A: I love getting to sit and talk with everyone who comes in while they’re getting their hydration. I work in the ER full time and I don’t always have the opportunity to get to sit, chat, and get to know everyone I take care of because of the environment. Olive & Ivy provides an atmosphere for me to get to do that and I enjoy that very much.

Q: What is your favorite IV or service and why?

A: Glutathione, it is an antioxidant that has so many benefits it’s the perfect boost your body needs. It helps aid in detox/helping your body rid the bad things it doesn’t need, promotes skin health, boosts metabolism, boosts your immune system, and helps with inflammation and muscle recovery. A perfect blend of benefits and can be added on to another IV infusion of your choice.

Q: If someone comes in feeling “blah”, what do you hope they leave feeling?

A: I hope they leave feeling relaxed and replenished. Our hope and goal is that people come in, relax in a comfy chair (maybe with a cup of coffee), and get vitamins and minerals that their body needs to make them feel more energized, healthy, and recovered.

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Meet Erica! One of our Olive & Ivy nurses.

Q: What’s one thing you wish people knew about IV therapy or wellness in general?

A: I wish people knew that diet, sleep, and exercise play so heavily into our overall well being. However, life gets in the way! In this day and age, we are living life on the go and we are often stretched thin. Luckily, there are other things we can do to make up for when we fall short. We get exposed to sickness, eat what is quickly available, or forget to drink water like we need to. That’s ok though! Because we are human, it happens to everyone…yes, even to the most fit influencers on your social media.
At Olive & Ivy we can tell you about all the things we have that can give you the little boost you need and get you back on track.

Q: What’s your favorite IV or service and why?

A: My favorite injection offered is the lipo-mino-mix C. It contains multiple B vitamins, amino acids, and lipotropic agents that are meant to help with weight loss so it’s nick named “the skinny shot.” I used these in addition to adjusting my diet and working out. Over 9 months, I lost 50 pounds of baby weight and even some weight I was carrying before baby. I felt the energy to train in the gym and maintain a consistent routine.
You don’t want a quick fix with weight loss, you want something lasting, and I found this shot was a great tool to help me with that. I would love to be a part of your weight loss, fitness, and wellness journey! 

 Everyone at Olive & Ivy will celebrate your wins and you hitting your goals!

Q: How does Olive & Ivy feel different from other places you’ve worked?

A: I originally come from and continue to work in an ER setting. While I love that environment and want to serve my community in the ER, Olive & Ivy is a calm and peaceful environment that I can serve in a completely different way. You can walk into what feels like someone’s cozy living room, rest, relax, and leave hopefully feeling better than when you came in.
I’ll take excellent care of you in either setting, but I truly hope I’m meeting you at Olive & Ivy. 

Q: What do you usually tell someone who’s nervous about getting an IV for the first time?

A: It’s a common misconception that the needle stays in your arm to receive the IV fluids. The needle comes out and a small, flimsy, plastic straw is what we connect your fluids to. The tiny pinch is the hard part and it’s smooth sailing for the rest of the infusion. It’s a small poke for a whole lot of gain!
Also, IV sticks are my favorite skill! If I can do them under pressure in the ER, I can absolutely make you comfortable while you’re lounging in one of our comfy chairs.

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Meet Emma 🍃One of our Olive & Ivy nurses!

Q: Emma, what do you love most about Olive & Ivy?
A: Honestly? The atmosphere. It doesn’t feel medical at all-no closed-off rooms, no intimidating equipment. It’s more like an open, cozy living room. People come in, relax, chat… some even nap. 😉

Q: A lot of people are nervous about IVs. What would you say to them?
A: There’s really nothing scary here. Everything we offer is made up of vitamins-things your body already needs and normally gets from food and drinks. We’re just delivering them in a way that allows for full absorption.

Q: Do you have a favorite infusion?
A: The Serenity Blend, hands down. I always describe it as “meditation in an IV.” It’s calming, helps with stress, and still gives you a gentle energy boost.

Q: What can clients expect when they come see you?
A: We’ll talk through how you’re feeling and help you choose the blend that’s best for you. Your body will thank you for it.

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The olive branch has always meant peace and healing, and that felt exactly right. I wanted people to walk into Olive & Ivy and feel like they could take a breath. Like they don’t have to be “on.” Like they can just sit down and let someone take care of them for a minute.
The ivy part came from IV therapy, which is at the heart of what we do here but I also loved what ivy represents. Ivy doesn’t rush. It grows slowly, but it keeps going. It finds a way to climb and hold on, even when things aren’t easy. And honestly, that feels like most of us.

