is an awesome local mom!

Love this free food pantry she's set up for folks in the area who are struggling. 💜 Thank you Fern Ridge!

01/07/2026

This winter, my high schooler and I have been joining to plant baby trees and shrubs around town. This is a funny photo cuz you can hardly see the tiny Oregon grape I planted, but she's there! And before her, there there was once ivy and leaves and a sprinkling of trash.

On this gorgeous day in Beaverton, we planted about 600 baby plants; shoveled mulch into buckets; added circles of mulch around each plant to support their growth; and tied these bright orange tags around each one so they won't get mowed. 🤞 It feels like a gift to be able to be a part of this work, with an organization that makes these service days SO well organized, efficient, and fun!

If you and your kiddos (age 6+!) have been curious about their tree planting events, I'd highly recommend trying one this season.

Thank you Friends of Trees! 🌱

12/30/2025

Reminiscing about rehearsing for our winter concert with and Vancouver Community Jazz Band this month.

I haven't played in a formal concert since college, and back then I wasn't privy to the messy endless details of coordinating everything to make it successful. This time around, it was incredible to see up close how much collective effort, love, and logistics go into putting on a performance like this! What a blast.

Thankful for the magic of music. And the folks who pull it all together. 🔥

12/24/2025

Friendly reminder: afer the storm, the sun (and unicorn!) always shines again 💫🌞😎

12/20/2025

Proud mama moment 🥰

My high schooler is deep in swim season. We got to watch his swim meet this week and 🥹 I'm so proud of this guy and impressed with his team. Their resilience, heart, and encouragement of each other bowls me over.

One of my goals in this teen-mom phase of life has been to surround my kids with people who care about them; folks who can serve as role models and inspiration and sounding boards. Thankful for this swim team experience! ✨

12/03/2025

My sweet choir has found a home this year in Beaverton -- crazily enough, in a building that used to house my kiddos' beloved preschool ()! 😍 The choir is dedicated to bringing joy to both the singers and the greater community, which is such a fit for me.

We spend half of each season rehearsing. And the other half of the season singing at retirement homes around town, as Buddy the elf would say, "singing loud for all to hear." ☺️ We bring so much joy and connection, and now we have a dedicated home base for us to gather in. We'd welcome your support in continuing this important joy-building work! ✨

By Westside Singers

11/26/2025

✨ I've got some openings this Sunday, 11/30 for massage!

Snag one for yourself and thank yourself later 💖

11/25/2025

Any other crescent roll fans out there? 😁

11/17/2025

Excited to be traveling to Salem, Oregon this week to teach an ethics class to other massage therapists there! Got a hot restaurant rec? Let me know!

These classes always yield juicy conversations -- I know I'll need refueling afterwards!