“Birth is a huge, life-expanding experience that deserves to be treated with honor. We recognize that those who give birth are strong and powerful, and must be respected, listened to, and supported during every step of the birth journey. We believe it is every birthing person's right to give birth in the place that they feel is best for them, in the way that they want, with the people they choose to be around them. As doulas, our role is to do everything we can to help our clients have the safest, most satisfying birth possible.”

Essentials oils are everywhere smelling amazing most of the time. From multi-level marketing to farmer’s markets to instagram, there are a ton of companies making promises.

“Movement is a language, our first language. Nonverbal and movement communication begins in utero and continues throughout the lifespan. Dance/movement therapists believe that nonverbal language is as important as verbal language and use both forms of communication in the therapeutic process.

Dance/movement therapy (DMT) is defined by the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) as the psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration of the individual, for the purpose of improving health and well-being.”

“Are you managing a chronic illness? You are not alone.

In fact, an astounding 45% of all Americans are living with one or more chronic health care conditions in the United States, mostly invisible to others. Chronic Illness impacts not only you, but all of your interpersonal relationships. It can be difficult to relate to others who do not live with this added burden. The emotional impact of living with a chronic illness can be isolating, but it does not have to be.”

We’ve all heard of pheromones as reason for sexual chemistry, but what about our the hormones. Is there a hormonal connection between lovers and potential lovers? Tune into this class to learn

Most of us are now spending almost 100% of our time indoors. One of the scariest realities is that the air quality of our homes could actually be more toxic than the air we breath outside. Toxic emissions build up from things that we use on a daily basis like stoves, cleaning products, disinfectants, deodorizers and even scented candles.

In this episode of Wellness Wednesdays, we will be chatting about learning the right tools that resonate to help us “tap into” that “Bliss Body” no matter what our physical bodies are able to do, or what thoughts are in our minds. To learn more on the positive effects of listening to our intuition, and going within, tune in to this live stream where I'll be chatting with Global Self-Love Yoga teacher, Beth Parasmo.

"I can't make you live longer but I can help you move as long as you live".

In this episode of Wellness Wednesdays, we will be discussing how fitness should be viewed as a journey, not an exact destination; how people achieve greater success by enjoying working out through focusing more on strength or life-based goals and looking at the bigger picture. If you want to start taking control of your health, join me in this episode together with one of my favorite people, a personal trainer and a fitness coach, Brittany Ruscitto.

THIS CLASS WILL ADDRESS THE HEART AND THROAT CHAKRAS: OUR CENTERS OF COMPASSION, EMPATHY, LOVE, FORGIVENESS AND TRUTH. Dr. Ivy will educate us on herds and naturopathic remedies for physical aspects of the heart and throat chakras, make time for your Q&A, then we'll dance, journal, and meditate in the way that only Chakralesque can do!

Many people only consider physical therapy after they are injured. After healing from broken bone or surgery they are referred by their orthopedist or surgeon to start the process of becoming mobile again through physical therapy. The common idea that physical therapy is rehab after something has already occurred is limit.

Historically considered a feminist tool, the birth control pill is prescribed to millions of teens and women for a multitude conditions from acne, to fibroids to contraception. Now that women have been taking hormonal birth control for decades at increasing rates, are their long-term effects on your health? Tune into this class to learn

Kimchi, sauerkraut, kombucha, keifir, yogurt, and even sourdough bread might be the new staples of a healthy diet. Of course they are not so cutting edge as most cultures have included fermented foods as part of their diets for thousands of years. In the past, fermentation helped to preserve foods before the advent of refrigeration because the beneficial microbes made the environment uninhabitable to harmful bacteria.

Positive human touch is a vital part of human interaction and wellbeing. In fact, research has shown being deprived of human contact or being “touched starved” can lead to mental and physical health issues. To dive in deeper into the importance of touch and to the connection that every soul desires, I will be having

Wow what a year it has been! Due to condition beyond our control, many of us have spent more of our time in stress and worry than ever before. Fear of our financial future, the health of our family or the grim prospect of never being able to find a partner has been keeping many of us up at night or paralyzed us with stress in the morning.

