Michelle Sanders Massage Therapy

Last day of full body treatments today! It’s been sad saying bye to my clients over the last few weeks. Thank you so much for all your well wishes.

Mat leave officially starts on Friday after a day of corporate massage. Then it’s some intensive attention on myself for birth prep including osteopathy, massage, acupuncture, hypnobirthing, meditation, reiki and prenatal yoga - I need unravelling after 32 weeks of growing a human and giving my energy to others 😅

I’m also planning ahead for my postnatal transition - something I didn’t plan for with baby number 1 - ooops 🫢 - I’m learning about Ayurvedic recipes, massage, belly binding and much more.

Excited to be a family of four. See you soon little one, love mama # # #

Following birth we often feel delicate and in need of some mothering ourselves. Through a process of different techniques the concept is to help you process birth, decompress the stresses of new motherhood and close your energy field. This ritual is aimed to give you a deep sense of nourishing touch, restoration, love and healing. Your womb space is gently massaged to encourage recovery and your hips are wrapped in a manta scarf for support and then gently lulled to give you a feeling of being held. The entire body is then wrapped in a large sheet and a blanket to cocoon you. A combination of Reiki and massage of the head and feet are also included. Please wear comfortable loose clothing.

(This treatment is also beneficial for those who have sadly suffered pregnancy loss or termination and feel in need of some care and reconnection - please specify in advance.)

NEW ‘Hot’ massage balm to ease discomfort and bring warmth to aching muscles. As always all my massage mediums are natural and of premium quality - I never use cheap stuff. This little hottie contains warming essential oils: Arnica, Camphor, Black Pepper, Cajuput, Ginger and Capsicum which traditionally renowned for the relief of muscular stiffness and joint pain.

Me and my pal Heather () back this bank holiday - another amazing fully booked weekend of massage. We had lots of more folk going for a 30 minute Thai Foot Massage which we were really pleased about as it’s absolutely heavenly. Thinking of adding a shorter treatment to my usual treatment menu 🤔. Thank you to everyone who booked in, we really love seeing you every year - you are all a joy to massage. Big thank you to Heather for keeping me going and sharing hilarious moments of insanity which usually kicks in by Sunday afternoon!

I’ve just recovered from a well known virus currently doing the rounds in Shrewsbury 🙄

This is a bit of my much needed self prep to help me get back into the zone for work on Friday.

🧘‍♀️yin yoga
🌱grounding aromatherapy
🪶energy cleanse
💭manifest & meditation

In the west we tend to think we can ‘borrow time from tomorrow’ meaning we burn the candle at both ends and then wonder why we feel so stressed out and unwell.

Since I started my reiki journey it’s really helped me to stop when I let that western mentality creep up on me and realise……what holistic things can I serve to myself?! 😮😆

Anyway, must get back to my self care. I’ve watched far too much ‘Bluey’ with my 2 year old over my time off 😵‍💫

Wellness is everything,
Michelle x

Cold compresses, fan on full, and my new summer sheets needed today! Loving the heat and thinking of ways to make my clients as comfortable as possible during their massage.

Little shout out to say I’ll be offering reiki treatments very soon! Currently putting a few finishing touches together to make sure I have the perfect treatment ready for you to book in.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 star Google review - who doesn’t love a massage gift voucher for their birthday or special occasion! There’s only so much ‘stuff’ you really need. Wellbeing is everything ☯️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A 5 star review from a new client last week. It really makes my day when someone takes the time to leave me a Google review.

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