HerPath OT and Wellness

23/11/2025

Buying a baby carrier secondhand can be a great way to save money and try different styles, but safety and fit matter just as much as the price. In today’s post, I’m walking you through the key things to look for when shopping used: fabric integrity, buckle function, stitching quality, missing parts, and how to assess whether a carrier has been well cared for.

A well-made, safety-tested carrier can last for years, even across multiple babies, as long as it’s been maintained properly. These simple checks can help you feel confident and supported from the start.

If you’re unsure what carrier is right for you, or you’d like a personalized fitting, I offer virtual and in-person babywearing consults. You can book directly at herpathotandwellness.com.

17/11/2025

Fall weather is in full swing here in Central California, and that means it’s time for some nourishing soups…

This week inside my perinatal nutrition practice, we’re leaning into a creamy kale, butternut squash, & sausage soup made with a mineral-rich bone broth base — the perfect blend of comfort + function for pregnancy and postpartum.

Why this bowl supports your body:

Kale: Loaded with folate, vitamin K, and antioxidants that support cell development and tissue healing.
Butternut squash: A powerhouse of beta-carotene (vitamin A), fiber, and vitamin C — supporting immunity, gut regularity, and overall recovery.
Bone broth: Provides collagen, glycine, and essential minerals to nourish connective tissue, joints, and the gut barrier.
Sausage: Adds satiating protein and iron — key for energy, stable blood sugar, and preventing iron depletion in pregnancy and postpartum.

If you’re wanting simple, nutrient-dense meals that align with your pregnancy or postpartum needs, I’d love to support you.
Virtual Perinatal nutrition consults are available!
You can book a session anytime at herpathotandwellness.com or through the link in my bio at .wellness.

Your body deserves nourishment that feels grounding, comforting, and doable. Let’s build that together.

10/11/2025

✨ Big News in Women’s Health! ✨
The FDA has officially removed the Black Box warning from hormone replacement therapy — and this is a huge step forward for informed, evidence-based care.

For decades, many women were told to fear hormone therapy based on outdated interpretations of research. This has led to undertreatment of menopausal symptoms and unnecessary suffering — especially for those experiencing hot flashes, sleep disruption, pelvic floor discomfort, mood shifts, and long-term bone density changes.

The updated stance reflects what current, high-quality research has shown for years:
➡️ Hormone therapy can be safe, effective, and protective for many women.
➡️ Risks and benefits should be personalized, not generalized.
➡️ Women deserve accurate information and choice.

Let’s celebrate progress — and keep advocating for care that respects our bodies, our experiences, and our autonomy.

If you’re curious how hormone therapy may support pelvic floor health, mood, sleep, or your transition through perimenopause or postpartum — I’m here to help you explore evidence-based options.

Your wellness journey is personal, and you deserve clarity.

08/11/2025

Join me on December 13th at 11:00 AM PST for a free virtual webinar where we’ll talk through practical postpartum pantry staples, freezer-friendly meals, and simple ways to nourish your healing body in those early weeks.

Perfect for anyone preparing for birth, currently postpartum, or supporting a loved one in their fourth trimester.

Register on my website: herpathotandwellness.com
(Or tap the link in bio!)

Can’t wait to share this space with you wellness

02/11/2025

Today was so special.
Thank you to everyone who came to the babywearing workshop—your presence, your questions, your stories, and your babies made this space feel supportive, connected, and real. We loved seeing you try new carries, adjust fit, and settle into that sweet rhythm of closeness + confidence.

If today made you realize you’d like more individualized support:
I offer 1:1 babywearing consults (virtual or in-person) where we walk through the exact carrier you use, positioning for your comfort, infant alignment and safety, feeding considerations, and ways to make babywearing feel nourishing for your body. You can book directly at herpathotandwellness.com.

And if you missed today, don’t worry!
We’ll be hosting more workshops after the New Year with new topics, more hands-on practice, and community connection. Stay tuned here for dates + sign-ups.

So grateful for this growing community.
Thank you, truly.

30/10/2025

Growing Families Consulting By Heather Kleinhans and I met with Visalia Talks to promote our babywearing workshop happening this weekend, registration is open for a few more hours! In our interview we also talk a little bit about each of our businesses and how we support the women in our community! Check it out here and see you on Saturday!

In this episode of Visalia Talks, we sit down with Kelsie and Heather to chat about their upcoming Baby Wearing Workshop happening Saturday, November 1st at ...

27/10/2025

Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 🌍✨

Pelvic health OTs help bridge the gap between medical care and real life — guiding people to move, lift, laugh, and live confidently in their bodies again. From postpartum recovery to pelvic pain, from bladder leaks to body awareness, we help you reconnect with your body’s rhythm and restore function where it matters most.

Here’s to all the OTs helping others find their path back to strength, connection, and joy — one breath and one movement at a time.

26/10/2025

In honor of Halloween coming up, I had to jump in on the trend! A haunted house… but it’s filled with pelvic health myths.

From “just do Kegels” to “you’re cleared at six weeks,”
it’s time to stop tiptoeing around the ghosts of outdated advice.

At HerPath OT + Wellness, I help women heal with evidence, compassion, and a little humor —
because pelvic health doesn’t have to be scary.

Which haunted room have you been stuck in?
Save this post for the next time you hear something spooky disguised as “normal.”

13/10/2025

Babywearing supports emotional and physical regulation for both baby and parent.
It helps your baby feel safe, promotes deeper rest, and builds the connection that shapes early development.

Join and I for a Babywearing Workshop on Nov 1 in Visalia — a calm, supportive space to learn the art and science of carrying your baby close.

Register at herpathotandwellness.com or book a private consult for personalized support.

10/10/2025

Come join Growing Families Consulting By Heather Kleinhans and I for a wonderful afternoon of baby wearing education! If you are having trouble finding your perfect fit or feeling overwhelmed by your choices, this workshop is the perfect introduction to a few carriers plus options to look at many more styles! We are also booking 1:1 consultations if you need more specific guidance! Visit herpathotandwellness.com for more information!

08/10/2025

Hey mama, if you delivered by C-section, your pelvic floor and core still need recovery. Pregnancy stretches the pelvic floor, and surgery affects how your abs and pelvic floor work together.

Scar tissue can sometimes limit mobility, cause tightness, or even impact bladder and back health. Gentle scar mobilization — once cleared by your provider — can improve comfort and healing.

Healing isn’t just about your incision — it’s about reconnecting your whole body. I’d love to support you in your recovery.