JIVE! NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION

For the third year, The Birth Circle is throwing a family friendly New Year's Eve party, JIVE!, and you and your family are invited!  This annual fundraiser is a fun and festive way to ring in the new year with the whole family and we hope to see you there!

• When:  Tuesday, December 31st from 5:30-7:30 pm
• Where:  Jackie O's
• What:  Music, dancing, food, and more!
• Cost: $15 for adults and $5 for children three and up
• Tickets are available on our website via Paypal at http://www.athensbirthcircle.com/JIVE!/ or at Fluff Bakery.
• Door prizes from several sponsors (see below)
• The ball drops at 7:00 pm!

**Last year we sold out early, so get your tickets now!!**

A heartfelt thanks to these wonderful JIVE! sponsors!  We encourage you to support them this holiday season:

• Ohio University Credit Union
• Jackie O's
• Fluff Bakery
• Matthew Sweeney Appraisals
• The Liz Maule Team of the Athens Real Estate Company
• Ohio University Credit Union
• The Athens Real Estate Company
• Snowville Creamery
• Arts West
• Frog Ranch
• Factory Street Studio
• Farmacy
• Casa Nueva
• Stuart's Opera House
• Trisha Lachman Piano Studio
• Inhale Yoga

DECEMBER PLAY GROUP

Thursday, December 5th from 3:00 to 5:00pm

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support in the kids' section of the Athens Library. All ages are welcome!

MAINTAINING A HEALTHY PARTNER RELATIONSHIP WHEN BABY COMES

THIS MONTH OUR MEETING WILL BE HELD ON **Tuesday** November 26th

from 7:00 to 8:30pm 

at the Athens Library

**Please note that this meeting is on a different day of the week than usual**

Join us for a discussion among parents about keeping your relationship on track after having a baby. How can you stay close and reduce stress? How can you make more time for each other and share childcare/household duties? Bring your questions and stories to share!

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, JENNIFER COCHRAN!

Jennifer Cochran is a licensed massage therapist at Ping Fitness Center on the campus of Ohio University and at the Athens Wellness Cooperative. Jennifer offers a therapeutic blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage, movement and myofascial release. A graduate of Otterbein College, Ohio University and Hocking College, Jennifer was drawn to massage therapy as a second career by the desire to help people heal their bodies and minds. While pregnant with her first child, Jennifer discovered the value of massage and osteopathic manipulation in relieving some of the aches and pains often associated with pregnancy. She is experienced in working on pregnant women and new mothers to relieve pain and discomfort related to pregnancy and postpartum issues.

740.593.6869, jennifer@athenswellnesscoop.com, www.facebook.com/JenniferCochranLMT

NOVEMBER PLAY GROUP

Thursday, November 7th from 3:00 to 5:00pm

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support in the kids' section of the Athens Library. All ages are welcome!

PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, November 6th

From 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 6

This support group is for anyone affected by pregnancy loss, including moms, dads, family members, and friends. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen.  Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 5, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

EPIDURALS

Wednesday, October 30th, from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens Library

Catie Mehl, LCCE, CD(DONA), BDT(DONA), CLC, will be joining us for a presentation on the benefits, risks, and trade-offs of epidural use, as well as reasons why a woman might chose to use an epidural during her labor.

Evening Sponsor:  Jennifer Cochran
740.593.6869

jennifer@athenswellnesscoop.com

www.facebook.com/JenniferCochranLMT

Jennifer Cochran is a licensed massage therapist at Ping Fitness Center on the campus of Ohio University and at the Athens Wellness Cooperative. Jennifer offers a therapeutic blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage, movement and myofascial release. A graduate of Otterbein College, Ohio University and Hocking College, Jennifer was drawn to massage therapy as a second career by the desire to help people heal their bodies and minds. While pregnant with her first child, Jennifer discovered the value of massage and osteopathic manipulation in relieving some of the aches and pains often associated with pregnancy. She is experienced in working on pregnant women and new mothers to relieve pain and discomfort related to pregnancy and postpartum issues.

