WELCOME!
Tucson's Perinatal Massage, Movement, and Wellness Practice


Roots to Bloom's books are currently CLOSED to new clients until AUGUST 15, 2020.

To be added to the wait list for September scheduling, you must read and agree to the new policies in place as a result of COVID19.

I understand the frustration when you are uncomfortable. However, the risks and possible complications for massage while pregnant are still being evaluated. NONE, and I do mean NONE of the precautions that licensed massage therapists undertake offer 100% protection from contracting the virus.

It is my heart felt desire to EMPOWER families to make INFORMED, EVIDENCE BASED decisions. Here are some basic things to consider before committing to getting any licensed massage.
  • Our own professional associations (that also carry our liability insurance) makes strong cautionary points about massage at this time.
  • The CDC has regular updates for special populations. PREGNANCY is considered a special population. Evidence shows that the risks are higher by 50%. CDC data used for my practice decisions are located HERE.
  • Our state's lack of solidarity on safety mitigation, lack of adequate/speedy testing/results and the fact that the virus can be passed from person to person without symptoms makes screening for massage safety incomplete. Unfortunately, another individual can be less than honest about their exposure, expose the therapist, who then potentially exposes the next client. 
    • Every therapist who chooses to work at this time has access to strict protocols to mitigate safety. Arizona's protocols are HERE. Our professional organization (one of) ABMP, is HERE. The strictest and most thorough protocol respected globally is HERE.
  • There is NO WAY of knowing how the virus will affect each individual, as we are no longer limited to the elderly, the ill of health, or comorbidity. 
It is hard enough to navigate giving birth during these times. A positive COVID test or exposure prior or close to your birth WILL CHANGE THE WAY your birth is managed, especially if you are giving birth in a hospital.

Please ask the HARD questions of any service that is less than the global 6ft social distance/each individual wearing a mask guideline. Most establishments have you sign a waiver, meaning you get that service at your own risk. 
BEYOND RELAXATION.
All prenatal and postpartum massage are not created equal. Bringing life into the world is holy work. Every mother deserves to be in capable, caring, and comfortable hands. 

Massage is an opportunity to relax and drop in, reduce stress, and connect with your baby...and it's an honor to hold space for both of you.

We confidently offer knowledgeable experience with
  • proper positioning and pressure (we aren't afraid to use it where appropriate)
  • massage for all three trimesters, from conception to birth
  • nurturing and therapeutic touch to help reduce stress and anxiety, encourage relaxation and calm
  • techniques to relieve specific issues such as tight and aching hips, glutes, low/mid back, sciatica, rib pain, and swelling
  • safe and nurturing massage for postpartum, at home or studio (baby is welcome), with techniques that help you heal faster with less discomfort and address diastisis recti, pubic symphisis dysfunction
  • massage supporting pelvic floor therapy, 
  • referrals to trusted providers of healthcare, self care and support for your parenting journey
ROOTS to BLOOM is located in central Tucson's Garden District, close to the Tucson Botanical Gardens. Future appointments will be held in a home studio with it's own separate entrance, and the address will be provided with future appointment session approval.