Author: Audrea Morado
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Welcoming the Year of the Horse
We are just a little over a month away from the Year of the Horse, which begins on February 17, 2026, and runs through February 5, 2027. After this past year, I am truly ready. The Year of the Snake brought deep lessons for me, especially around my health and mental health. While I honor…
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Holding Space: My Journey as a Birth Doula
Hi, I’m Audrea; the heart behind Tranquil Birth and Bodywork. I’ve always believed that birth is more than a medical event; it’s a sacred transition, a powerful rite of passage that deserves compassion, calmness, and support. Becoming a birth doula wasn’t just a career choice it was a calling. I serve Northern Colorado families with…
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Always Learning: Nurturing the Garden Within
Have you ever noticed how the most beautiful gardens are the ones that are consistently cared for? They’re watered, nourished, and given the space to grow. The same is true for us as individuals. Our minds, spirits, and skills are like gardens. The image of me watering flowers growing from my own head feels like…
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Healing Trauma Through Chakra Balancing
Trauma has a way of settling deep into the body, affecting not just our thoughts and emotions, but also our energy. Whether it’s from a single life-altering event or layers of lived experiences, trauma can leave us feeling disconnected, anxious, or emotionally numb. I’ve seen how this pain can show up in so many ways—and…
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Your Birth, Your Way — With Calm, Compassionate Support
Hi, I’m Audrea, your dedicated birth doula at Tranquil Birth and Bodywork. I believe every birthing person deserves to feel empowered, supported, and deeply cared for during pregnancy, labor, and beyond. Whether this is your first baby or your fifth, I’m here to walk with you every step of the way. My doula support isn’t…
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Move to Heal: The Power of Cupping in Motion at Tranquil Birth and Bodywork
At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, I’m committed to offering therapeutic bodywork that supports deep release and lasting relief. One of the most effective and empowering techniques I use is called Cupping in Motion; a modern, movement-based approach to traditional cupping therapy. What Is Cupping in Motion? Cupping in Motion combines gentle suction with guided movement…
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Gentle Relief for Shoulder Blade Tension and Finger Tingling
Have you ever noticed a dull ache around your shoulder blade that just seems to linger? Maybe you’ve also felt a bit of tingling in your ring finger and pinky. It might not be painful exactly—just uncomfortable enough to catch your attention. That’s exactly what I experienced long ago. The sensation came and went, but…
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The Healing Power of Sound Bath Therapy
At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, I believe in the power of holistic healing to nurture the body, mind, and spirit. One of my favorite offerings is Sound Bath Therapy—a deeply immersive experience that uses vibrational sound to restore balance and promote relaxation. Whether you’re looking for stress relief, emotional healing, or a way to reconnect…
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Add The Power of Sound: Supporting Labor with Singing Bowls, Breathwork, and Koshi Chimes to your Birth Doula Service
At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, I believe in harnessing the power of sound to create a calm, grounded, and empowering birthing experience. That’s why I’ve designed a unique add-on service that integrates sacral and root singing bowls, breathwork, and Koshi chimes into your home laboring process. Sound Healing in Labor: Why It Matters Sound has…
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Why I Became a Birth Doula: Blending Massage Therapy with Birth Support
As a massage therapist, I’ve spent years supporting people through physical and emotional transitions; relaxing tense muscles, easing discomfort, and helping clients reconnect with their bodies. Over time, I felt called to take that support even deeper. That calling led me to become a birth doula. While I haven’t yet attended a birth in an…
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Day 9 – Balancing All Seven Chakras: Integration and Harmony
Day 9 – Balancing All Seven Chakras: Integration and Harmony Here we are, beautiful soul, Day 9. We’ve journeyed through all seven chakras, from Root to Crown, exploring how each one supports our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Today is about bringing it all together, integrating what we’ve learned and finding a sense of balance…
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Day 8 – Crown Chakra: Connection, Spirit, and Higher Self
We’ve made it to the top. Welcome to Day 8, where we explore the Crown Chakra, or Sahasrara. Color Violet or White. Located at the crown of the head, this chakra connects us to something greater. Our source, divine wisdom, universal energy, or whatever spirit means to you. It’s where we release the need to…
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Day 7 – Third Eye Chakra: Intuition, Clarity, and Inner Vision
Welcome to Day 7 Today, we open up to the Third Eye Chakra (my FAVORITE Chakra!), also known as Ajna. This Chakra is a brilliant indigo blue. Located between the eyebrows, this chakra is the seat of your intuition, insight, and inner knowing. It’s the place that helps you see beyond the surface. Where wisdom,…
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Day 6 – Throat Chakra: Truth, Expression, and Authentic Voice
We’re moving into expression today. Welcome to Day 6, where we explore the Throat Chakra, or Vishuddha. This chakra glows blue for all to hear. This chakra sits at the throat and is all about speaking your truth, expressing your needs, and being heard. It’s where your inner world meets the outer world, through your…
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Day 5 – Heart Chakra: Love, Compassion, and Connection
