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Non-Anemic Iron Deficiency

by Barbara Horsley | Jul 1, 2017 | Happy Belly, Happy Uterus | 10 comments

Back in 2014 I started feeling more tired than usual and was having difficulty concentrating. So, my doctor (ND) checked my iron and ferritin (storage form of iron) levels and ran a CBC (complete blood count). Lab reference ranges have a much wider... READ MORE

Self Ovarian Massage

by Barbara Horsley | Jun 19, 2017 | Classes, Happy Belly, Happy Uterus, ovaries

Proper circulation to, from, and around the ovaries is vital for optimal physiological function. All organs, including the uterus and ovaries, have unique motility and mobility. When organs lose their mobility due to adhesions, congestion, structural restrictions, or... READ MORE

Wisdom From Within-Internal Organ Synergy

by Barbara Horsley | Jun 16, 2017 | Happy Belly

Five Element Theory of Chinese Medicine is a complex theory which evolved from observing nature and the five elements found in nature, fire, earth, metal, water, and wood. We are part of nature and a microcosm of nature encapsulating the elements are within us. No one... READ MORE

C-Sections Scars & Adhesions

by Barbara Horsley | May 17, 2017 | abdominal adhesions, c-section, Classes, Happy Belly, Happy Uterus | 6 comments

C-section scars and adhesions can cause abdominal and pelvic pain, fertility issues, bowel obstruction, trapped fluid, negatively affect the surrounding organs (bladder and intestines) and even change how the cells of an organ act via mechanotransduction (the conversion of mechanical stimuli into chemical activity). Severe adhesions can also affect posture.

FlexiSpot Sit/Stand Workstation Review

by Barbara Horsley | Mar 26, 2017 | Alignment, Happy Belly, Happy Uterus

I have the 27-inch model. They also have a 35 inch one. What I like about the FlexiSpot: It’s sturdy! Holds up to 35 lbs and doesn’t wiggle when you use it to write on. Well made Comes in black or white The smooth up and down motion Built in tablet... READ MORE

Chew Challenge

by Barbara Horsley | Mar 9, 2017 | digestion, Happy Belly | 3 comments

Do you wonder why you get gassy and bloated after meals? Do your friends refer to you as the easter egg nobody found? Well, it’s important to know that each stage of digestion works as well as the previous stage. The chemical process starts before we even put... READ MORE

Teen Menstrual Health Questions Answered

by Barbara Horsley | Dec 20, 2016 | Happy Belly, Happy Uterus

Thank you all for filling out the Survey! I’ve compiled the answers to your questions here for easy access. Keep in mind, I’m not a doctor. I’m a body worker specializing in reproductive and digestive health. My training as a Visceral Manipulation™... READ MORE

Review: 3 Abdominal Therapies

by Barbara Horsley | Jul 22, 2016 | Classes, Happy Belly, Happy Uterus

In this article I’ve outlined three different forms of abdominal massage therapy that I’ve trained in. I’ve also included a general layout of each of the educational paths.

Manual Thermal Evaluation

by Barbara Horsley | May 10, 2016 | abdominal massage, Happy Belly, Happy Uterus

Manual Thermal Evaluation (MTE) is an evaluation technique I use to look for a shift in temperature and then evaluate the size, shape and qualities of the thermal shift. These variations give me information about functional, emotional or structural areas of imbalance.