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KinFolk Haven Wellness Centre

## Labour & Delivery Workshop

Step into a nurturing and supportive journey for expecting parents at Kindred.

Prepare for the journey of birth with guidance, hands-on support, and community in our **Labour & Delivery Workshop**. This session is designed for expecting parents and their birth partners, offering practical tools, movement-based support, and space to build confidence for labour and delivery.

Rooted in prenatal yoga, hands-on bodywork, and doula-inspired care, this workshop draws on my experience as a massage therapist and osteopathy student to help parents connect deeply with their bodies, their babies, and each other. Together, we create a gentle and welcoming environment where questions are encouraged, fears can soften, and trust in your body’s wisdom for birth can grow.

In This Workshop, You Will:

* Learn about the stages of labour and what to expect physically and emotionally throughout the process
* Explore movement, positioning, and comfort techniques to support each stage of labour
* Practice breathing, relaxation, and mindfulness strategies to stay grounded and present
* Gain hands-on guidance for partners to provide effective and supportive care during labour

**Price includes two participants:** the expecting parent and one birth partner.


 Date

**Sunday, June 14 | 2:30–5:00 PM**

Step into this workshop ready to learn, practice, and prepare for a more empowered birth experience.

Labour & Delivery Workshop

Under the Gemini New Moon, we come together to reflect, connect, and share intentions in a supportive space.

This gathering is an invitation to slow down and step out of the busyness of daily life. Through gentle movement, guided breath, and quiet reflection, we create space to release what feels heavy and reconnect with what matters most.

Gemini energy invites curiosity, expression, and new ways of thinking—offering a moment to check in with your thoughts, your voice, and what you’d like to call in moving forward.

We’ll move through a slow, grounding practice, followed by guided journaling and intention setting. To close, we’ll share in a simple, creative art activity—allowing space for expression in a more intuitive way—alongside tea and quiet connection.

No experience is needed. This is a space to come as you are.

New Moon Reset — Gemini

Initial Visit | What to Expect

Your first session is 75 minutes, allowing time to understand your body, your concerns, and your goals—while still receiving a personalized treatment.

We’ll begin with a conversation about your health history and what’s been coming up for you. From there, I’ll guide a brief assessment to better understand how your body is moving and where support is needed.

Your treatment will be tailored to you, using a blend of therapeutic massage and osteopathic-based techniques, depending on what your body needs that day.

After your session, we’ll take a moment to check in and discuss any recommendations or next steps, if needed.

What to Bring
• Comfortable clothing (shorts, leggings, tank top or sports bra)
• Any relevant medical information—such as X-rays, imaging, or reports—that may help support your care
• A list of current medications (if applicable)

Intial Visit - 75 Minute Therapeutic

A shorter, focused session designed to target specific areas of tension, pain, or restriction. Ideal for maintenance or when you need support for one primary concern.

Treatments are tailored to what your body needs that day, using a blend of therapeutic techniques and a whole-body approach to help restore movement and ease discomfort.

45 Minute Therapeutic

A focused, personalized treatment designed to address areas of tension, pain, or restriction while supporting overall balance in the body. Each session is tailored to what you need that day—whether that’s deeper, targeted work or a more restorative approach.

Drawing from both massage therapy and osteopathic-based principles, treatments are approached with a whole-body perspective to support lasting change, not just temporary relief.

60 Minute Therapeutic

A balanced, integrative session that allows time to move beyond just one area and look at how your body is functioning as a whole.

This treatment creates space to address your primary concerns while also working more broadly to support movement, release patterns of tension, and restore balance. It’s ideal if you’re needing more than a focused session, but not quite a full 90 minutes.

Each session is tailored to you, blending therapeutic massage with osteopathic-based techniques to support deeper, more lasting change.

75 Minute Therapeutic

A comprehensive, unhurried session designed to support deeper, more lasting change—addressing the body, mind, and nervous system as a whole.

This treatment allows time to work through multiple areas of concern while also creating space to slow down, reconnect, and reset. Through a blend of therapeutic massage and osteopathic-based techniques, we work to unwind patterns of tension, improve mobility, and support overall balance—physically and mentally.

