Get the Best Tutoring … Now Online! If you’re looking for support while schools are closed, keep the learning going and skills sharp with Sylvan of Kent’s proven, digital curriculum, now available with live, online tutoring sessions! We know you have a lot of options for online learning, but choosing your local Sylvan of Kent means your child will get the best results. Our students get up to 3x more growth in math and reading scores than their peers! You can now get those same great results conveniently in your home through online, face-to-face customized learning sessions with local teachers. Your child won’t miss a beat!
With Sylvan’s online sessions, your child will:

• Get flexible support for his or her unique needs
  Whether your child is navigating take-home packets, online lessons from school, ACT® or SAT® Prep, or something else, he or she will get access to our great, in-center programs and certified teachers through live, online sessions.
• Stay in sync with school ... even while at home
  Our tutors are local teachers who are well-versed on where kids should be at this time of the school year. This means we can easily jump in, so your child keeps the right skills sharp during school closures.
• Keep the momentum going
  With all that’s going on, getting support from our experts can help avoid unnecessary skills gaps. Rest easier knowing that your child can stay on track as you juggle it all.

How We’re Responding to COVID-19Sylvan Learning has been supporting families as they navigate their child’s education journey for more than 40 years. During the COVID-19 pandemic and the interruption in schooling for children everywhere, we want you to know: We are united in helping your family now, more than ever. Your child’s health and safety is our top priority, and we are implementing a number of safeguards to protect everyone. We are following both state and locally-mandated guidelines, and have put into practice the recommended social distancing, frequent handwashing, and repeated disinfecting of workspaces protocols. The protocols we have in place not only meet, but exceed recommended standards.
We know there’s a lot going on - reach out to us today and let’s keep your child’s education moving forward.
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Advice from a Therapist: Prenatal Massage

For this blog, we will get some advice on prenatal massage and its benefits from Brenda T., a licensed massage therapist at LaVida Massage!
Q: When is the right time to get a prenatal massage?
A: A woman may have a massage anytime during pregnancy. If pregnancy complications are present
we would defer to the advice of her medical provider.
Q: How can prenatal massage alleviate the stress and pain of pregnancy?
A: Prenatal massage can:
– Ease the pain and tension of muscles that are adjusting to mom’s changing body shape and weight.
– Ease fluid retention.
– Ease constipation and promote better sleep through general relaxation.
– Promote better circulation, elimination of metabolic waste products, and calm the nervous system.
Q: How is prenatal massage different from a more common modality?
A: Depending on the weeks of pregnancy, modified positioning and pillows can be used for the client’s comfort.  Special massage tables to
accommodate the abdomen are also available. Techniques and pressure are also adjusted for safety and the client’s needs.

Q: Can every therapist perform prenatal massage?
A: Most therapists who perform prenatal massage take either an elective course or additional training, which provides learning about complications and contraindications.
Q: What is your favorite part of performing a prenatal massage?
A: Providing caring touch during such a special time in a mom’s life is very rewarding, especially when they leave the session feeling much better than when they arrived.
If you have any more questions about prenatal massage or if a therapist at your local LaVida Massage has a therapist who can perform prenatal massage, contact your local LaVida Massage. Not sure where the nearest center is? Visit lavidamassage.com to find a LaVida closest to you!

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Sylvan works. We guarantee it.If you want progress, Sylvan delivers better than anyone else. We use our 35+ years of experience of helping millions of students succeed to make sure your child masters skills. You don’t have to settle for second best!
With our Personalized Tutoring programs, we guarantee:Your Sylvan team will get to know your child to put together an education program that’s unique to his or her needs. Your child deserves the best. That’s why Sylvan uses a state-of-the-art assessment to make sure your child gets a completely personal program that will work for him or her.
Your child will always have a true learning environment that ensures skill mastery. We know how to make sure sessions are motivating, effective and fun. Balancing instruction with independent practice, we don’t stop until your son or daughter masters each concept.
Your child will learn from leading curriculum that aligns with state, college and career readiness standards. Our education experts continually update our learning materials to meet today’s changing education needs, and our curriculum is tailored to your child’s unique needs.
Your child will demonstrate mastery of at least 50 skills in 50 hours of instruction because we’re as focused on results as you are. Skill mastery ensures your son or daughter is on the path to longer-term success. And we can show you exactly how your child is progressing at any time.
What does all this mean? With Sylvan, you’ll see your child’s confidence soar. You’ll start to see more participation in the classroom. Homework time will get easier, and grades will improve.
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Summer learning loss can result in the loss of 2 months of learning. That is bad enough, imagine what 2 months of summer, and 3 more months off from school will do! Help your student prepare for the next grade level, and stay competitive with their peers for jobs of tomorrow. We can help!

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Make 2020 a YOU Year!
Happy You Year from LaVida Massage! While it is fun to dream away at what 2020 could bring, it is important to make sure you’re ready to take the next steps in your life. Self-care had a spotlight shone on it in 2019 and there is absolutely no reason to leave it there. There are thousands of ways that you can improve yourself. They can be done daily, weekly, or monthly, and the best part, is that most of them won’t cost you a dime. While there is no umbrella self-care method that everyone can benefit from, here are a few of our favorite ways to get in the right mental state.