We’ve arrived at the heart of it all. Welcome to Day 5, where we focus on the Heart Chakra, or Anahata. This chakras vibrant emerald green beams with healing, nurturing and balance. This chakra lives right at the center of your chest and bridges the lower physical chakras with the higher spiritual ones. It’s the…
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Day 4 – Solar Plexus Chakra: Power, Confidence, and Inner Fire
Welcome to Day 4, beautiful soul. Today, we focus on the Solar Plexus Chakra, known as Manipura, your center of personal power, self-worth, and motivation. This chakra glows a beautiful yellow fire. Located in the upper abdomen, this chakra fuels your sense of identity and direction. It’s the spark behind your willpower, the fire that…
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Day 3 – Sacral Chakra: Flow, Feelings, and Creativity
Welcome to Day 3 of our chakra exploration. Today, we journey into the Sacral Chakra, or Svadhisthana. This glowing orange chakra is the center of our emotions, sensuality, and creativity. Located just below the navel, this chakra is deeply connected to our ability to feel joy, express ourselves, and experience pleasure. It’s the energy of…
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Day 2 – Root Chakra: Grounded and Supported
Welcome to Day 2 of our chakra journey. Today, we begin at the base with the Root Chakra, also known as Muladhara. The color of this grounding Chakra is red. This chakra is all about feeling safe, grounded, and secure, both physically and emotionally. It’s our foundation, our anchor to the Earth, and it plays…
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Come Explore the Chakras with Me – A 9-Day Journey
Hello loves,I’m so excited to invite you on a 9-day journey with me through the chakra system, a beautiful energetic map of our body that holds so much wisdom and healing potential. Each day, we’ll focus on one chakra, beginning tomorrow with the Root and working our way up to the Crown. On the final…
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Unlocking the Power of Cupping in Motion: My Process and the Benefits
When most people think of cupping therapy, they imagine those stationary cups leaving circular marks. But there’s another powerful style I offer at Tranquil Birth and Bodywork called Cupping in Motion. It’s changing the way people experience pain relief, mobility, and relaxation. I want to take a moment to explain what cupping in motion is,…
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Understanding the Psoas Muscle: A Key to Relieving Hip and Lower Back Pain
At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, we know that the body’s interconnectedness is a key factor in addressing discomfort and pain. One often-overlooked muscle that plays a huge role in both hip and lower back pain is the psoas muscle. Whether you’re a runner, someone who works out regularly, or even if you sit at a…
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Meeting You Where You Are: A Core Value at Tranquil Birth and Bodywork
At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, I believe deeply in the power of presence. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned—both personally and professionally—is that healing is never linear, and no two journeys look the same. Whether you’re navigating trauma, exploring a new nutritional path, easing into a workout routine, or healing from a medical…
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Energetic Themes of the April Full Moon: Bloom, Release & Reawaken
As the April Full Moon rises—often called the Pink Moon—it brings with it the gentle yet powerful energy of transformation. This is a time when nature blossoms, and we are invited to do the same—shedding the old to make room for what’s blooming within. Whether you’re preparing for birth, deep in the postpartum shift, or…
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The Incredible Benefits of Massage for Mind and Body
At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, I truly believe in the power of healing through touch. Massage therapy isn’t just a luxury; it offers so many benefits for both the body and the mind. Whether you’re recovering from physical activity, managing stress, or simply looking to relieve discomfort, massage can have a profound impact on your…
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Sacred Space
I believe that the spaces we occupy have a direct impact on our mood, mindset, and overall well-being. Whether it’s the comfort of your home or the productivity-driven environment of your office, the energy in your space can either uplift or drain you. If you’ve ever walked into a room and felt an immediate shift…
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What is Cupping Therapy?
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative therapy through the use of suction, by means of glass or silicone cups. This ancient form of cupping therapy has been documented as far back at 400BC. It was even documented that the use of animal horns were once used for cupping therapy. (Don’t worry no animal…
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Chakra Balance
Experience deep healing and alignment with chakra balancing service at Tranquil Birth and Bodywork. Our bodies are energy systems, and when the chakras (energy centers) become blocked or unbalanced, it can lead to physical, emotional, and mental imbalances. Through a combination of energetic techniques, gentle touch, and intuitive guidance, this session helps restore balance to…
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What are Chakra’s?
What are Chakra’s? At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, I believe that true wellness goes beyond just the physical. It’s about nurturing your energy, emotions, and spirit, too. One of the key concepts I use in my practice to help clients feel balanced and aligned is the idea of chakras. But if you’re new to the…
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Welcome to Tranquil Birth and Bodywork Blog
Welcome to the Tranquil Birth and Bodywork Blog! I’m so happy you’ve found your way here. At Tranquil Birth and Bodywork, my mission is to create a safe, supportive space where you can reconnect with your body, nourish your spirit, and embrace the natural rhythms of life—whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating postpartum, or simply…
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