And then there’s the color green. I’ve always loved it. It feels peaceful to me. It feels fresh and hopeful and alive. When I pictured this space, I kept coming back to green – plants, soft tones, something that feels natural and soothing. So Olive & Ivy just felt right in every way.

That name holds a lot of what this place is about:
healing, growth, and feeling supported.
We didn’t build Olive & Ivy to feel like a doctor’s office. We built it to feel like somewhere you’d actually want to be….. a place where you can relax, get what your body needs, and leave feeling a little better than when you walked in.
That’s the heart behind the name.
And we’re so glad you’re here.

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Sometimes your body doesn’t need willpower. It needs support.

Have you ever done all the right things and still felt like your body didn’t get the message?
You’re trying to eat better.
You’re moving more.
You’re drinking the water.

And yet you still feel tired, puffy, stuck… like something just isn’t clicking.

That’s usually when people start asking me about the Skinny Shot.

The Skinny Shot isn’t anything dramatic. It’s just a blend of amino acids and vitamins that help your body burn fat better and make energy more efficiently. No stimulants. No appetite suppressants. Nothing that messes with your head. Just support for a body that’s been doing a lot for a long time.

One of the biggest things it helps is your liver — and that matters more than people realize. Your liver is where fat gets processed. When it’s overwhelmed (which happens to most of us at some point), weight loss and energy both get harder. The Skinny Shot helps take a little of that load off.

We offer two versions — one that can be added to IVs, and one that’s usually done as a simple weekly shot with B-vitamins for energy and metabolism.

Most people don’t come back saying “wow, that was wild.”
They come back saying things like…
“I don’t feel as bloated.”
“I’m not craving sugar as much.”
“I have a little more energy.”
“I finally feel like something is shifting.”

And honestly, that’s my favorite kind of progress.

We usually recommend it once a week, and it fits really well alongside IVs, red light, hydration, and all the small ways you take care of yourself here.

If you’re curious, come talk to us. We’ll figure out together if it makes sense for you in this season.

Christi

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This week Olive & Ivy Wellness officially opened its doors – and honestly, we’re still a little emotional about it.

What started as a dream scribbled on paper and talked about at our kitchen table with our family became something real, warm, and full of life… and you showed up in ways we never could have imagined.

From our ribbon-cutting with the Perry Chamber of Commerce to the steady stream of friendly faces walking through our doors, this week felt like a giant, joy-filled hug from the community.

We watched people walk in curious… and leave glowing, relaxed, smiling, and already planning their next visit. That’s exactly what Olive & Ivy was always meant to be:
a place where wellness feels welcoming, not intimidating -where you can breathe, sip (Methodical) coffee, and take care of yourself without feeling rushed or judged.

The Love From Our Community

One of the most touching parts of our grand opening week was the outpouring of support from local businesses, friends, and neighbors. So many amazing Perry businesses donated items, services, and gift cards for our Big Giveaway Basket and honestly, we were blown away by their generosity.

Because of them, we were able to turn our opening into something joyful and generous. It allowed us to offer a week full of surprise gifts, free sessions, and little Olive & Ivy treats for anyone who stops by.

It’s not about selling for us.
It was about celebrating – together.

What Olive & Ivy Is All About

If you’ve visited us already, you know: Olive & Ivy isn’t a typical wellness clinic.

It’s soft lighting, cozy chairs, plants in every corner, warm conversation, and a team that genuinely cares about how you feel – not just what you book.

We offer IV therapy, vitamin injections, red light therapy, and other wellness services… but what we really offer is a place to pause. To reset. To feel better inside and out.

Whether you came in for an IV drip, a Skinny Shot, a red light session, or just to peek around and say hi — you’re part of our story now.

From the Bottom of Our Hearts

To every person who stopped in, entered the giveaway, shared our posts, brought a friend, or simply cheered us on -thank you. Truly.

Starting a small business is equal parts terrifying and hopeful, and you made us feel so supported, seen, and loved. Perry, you have already made Olive & Ivy feel like home.

We’re just getting started -and we can’t wait to grow & serve this beautiful community for many years to come.

With gratitude,
Christi & Ryan
Olive & Ivy Wellness 🌿

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