Plan out your day/week
One method that can get you ready for each day is laying out what each day of the week looks like. Take a few minutes on Sunday evening to mentally plan out what your week looks like. Ask yourself, “Do I have any days off?”, “Do I have any errands to run like getting groceries, doing laundry, etc.?”. Then, do the same thing each morning but on a daily level. It’s easy to find time to just mentally jog through your day. At work, prioritize tasks that need to be finished and then move on to after-work activities and if anything needs to get done. 


Get enough sleep
This one is as close to an umbrella self-care method as it can get. Everyone needs good, quality sleep. Waking up sleep-deprived can throw your entire day off. You will have a tough time focusing, being alert, and being in a good mood. Establishing a nightly routine (clean room, brush teeth, nightly skincare) or getting a massage can help you get to sleep quicker but also sleep more soundly. 


Cleaning your home
I know how tough it can be to maintain a clean living space with all of the hustle and bustle of your everyday life. Something is calming about living in a tidy space though. Whether it is just tidying up the clutter or doing a full deep clean, just 10 minutes of cleaning can make your home feel that much better. Listen to a podcast or some music while you clean to help make it less mundane. Another strategy that can help is cleaning during commercial breaks if you are watching tv. Instead of using that time to just scroll through your phone while the ads play in the background, tidy up a closet or put dishes away. Tackling one small task at a time will free up more of your time later on. 


Make time for friends
After a long week of work, I like to go to the local watering hole with friends and unwind. I’m not necessarily saying you have to go grab a drink, but small indulgences are key to keeping a healthy mental state. You work hard and it’s beneficial to enjoy the many fruits of your labor. It can be dining out, getting a massage, or even taking a small trip somewhere. It’s fiscally irresponsible to do this every single day but you have to reward yourself for all the great things you’re doing out there.


Schedule a Massage
Since receiving regular massage therapy, I have been significantly more relaxed and focused. Even just the anticipation of a massage helps me get through the day by knowing that I will have at least an hour to just forget the outside world and relax. The physical benefits are plentiful and very well known, but the mental benefits are where I get the most value out of my massage at LaVida. I also love that LaVida allows me to schedule with ease through their app. My life is a little bit different day-to-day so being able to make appointments on the fly helps me focus on other areas of my life and gives me the fluidity to shift my schedule around.

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What makes the Sylvan Method so special
Big-time results. Our students achieve up to two to three times more growth in their math and reading scores than their peers. How do we know? We are the only tutoring and enrichment company that measures our academic achievement in a systematic manner across our centers. View our results here
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Fall in Love with Essential OilsLove is in the air this time of year! But what is that amazing scent that goes along with it? It’s probably an amazing essential oil from LaVida Massage. We have a large assortment of 100% pure essential oils and essential oil blends. Let’s focus on a few of our best floral scents we have here at LaVida Massage. Each oil has its own unique scent and associated health benefits. Not sure which one to get? Check out their stories below and pick which is best for you or just get all three! 


Lavender Oil 
Lavender has a sweet, floral, and woodsy aroma. It has been known for its pleasant scent and associated medicinal since the days of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It was mainly used for just its raw flowers and the scents and flavors. Today, it’s grown mainly in Northern Africa and the mountains of the Mediterranean and used, not as a raw flower, but to be distilled into an essential oil. There are many proven medical benefits of lavender essential oils. One of the most common benefits is its ability to help with anxiety and deeper sleep. That is why we recommend using this in the service room or at home in your bedroom. Not only will you enjoy going to sleep even more but you may also get a more sound night of sleep. 


Peppermint Oil
 A hybrid of spearmint and watermint, peppermint oil has that fresh, strong, minty aroma that we have all come to know and love. While smelling great, the aromatic benefits are so plentiful that many people consider this oil one of the most beneficial on the market. Peppermint oil can promote clear nasal cavities and may help give relief from congestion and difficulty breathing. Peppermint oil is also believed to help soothe anxiety, boost energy, and enhance mental focus. This oil is a go-to around the holidays or even when you just want to sit down at home and get some work done. It’s also a great way to freshen up the living room or even a guest room if you’re expecting guests. It smells great and has amazing benefits, this essential oil is a no-brainer. 


Eucalyptus Oil 
Popularized by the Aborigines of Australia, eucalyptus oil has a strong, distinct, soothing aroma. While giving any room an invigorating scent, it can also help you smell the room better, a real win-win! The most common aromatic benefits to eucalyptus oil are its positive effects on the respiratory system. It can help unclog sinuses, suppress coughs, and can help with chronic conditions like asthma, sinusitis, and bronchitis. This is a great essential oil to use throughout your home during that pesky flu season. Or, use it at work when you’re feeling a little stuffed up, put a few drops on to a tissue. This allows you to use the benefits of eucalyptus oil away from home without potentially disturbing others.


Can’t decide which of these three essential oils are right for you, don’t worry! LaVida Massage carries all three oils. They are 100% pure and steam distilled. Come in and smell for yourself just in our lobby or, take your massage to the next level, with an Aromatherapy enhancement!

Help Support Racial Equality and Your
Local Community Children Impacted by COVID-19!

Is your child in need of tutoring? Working with Sylvan starts with an initial diagnostic assessment. For all assessments booked in June, we will be donating 100% of the amount paid for that assessment to the charity of your choice, in your name!

We are supporting the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund as well as the Communities In Schools Kent, Non Profits. Your choice which non profit your assessment supports. To book an assessment visit our website or contact us at 253.656.4313.