Ideal for those seeking more in-depth care, full-body integration, or a session that supports both physical relief and a deeper sense of grounding.

90 Minute Therapeutic

✨ Osteopathic Practice Sessions ✨

BOOKING MONDAY AND FRIDAYS ONLY

As I complete my second year of osteopathic studies at CCMH in Halifax, I’m offering a limited number of practice-based treatments as I continue to deepen my hands-on skills and integration.

These sessions are intended for those working within more limited healthcare coverage, while also allowing me to continue growing as a student and refining my approach.

Each treatment includes a thorough assessment process and may incorporate techniques such as myofascial release, visceral work, craniosacral therapy, and lymphatic techniques—within the scope of massage therapy.

This offering reflects my commitment to evolving as a practitioner while continuing to provide intentional, effective care.

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✨ 60 minutes — $60

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Please note: these sessions are billable under your health insurance, as they fall within massage therapy treatment coverage.

Compassionate Pricing Session – Manual Therapy Treatment (60 Minutes | $60)

A blended session combining hands-on therapeutic work with energy-based support to address both the physical body and subtle energetic system.

This treatment weaves together massage and osteopathic-based techniques with Reiki to help release tension, restore flow, and support a deeper sense of balance—physically, mentally, and energetically.

Ideal for those looking to slow down, reset, and reconnect, this session offers a more holistic approach to care, meeting you where you are and supporting integration on multiple levels.

60 Minute Massage and Reiki Combined

A supportive, nurturing treatment designed specifically for pregnancy—helping to ease tension, reduce discomfort, and create space for rest and connection.

Using safe, gentle positioning and tailored techniques, this session focuses on common areas of strain such as the low back, hips, and shoulders, while also supporting circulation and nervous system regulation.

Each treatment is adapted to your stage of pregnancy and how your body is feeling that day, offering both physical relief and a sense of calm

60 Minute Prenatal Massage

A gentle, supportive treatment designed specifically for children and youth.

These sessions focus on helping kids feel more at ease in their bodies—whether they’re experiencing tension, growing pains, sports-related strain, or simply needing support to relax and reset.

Treatments are always adapted to the child’s comfort level, using age-appropriate techniques and a calm, safe approach. Sessions may include light therapeutic work, movement-based techniques, and time to help them settle into the space.

Parental input is welcomed, and communication is kept open to ensure each child feels comfortable, supported, and at ease throughout their session.

45 Minute Child 12 and Under

20 minute and greet to see if I would be good fit, and discuss the roles a doula plays during the birthing process

Initial Consultation- Birth Doula

Follow up consultation for pre existing birth doula clients only

Birth Doula Meeting

45 Minute Reiki Treatment

Full body healing. This specialized treatments is tailored to your individuals bodies needs. 

With the baseline of the treatment being massage therapy, focusing on the nervous system for deep rest and decompress. Adding another layer of techniques from the roots of myofascial, thai massage, maya abdominal massage, aromatherapy, sound healing and reiki. 

This focused treatment is tailored to your bodies overall wellbeing. Expect energy shifts, and  possible release. Your breathe is the anchor to this personalized healing session, trust and communication is important via client to practicer.

Combined Massage and Energy Healing

Private Classes at Kindred Health Collective

Elevate your wellness journey with our exclusive private classes at Kindred Health Collective, where personalized attention meets the healing touch of massage therapy. These tailored sessions incorporate hands-on support, offering a unique blend of movement and therapeutic massage to enhance your well-being. Even better, these classes qualify for reimbursement under health benefits, adding extra value to your self-care investment.

Availability:
- Days: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Perfect for intimate gatherings or special occasions, these private classes offer a wonderful opportunity to celebrate birthdays, bachelorettes, baby showers, and other milestones with a focus on wellness and connection.

Discover how our private classes can add a meaningful touch to your celebrations, leaving you and your guests feeling rejuvenated and cherished. Book your session today and experience the transformative power of personalized care.

Maria Payne

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