CEREMONY HONORING PREGNANCY AND INFANT LOSS

Sunday October 27th
3:00pm
Sells Park
Avon Pl. Athens, OH

The Athens Birth Circle will hold a ceremony at the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Memorial Bench at Sells Park, to honor and celebrate the short lives of babies lost through miscarriage, stillbirth or in infancy. This year’s ceremony will include readings and a time of sharing. The event is open to the public, and children are welcome to attend. If parents are unable to attend the ceremony but would like their child’s name or due date spoken, or a particular poem or prayer read, they can contact The Birth Circle at: www.athensbirthcircle.com, molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

FAREWELL PARTY (POTLUCK) FOR DELPHINE SILVERMOON

Wednesday, October 16th from 5:30-8pm at Eclipse Company Store (here's a link to directions:  http://www.eclipsecompanytown.com)

Midwife Delphine Silvermoon is moving, and we are throwing a potluck party to say goodbye!  Please bring a dish to share, and beverages for your family.  We will have a journal for people to write in (and/or paste pictures), a circle time for sharing what Delphine has meant to you, and we will collect beads to string into a necklace for her to take on her journey.  Please RSVP by responding via email to molly.wales@yahoo.com, and spread the word to anyone who might be interested.  The basic agenda for the evening will be:  eat from 5:30-6:30pm, share from 6:30-8pm.

OCTOBER PLAY GROUP

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

Thursday, October 3rd from 3:00 to 5:00pm in the kids' section of the Athens Library

**INFERTILITY & LOSS SUPPORT GROUPS CANCELLED UNTIL NOVEMBER**

Our support groups for pregnancy loss and infertility have been canceled until November.  We are very sorry for the inconvenience.  If you are in urgent need of support, please contact Molly at 740-591-9409 or molly.wales@yahoo.com and we will do our best to help (add you to our Loss/Fertility Group on Facebook, put you in touch with other struggling parents, etc)

SEPTEMBER PLAY GROUP

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

Thursday, September 5th from 3:00 to 5:00pm in the kids' section of the Athens Library

ADOPTION/FOSTER STORIES AND OPTIONS

Wednesday, September 25

7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens Library

This month's meeting will include stories from parents who have adopted locally and internationally, a social worker's perspective on parenting adopted children, and representatives from Children's Services and Sojourners who will give a brief run-down of the adoption/foster/host home process.  Join us!

INFERTILITY & LOSS SUPPORT GROUPS CANCELED UNTIL NOVEMBER

Our support groups for pregnancy loss and infertility have been canceled until November.  We are very sorry for the inconvenience.  If you are in urgent need of support, please contact Molly at 740-591-9409 or molly.wales@yahoo.com and we will do our best to help (add you to our Loss/Fertility Group on Facebook, put you in touch with other struggling parents, etc)

PICNIC IN THE PARK

Wednesday, August 28

5:00 to 7:00pm at the park on Richland Ave

Every summer we dedicate one meeting to visiting and having some fun before the busy school year begins! Bring a picnic dinner for your family (please note this is not a potluck) and socialize with Birth Circle families both new and old.

9TH ANNUAL LA LECHE LEAGUE & BIRTH CIRCLE YARD SALE!!!

Friday, August 23 from 9am to 1pm AND

Saturday, August 24 from 8am to 3pm

Our big yard sale is coming up soon.  It's a fun event and a great opportunity to get rid of things you no longer need and load up on those you do.  We'll have tons of baby & kids clothes, toys and gear, maternity items, household items, furniture, electronics and more.   All proceeds benefit La Leche League and The Birth Circle!

Here's how you can help:

DONATE:

Donations accepted in Molly's garage at 25 S. May Ave (please note, she's moved - this is a different address than last year).  Donations accepted after 5pm on Saturday August 17 or anytime thereafter leading up to the sale.  Due to limited space, we will not be accepting adult clothing this year unless it's maternity.  It is super helpful if you are able to group and label donated items (for example, "boys 2T"), and place them in garage according to signs on tables.

SHARE:

We are in need of tables, tarps, and sun shades/canopies to facilitate the sale.  If you are willing to loan, please contact Angela (info below) or drop off items in Molly's garage labeled with your name and phone number.

VOLUNTEER:

We're looking for some awesome volunteers! Help needed to sort and organize items for the sale on Wednesday & Thursday, to work shifts on Friday & Saturday, to distribute flyers around town announcing sale, to make & put up signs directing people to the sale.

If you are able to help in any way or have questions, please let me know.  Thanks!

Angela Young

Angelajoyyoung@gmail.com

740-448-7461

*INFERTILITY & LOSS SUPPORT GROUPS: CANCELLED UNTIL NOVEMBER*

Our support groups for pregnancy loss and infertility have been canceled until November.  We are very sorry for the inconvenience.  If you are in urgent need of support, please contact Molly at 740-591-9409 or molly.wales@yahoo.com and we will do our best to help (add you to our Loss/Fertility Group on Facebook, put you in touch with other struggling parents, etc).

