Fertile Hands

01/20/2026

Arvigo Male Tonic (often herbal tinctures) aims to improve male pelvic health by #🍃boosting circulation
🍃supporting prostate/urinary function🍃potentially helping with issues like mild prostatitis, BPH symptoms, erectile dysfunction, and low libido, by nourishing organs, reducing congestion, and restoring flow of blood, lymph, and nerves, promoting vitality, energy, and overall well-being.

I’m preparing a batch.

01/16/2026

We are planning future trainings in Monrovia with Lisa Kelly of . Classes are limited to 8 students. Please DM me, if interested. This training is for CMTs, Midwives, Physical Therapists, acupuncturists,…

01/14/2026

Lisa Kelly taught a uterus/ fertility/ Maya abdominal massage at Fertile Hands this week. Here she was teaching us how to draw cold out using fire cupping.

01/08/2026

Pregnancy widens your ribcage, but poor posture and breathing patterns can also affect rib angle.

In postpartum massage, I massage your ribcage and wrap & close your ribs with a scarf. This is something you can do at home, as well.

I can also teach you a few core exercises and rotational stretches that help close the ribs.

What makes my sessions stand apart and help you feel better, is attention to alignment/ posture at all stages and ages. Good alignment is key to a pain free mobile body and it makes you look better too.

01/07/2026

I’ve noticed the women with a history of gymnastics tend to have very painful periods and are usually retroverted. If this sounds like you or if you have a young daughter in gymnastics or is starting to suffer with difficult periods, I recommend uterus massage.

Other ways the uterus can end up retroverted are: falling down stairs, snowboarding, car accidents, wrestling etc.

If you take your daughter to a doctor, she will be put on birth control pills. Please don’t let that happen. Get a massage first.

01/01/2026

12/17/2025

Cold plunges offer beauty and body benefits by temporarily tightening pores, boosting circulation for a healthy glow, reducing inflammation and puffiness, and improving skin elasticity by stimulating collagen, while also enhancing mood, metabolism, and muscle recovery through improved blood flow and endorphin release, but effects are temporary and consistency is key.

Skin & Hair Benefits
Tightens Pores: Cold water constricts blood vessels, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness for smoother skin.

Reduces Puffiness & Redness: Vasoconstriction limits blood flow, calming inflammation, redness, and puffiness.

Boosts Radiance: Increased circulation as the body warms up brings fresh, oxygenated blood, giving skin a healthy flush and glow.

Improves Elasticity: Stimulates collagen production over time, leading to firmer, plumper skin and potentially reducing fine lines.

Enhances Hair: Cold water can make hair shinier and stimulate follicles, potentially increasing thickness and length.

Body & Wellness Benefits
Reduces Inflammation: Constricts blood vessels, reducing muscle damage and inflammation after exercise, aiding recovery.

Boosts Mood & Energy: Triggers endorphin and norepinephrine release, creating a natural mood lift, focus, and stress reduction.

Improves Circulation: The rapid temperature change strengthens microcirculation and nutrient delivery to skin and tissues.

Metabolism Boost: Activates brown fat, burning calories to generate heat and potentially aiding weight management.

⚠️don’t do cold plunge if you’re under excessive stress or on medications that are making it difficult to recover from physical stress.

12/17/2025

We have 2 vibration plates and a chi machine in our wellness center, along with many other stations.

They can be used passively, because you don’t have to move to get benefits. Just being still will give you results.

The Power Plate can also be used to do stretches, exercise and even use it to as a massage tool.

I recommend this routine for better circulation and maximum lymphatic drainage

1. Bemer 8 minutes - you’ll increase microcirculation by 30% for 12 hours. It affects lymphatic drainage at every level.
2. Power Plate 5-10 minutes
3. Rebounder 2-10 minutes
4. Sauna 15 to 45 minutes to detox lymph, passive cardio benefits, skin beauty and more benefits.
5. Cold Plunge - if you can’t do your whole body, dunk your face, hands, feet, calves for sets of 10 seconds. You may surprise yourself if you make it to your knees or waist. This is amazing for tightening your whole body and really reduces swelling.
6. Compression boots/ hips help squeeze excess fluid out of you legs or hips and they get best results after the cold plunge. 15 minutes or longer session.
7. Inversion table helps get excess swelling out of the legs.
8. ERE contracts the muscles in feet and calves and benefits lymph, blood flow, nerve health, foot muscles strengthen & relax.
9. Deep tissue massage chair includes compression of feet and calves
10. Ceragem improves lymphatic drainage in the spine and back.
11. Ion Cleanse draws toxins out of the sweat glands of the feet.

