A lot of clients (and random people who find out what I do for a living) ask me about perineal massage. So here’s the 411…..
First, decide whether you feel more comfortable going solo or with a partner.
Next, the person performing the massage should wash their hands and trim their nails.
Gather up your favourite lube and a hand towel. [...]
Posted on June 3rd, 2010 by Shannon
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On Saturday May 22, 2010 at approx. 2:15pm I became a vegan.
I was attending Doula at the Zoo in Moncton, but at that exact moment I was listening to Line Belanger give her the talk “Nothin’ But Mammals”.
She explained how we’ve bred dairy cows to the point they can’t give birth without the use of chains [...]
Posted on May 25th, 2010 by Shannon
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Rebirth: Our Fertile Planet Art Exhibit
Wed, 05/05/2010 – 09:41 | by Domina Doll
Photo credit
An art exhibit exploring the connection between birth and the earth
Being an artist, I am thrilled when an exhibition opens in town that pertains to sexuality or erotica. Unfortunately, Halifax is so conservative, erotic art shows or art exhibitions that contain sexual themes [...]
Posted on May 14th, 2010 by Shannon
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Who wants to watch Orgasmic Birth with me? Everyone is welcome, moms, dads, doulas, birth junkies and everyone inbetween!
Come on over, Mon April 26th at 1pm, I’ll have snacks
If you aren’t able to make it in the afternoon, we could get together in the evening, later in the week.
Email me info@halifaxbirth.com for my address
Posted on April 19th, 2010 by Shannon
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I have sex with men (one man in particular)
My first crush was on Jessica Lange
I have never burned a bra
I have stomped on a misogynistic, strapless, underwire contraption
I have 2 children
I often feel like my husband cooks, cleans and parents way more than I do
Sometimes I feel like a single parent, trapped in the laundry [...]
Posted on March 22nd, 2010 by Shannon
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As with any info and/or recommendations regarding vitamin supplements check with your naturopath before changing your dosages. I’m reposting this article because I think it is useful information, not as an endorsement of any kind.
Vitamin D – The Cure For Many Diseases – Norman Shealy, M.D.
PhD- article be Gail Dahl
“Dr. Joe Prendergast has managed over 1500 diabetic [...]
Posted on March 10th, 2010 by Shannon
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If you aren’t using lube during sex you’re missing out my friends!
Lube is good, lube is fun.
Changes in body chemistry due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, menopause, anti-depressants, where you are in your cycle – all of these things will have an effect on your ability to produce vaginal lubrication. And if there is any butt play [...]
Posted on February 3rd, 2010 by Shannon
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I will be aware of my self.
I will be aware of my intention in my conversations, my personal agenda, my emotions, fears, judgments and opinions. If I am unable to get over any of my personal judgments and emotions about the person(s) , the result will be less effective communication, but I will be honest about what’s happening and will [...]
Posted on January 28th, 2010 by Shannon
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Congratulations, you’re pregnant!- presented by Shannon Hardy
Come join us to find out more about your crazy libido (or lack thereof!)
We’ll cover sex positions to accommodate your beautiful yet expanding belly and discuss how toys, lube
and wedges might become sex essentials.
1.5 hours
Venus Envy, 1598 Barrington St. www.venusenvy.ca
Feb 28, 2010 @ 5:30pm
for everyone
$20.00 (limited income $10.00)
call Venus [...]
Posted on January 18th, 2010 by Shannon
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First I must thank my friend G for that oh-so-apt word play!
We just spent close to $300 on the washing machine because we were too lazy (or tired or overworked or didn’t notice) and didn’t put our baby socks and breastpads in a mesh bag.
That’s right, I blogged about the amazingness of the mesh bag [...]
Posted on January 11th, 2010 by Shannon
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