AUGUST PLAY GROUP

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support.  All ages are welcome!

Thursday, August 1

3:00 to 5:00pm in the kids' section of the Athens Library

MOVIE NIGHT! SHOWING OF "BIRTH STORY: INA MAY GASKIN AND THE FARM MIDWIVES"

Wednesday, July 31

7:00 to 9:00pm at the Athens Public Library

This award-winning documentary captures a spirited group of women who taught themselves how to deliver babies on a 1970s hippie commune, rescued modern midwifery from extinction, and changed the way a generation thought about childbirth.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR

RACHEL SZOSTECK, BAREFOOT BOOKS AMBASSADOR

Barefoot Books are award-winning affordable children's books written by independent authors and illustrators that encourage imagination, healthy living and global appreciation.   Rachel is selling Barefoot Books to help raise money for the Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation for her sister-in-law Nicole who has been battling a Desmoid Tumor for over 6 years and 100% of her earnings will go to the DTRF.  She will also be collecting orders for books to donate to Cincinnati Children's, where Nicole has been receiving her treatments. "Like" her page on facebook at facebook.com/barefootinthemeadow to learn about upcoming deals (hint: there will be Christmas in July!) or check out her online store at barefootinthemeadow.org.  

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, July 3

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 6

This support group is for anyone affected by infertility. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen. Please RSVP by Tuesday, July 2nd, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

* CANCELLED: PLAYGROUP *

This month's playgroup is canceled because it lands on July 4th.  Have a happy holiday!

NO MAY MEETING

There is no monthly meeting in May (because we take the rest of the month off after the Pregnancy & Baby Fair).  See below for details on our June meeting!

And thank you again to everyone who contributed to the 2013 Fair, as a sponsor, vendor, demo, or attendee!

We would like to thank the sponsors of this event and encourage you to support the local businesses that support our organization: 

Holzer Clinic
O'Bleness Health System/River Rose
University Medical Associates

Power 105

Minuteman Press

BirthWorks

Andi Roberts Photography

Athens Book Center

The Athens Wellness Club

Katy Kropf D.O.

Miss Christa’s Music Studio

Silvermoon Midwifery

Esali Birth

Cassie Meek Photography

PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, June 5
from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 6

This support group is for anyone affected by childbearing loss, be it miscarriage, stillbirth, or even mourning a pregnancy after your baby is born. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen. Please RSVP by Tuesday, June 4th, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ

Wednesday, June 26
7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library

Whether a child is four days old or four years old, it is not too early or too late to start building early literacy skills.  Every Child Ready to Read is a nationally recognized, research-based training program that promotes the practices of singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing to prepare children to be ready to learn to read when they reach school-age.  Amy King, Athens County Public Libraries, Youth Services Coordinator, will share this information, free books, and conversation about developing language skills in the very young.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, Rachel Szostek, Barefoot Books Ambassador
Barefoot Books are award-winning affordable children's books written by independent authors and illustrators that encourage imagination, healthy living and global appreciation.   Rachel is selling Barefoot Books to help raise money for the Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation for her sister-in-law Nicole who has been battling a Desmoid Tumor for over 6 years and 100% of her earnings will go to the DTRF.  She will also be collecting orders for books to donate to Cincinnati Children's, where Nicole has been receiving her treatments. "Like" her page on facebook atfacebook.com/barefootinthemeadow to learn about upcoming deals (hint: there will be Christmas in July!) or check out her online store atbarefootinthemeadow.org.  

SHARING BIRTH STORIES

Wednesday, April 24

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Every year we dedicate one meeting to the sharing of birth stories. Whether your children were born last week or decades ago, we invite you to share your story or just sit and listen to others. All backgrounds, experiences and choices are honored at all Birth Circle events.

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, May 1

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 8

This support group is for anyone affected by infertility. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 5th, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

PREGNANCY AND BABY FAIR!!!

Saturday, May 11th

from 10am-3pm

inside the Market On State 

If you haven’t been to this FREE event before, it is a one-stop event for all things pregnancy, baby, and family.  It is a chance to learn about and meet with health and childcare providers, birth workers, wellness programs and government agencies, all from our own community!  There will also be unique products for sale including natural cleaning products, handmade baby attire, wellness/beauty supplies and diaper bags and accessories. 

