Happy halloween!

...and check out our new sling!

3 weeks old

Raya went to the doc yesterday and she's now 9 lbs 1 oz! she gained 2 lbs from her birth weight and she is healthy as can be....except for her temper: the doctor asked which parent her temper comes from....i hear i was a happy peaceful baby, so it cant be from me!!! :) we're doing well though!

16 days old

Raya is 16 days old...we video-chatted with grandma and grandpa lemle last night--they miss her! it was nice they were able to spend time with her her first week of life:) Raya seems to want to nurse all day long the past couple of days so she should be growing!! the top pic is from a video chat with uncle randy, and the bottom is from a video chat with the grandparents...once i find my camera i'll take some better pics if her! love to everyone -katy

Raya Luna Castronovo!

She's here! Katy went into labor about 5pm yesterday and delivered beutifully at the Birth Center in Gainesville at almost 11pm. Raya and Katy are both doing great, we are all resting now, but very excited about this beautiful new baby girl!

Reflexology Case Study

I recently completed a certification in Hand and Foot Reflexology. Reflexology is an ancient holistic healing technique that is based on the theory that there are reflexes in the hands and feet that correspond to every part, organ, and gland of our bodies. By applying pressure to these points, circulation is increased, bringing about health and healing to the whole body. I've really enjoyed practicing reflexology and am excited to learn more and more about it!

As part of my education, I had to do a case study, meaning I worked with a person with a particular health issue for 6 weeks, and the client kept a journal and I kept notes in response to the treatments I gave him. I then wrote up my findings, and my teacher just posted it to the school's website.....check it out! -Katy

Panic Disorder and Reflexology