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12/17/2025

Power Plate and other whole-body vibration (WBV) machines can help promote lymphatic drainage by stimulating muscle contractions and improving overall circulation. This can help reduce fluid retention and swelling, especially in the legs and arms.

How Vibration Plates Help
The lymphatic system relies on muscle contractions and movement to circulate lymph fluid, as it lacks a central pump like the heart.

Vibration plates help by:
Triggering muscle contractions: The rapid, micro-vibrations cause muscles to contract and relax reflexively, which mimics the natural “muscle-pump” action needed to move lymphatic fluid through vessels.

Enhancing blood flow: The vibrations improve overall blood circulation, which indirectly supports lymphatic function and nutrient delivery to tissues.

Reducing fluid retention: By encouraging lymph flow and circulation, these devices can help manage swelling and feelings of “heavy legs” often associated with fluid buildup in tissues (such as in cases of lymphedema or lipedema).

Supporting detoxification: The enhanced flow helps the body eliminate toxins, waste products, and dead cells more effectively.

Usage Tips for Lymphatic Drainage
For optimal lymphatic support, consider these recommendations:

Start with low settings: Begin with a low frequency and amplitude and gradually increase the intensity as your body adjusts.

Keep sessions short: Most experts recommend sessions of 10-15 minutes, 2-3 times a week, to avoid overuse.

Incorporate simple movements:
Basic stance: Stand on the plate with knees slightly bent.

Squats and lunges: Performing these exercises on the plate helps target lower body muscles and boost fluid movement in those areas.

Targeted positions: Lie down with your calves on the plate or place your hands/forearms on it (in a plank position) to focus on specific areas.

Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water before and after sessions to help with the elimination of toxins.

Combine with other therapies: Vibration therapy can be a complementary treatment alongside methods like compression garments or manual lymphatic drainage for better results.

12/17/2025

We have a cellerciser rebounder in our wellness center.

Cellerciser benefits include a full-body, low-impact workout that strengthens muscles, boosts heart health, improves circulation, enhances lymphatic drainage, and boosts immunity by stimulating cells through G-force changes. It’s praised for being gentle on joints, convenient for home use, versatile for different exercises, and improving balance, digestion, sleep, and even vision, with claims of being more efficient than running for similar heart rates.

Physical Health Benefits:
Cardiovascular: Strengthens the heart, lowers blood pressure/cholesterol, improves circulation and oxygenation.
Musculoskeletal: Tones muscles, improves posture, strengthens connective tissues, and helps with shoulder/back pain.

Lymphatic System: Enhances immune function by boosting lymphocyte activity and improving lymphatic drainage.
Joints: Low-impact nature reduces stress on joints, unlike running.

Balance & Coordination: Improves balance and stability.

Digestive Health: Aids digestion and elimination.

Cellular & Systemic Benefits:

Cellular Strengthening: The unique G-force (gravity, acceleration, deceleration) strengthens every cell, from muscles to skin collagen.

Lung Capacity: Can help increase lung capacity and improve breathing.

Metabolism & Energy: Stimulates metabolism, increases energy, and helps with weight management.

Mental Well-being: Stimulates mental performance, can lead to deeper sleep, and reduces stress.

Cellerciser-Specific Features & Benefits:

TriDaptable® Springs: Patented design offers a self-adjusting, gentler bounce, reducing body shock.

Durability: High-quality build (UV/water-resistant mat, strong frame) for longevity and consistent performance.

Versatility: Allows for various exercises, including jogging, jumping, and using weights.

12/15/2025

We have a great space for doing corrective exercise that helps prolong pain relief between massage sessions.

This exercise feels great on the low back and also stretches the ribcage with the added rotations.

Stay tuned for more exercise, stretching and spinning babies videos.