Activities include face-painting, a performance by the Athens Irish Dancers at 10am, as well as a chance for the kiddos to participate in a Kindermusik demonstration (11am, up to 18 months) and Kids Yoga class (12pm, ages 2 and up).  Plus, we have wonderful door prizes including photography sessions, birth preparation classes, baby supplies and a lot more.  Please join us to learn about all of the amazing resources that our community provides in order to help us grow healthy, happy families.  If you have any questions, or are interested in having a booth at this year’s Fair, please call 740-591-9409 or email AthensBirthCircle@Gmail.com

We would like to thank the sponsors of this event and encourage you to support the local businesses that support our organization: 

Holzer Clinic
O'Bleness Health System/River Rose
University Medical Associates

Power 105

Minuteman Press

BirthWorks

Andi Roberts Photography

Athens Book Center

The Athens Wellness Club

Katy Kropf D.O.

Miss Christa’s Music Studio

Silvermoon Midwifery

Esali Birth

Cassie Meek Photography.

PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, April 3

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 6

This support group is for anyone affected by childbearing loss, be it miscarriage, stillbirth, or even mourning a pregnancy after your baby is born. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen. Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 2nd, to molly.wales@gmail.com or 740-591-9409.

PLAY GROUP

Thursday, April 4

from 3:00 to 5:00pm

in the kids' section of the Athens Library

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

SHARING BIRTH STORIES

Wednesday, April 24

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Every year we dedicate one meeting to the sharing of birth stories. Whether your children were born last week or decades ago, we invite you to share your story or just sit and listen to others. All backgrounds, experiences and choices are honored at all Birth Circle events.

GOING BACK TO WORK

Wednesday, March 27

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

When your maternity leave is over, how do you find good child care?  What about pumping breast milk?  And how do you manage demanding days at work, after sleepless nights?  Moms will share their stories, and we invite you to bring your questions, concerns and ideas.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, JON ROSE AT NATIONWIDE INSURANCE

This month's meeting is sponsored by Jon Rose, associate agent at Nationwide Insurance here in Athens. Jon takes pride in working to protect families and their ever changing needs. This is anything from home and auto insurance, life insurance, retirement and anything in between. He makes sure that everyone he reaches gets the best possible service and makes sure that the financial future you have envisioned for your family becomes a reality.  You can reach Jon at rosej13@nationwide.com or 740-593-7311

PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, April 3

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 6

This support group is for anyone affected by childbearing loss, be it miscarriage, stillbirth, or even mourning a pregnancy after your baby is born. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen. Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 2nd, to molly.wales@gmail.com or 740-591-9409.

PLAY GROUP

Thursday, April 4

from 3:00 to 5:00pm

in the kids' section of the Athens Library

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

PLAY GROUP

Thursday, March 7

from 3:00 to 5:00pm

in the kids' section of the Athens Library

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

**NEW** NEW MOMS' GROUP!

New baby?  Trying to navigate the transition to motherhood? Just want to get out of the house for a bit?  Join the Birth Circle's New Mom's Group, a free 8-week program that helps you meet other new mamas, talk about the transition to motherhood and have a couple laughs over the baby's (or your partner's) postpartum antics. You will meet in a comfortable home environment where there is always a warm cup of cocoa, coffee or tea waiting for you! The group will start Monday, March 18th and will meet every Monday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am.  Please email Rachel Szostek (szostekrachel@gmail.com)  to register for the group--participation is limited to just 8 mamas (and your babies of course) in order to keep the group cozy.  Still expecting?  Stay tuned for announcements about future New Mom's Groups!

GOING BACK TO WORK

Wednesday, March 27

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

When your maternity leave is over, how do you find good child care?  What about pumping breast milk?  And how do you manage demanding days at work, after sleepless nights?  Moms will share their stories, and we invite you to bring your questions, concerns and ideas.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, BIRTHWORKS BIRTHING CLASSES

The next round of BirthWorks childbirth classes, taught by Molly Wales, begins on March 16th and meets for six Saturdays (this is the last session until Fall).  BirthWorks is based on the philosophy that every woman is born with the knowledge of how to give birth, and that a woman will labor best where she feels safest and most secure.  This course is for any woman with any birthing history.  It helps women gain confidence in their ability to birth, and helps birth companions learn ways they can make labor safer and more comfortable.  BirthWorks classes provide both a physical and emotional preparation for birth, and are suitable for parents planning a hospital, birthing center or home birth.  Scholarships available for young and low-income moms.  My website, with complete info and testimonials, is www.daraluzathens.com.  Contact me with questions or to register:  740-591-9409 or molly.wales@yahoo.com.

