On February 02, 2025, we set up a Gua Sha Bar at Evntfull's Mom’s Planning Expo in Fullerton, California. Our intention was to create a sanctuary of relaxation and ease for busy moms juggling the beautiful (and sometimes chaotic) balance of motherhood, planning, and prioritizing self-care through it all.  Our Gua Sha Bar offered moments of rejuvenation and presence in the midst of it all.

A Space for Relaxation and Wellness

Moms sometime (most of the time) find themselves putting others first, so we wanted to give moms a well-deserved moment of self-care. Our Gua Sha Bar was designed as a place for moms to pause, breathe, and experience the powerful benefits of intentional wellness practices. We shared about the ancient healing practice of Gua Sha, and how one can incorporate gua sha into their daily wellness ritual.

Gua Sha Massages with Dr. Tina Hou

One of the highlights of our event was the presence of Dr. Tina Hou, a holistic herbalist and acupuncturist (and fun fact — also my mom!). She provided free Gua Sha treatments, helping attendees melt away tension and experience firsthand the incredible effects of this ancient healing practice. Moms walked away feeling lighter, more refreshed, and with a newfound appreciation for how simple wellness practices can make a profound difference.

Sharing Our Roll-on Remedies

To further support relaxation, we shared our Roll-on Remedies, a carefully curated line of functional essential oil blends designed to bring healing into daily life. Whether it was for stress relief, focus, or a much-needed energy boost, our Roll-on Remedies provided moms with simple, effective tools to integrate these plant botanical essences into their skincare and wellness rituals. Explore more of the products in detail: Relief, Chillmode, and Mintyblend. 

Talking on the Panel

Beyond the Gua Sha Bar, I was included as one of the panelists for a discussion on balancing self-care, business, identity, and motherhood. I shared about what it means to nurture myself while also juggling business and a growing family—without losing myself in the process. My message resonated deeply with moms who are navigating the same journey, and I appreciated those who came up to me and shared with me how much they related to what I was sharing.

A Heartfelt Thank You

We are beyond grateful for everyone who stopped by our Gua Sha Bar, shared their stories, and took a moment to care for themselves. Mom’s Planning Expo was a beautiful reminder that self-care isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. We’re honored to have been part of an event that uplifts and empowers moms, and we can’t wait to continue creating more spaces for wellness, community, and balance.

Each person who visited our Gua Sha Bar left home not only with a free Gua Sha treatment, but also with a free Crystal Gua Sha and one of our Organic Tote Bags - yay!

Until next time, keep prioritizing yourself—you deserve it! 💛

Photo credits Maryam Nakhuda @goldengloweddings and Linda Tran @mmphotosbylindatran