Positive human touch is a vital part of human interaction and wellbeing. In fact, research has shown being deprived of human contact or being “touched starved” can lead to mental and physical health issues. To dive in deeper into the importance of touch and to the connection that every soul desires, I will be having

Wow what a year it has been! Due to condition beyond our control, many of us have spent more of our time in stress and worry than ever before. Fear of our financial future, the health of our family or the grim prospect of never being able to find a partner has been keeping many of us up at night or paralyzed us with stress in the morning.

Dr. Ivy and the fabulous Kacey Cardin bring you a night of herbs and chakra exploration through burlesque dance. Dr Ivy will educate you on aphrodisiacs and naturopathic remedies for the sacral center, then we'll physically, mentally, emotionally, and energetically work through anything that stands in the way of our divine right to pleasure, joy, and sexy spirituality.

Dr. Ivy Branin ND is back to teach us how to love, pleasure and be pleasured during the potentially stressful time of menopause.

Positive human touch is a vital part of human interaction and wellbeing. In fact, research has shown being deprived of human contact or being “touched starved” can lead to mental and physical health issues. To dive in deeper into the importance of touch and to the connection that every soul desires, I will be having

Wow what a year it has been! Due to condition beyond our control, many of us have spent more of our time in stress and worry than ever before. Fear of our financial future, the health of our family or the grim prospect of never being able to find a partner has been keeping many of us up at night or paralyzed us with stress in the morning.

Is divinity the cure for migraines?! Maybe not entirely, but you might be surprised to learn the correlation between headaches, migraines, tension, and your crown chakra. Join us to learn more! We've created this class around the crown chakra to help you overcome some of the most common issues surrounding it like headaches and migraines. You'll walk away with knowledge and strategies to overcome these issues so you can be your best self in the New Year!

Like it or not one thing in life we can’t chose is our family (well at least the strict definition). Some people are blessed with loving supportive families while others have toxic destructive families. Probably most people would fall somewhere in the middle. In this time of social distancing, separation can feel extremely difficult for those who long to be with family.

Often when someone suggests we see a therapist, we think talk therapy. But “talking” isn’t the only way to help us resolve past trauma, develop better coping strategies or reduce anxiety or depression. Art therapy can be an excellent way to address mental health issues especially for people who find talk therapy limiting.

Often when someone suggests we see a therapist, we think talk therapy. But “talking” isn’t the only way to help us resolve past trauma, develop better coping strategies or reduce anxiety or depression. Art therapy can be an excellent way to address mental health issues especially for people who find talk therapy limiting.

The fabulous Kacey Cardin and I created this class around the throat chakra. Yes this chakra is about the throat but it also governs our thyroid and metabolism. So I am excited to share with you some of my favorite herbs for thyroid and metabolism.

Like it or not one thing in life we can’t chose is our family (well at least the strict definition). Some people are blessed with loving supportive families while others have toxic destructive families. Probably most people would fall somewhere in the middle. In this time of social distancing, separation can feel extremely difficult for those who long to be with family.

If you have been experiencing trouble sleeping, depression, frequent colds and flus, headaches, lack of energy, and upset stomach, stress could be to blame. Every day we encounter situations that bring stress into our lives such as traffic, deadlines, and even our loved ones. All this stress if not handled properly can eventually take a major toll on our health and wellbeing.

Relationships can be wonderful part of being alive except when they are not. Some relationships unfortunately toxic and can be made worse due to substance abuse and emotional eating. Now that we are spending so much time indoors with our loved ones these issues are more intense than ever especially as people seek comfort in addictive behaviors.

The fabulous Kacey Cardin and I created this class around the heart chakra. Yes this chakra is about the heart but it also governs our respiratory and immune system. So I am excited to share with you some of my favorite herbs for immune and respiratory support. Just in time for cold and flu season!

Naturopathic doctor, Ivy Branin will separate the facts from fiction so that you will be able to choose the best probiotic to meet your health goals.