BIRTH AROUND THE WORLD

Wednesday, February 27

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Moms from around the world (China, Botswana, Guatemala and more!) share what birth and pregnancy are like in their countries.  We'd love to hear your story, too!

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, BIRTHWORKS BIRTHING CLASSES

The next round of BirthWorks childbirth classes, taught by Molly Wales, begins on March 16th and meets for six Saturdays (this is the last session until Fall).  BirthWorks is based on the philosophy that every woman is born with the knowledge of how to give birth, and that a woman will labor best where she feels safest and most secure.  This course is for any woman with any birthing history.  It helps women gain confidence in their ability to birth, and helps birth companions learn ways they can make labor safer and more comfortable.  BirthWorks classes provide both a physical and emotional preparation for birth, and are suitable for parents planning a hospital, birthing center or home birth.  Scholarships available for young and low-income moms.  My website, with complete info and testimonials, is www.daraluzathens.com.  Contact me with questions or to register:  740-591-9409 or molly.wales@yahoo.com.

PLAY GROUP

Thursday, March 7

from 3:00 to 5:00pm

in the kids' section of the Athens Library

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

**NEW** NEW MOMS' GROUP!

New baby?  Trying to navigate the transition to motherhood? Just want to get out of the house for a bit?  Join the Birth Circle's New Mom's Group, a free 8-week program that helps you meet other new mamas, talk about the transition to motherhood and have a couple laughs over the baby's (or your partner's) postpartum antics. You will meet in a comfortable home environment where there is always a warm cup of cocoa, coffee or tea waiting for you! The group will start Monday, March 18th and will meet every Monday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am.  Please email Rachel Szostek (szostekrachel@gmail.com)  to register for the group--participation is limited to just 8 mamas (and your babies of course) in order to keep the group cozy.  Still expecting?  Stay tuned for announcements about future New Mom's Groups!

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, February 6

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 8

This support group is for anyone affected by infertility. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 5th, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

FEBRUARY PLAY GROUP

Thursday, February 7

3:00 to 5:00pm

Join us in the kids' section of the Athens Library for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

BIRTH AROUND THE WORLD

Wednesday, February 27

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Moms from around the world share what birth is like in their countries!  If you would like to share at this meeting, or know a mom who might, please let Molly Wales know:

740-591-9409, molly.wales@yahoo.com.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, MASSAGE THERAPIST JENNIFER COCHRAN

Gestating a baby is hard work. Nurture yourself with massage. Licensed massage therapist Jennifer Cochran offers a therapeutic blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage, movement and myofascial release. Pregnancy massage is available for women at any stage of pregnancy to help you maintain flexibility and mobility, ease the aches and pains often associated with pregnancy and, perhaps most importantly, relax. Jennifer is experienced in working with expectant and post-partum moms and can tailor a session to your specific needs whether they include easing sciatic pain, relieving pressure and tension in the low back, or even activating pressure points to help get labor when the time comes. Home visits available upon request. Contact Jennifer Cochran at 740-595-6869, by email atjennijan@yahoo.com or find her on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/JenniferCochranLMT.

CAESAREAN PREVENTION

Wednesday, January 30

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Join Claudia Bashaw CD(DONA), and Catherine Lachman PCD(DONA) to discuss some of the tools a woman can use to prevent giving birth via Caesarean section.  They will offer suggestions for things you can do prenatally, as well as those you can do during labor to minimize the chances of having a C-section.  They will also briefly discuss some situations where this type of birth is necessary for the safety of the mother and child.

Evening Sponsor: Massage Therapist Jennifer Cochran

Gestating a baby is hard work. Nurture yourself with massage. Licensed massage therapist Jennifer Cochran offers a therapeutic blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage, movement and myofascial release. Pregnancy massage is available for women at any stage of pregnancy to help you maintain flexibility and mobility, ease the aches and pains often associated with pregnancy and, perhaps most importantly, relax. Jennifer is experienced in working with expectant and post-partum moms and can tailor a session to your specific needs whether they include easing sciatic pain, relieving pressure and tension in the low back, or even activating pressure points to help get labor when the time comes. Home visits available upon request. Contact Jennifer Cochran at 740-595-6869, by email atjennijan@yahoo.com or find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JenniferCochranLMT.