Prenatal Massage

• Relief for Lower Back & Sciatic Pain: As your center of gravity shifts, pressure builds in the lumbar spine and pelvic girdle. Prenatal massage releases tight gluteal muscles and eases sciatic nerve compression.
• Eased Hip & Pelvic Tension: Specialized work around the hips, sacrum, and lower back helps alleviate strain from loosening ligaments and postural adjustments.
• Reduced Swelling (Edema): Light, rhythmic strokes encourage lymphatic flow and circulation, reducing fluid buildup and heaviness in ankles, feet, and hands.
• Stress & Anxiety Reduction: Gentle bodywork lowers cortisol levels and promotes the release of endorphins, guiding your body into a calm, parasympathetic state that benefits both mom and baby.
• Improved Sleep Quality: Easing physical restlessness and muscle aches allows for deeper, more restorative rest during pregnancy.

Our Priority: Comfort and Perinatal Safety
Your safety and comfort are paramount. Every prenatal massage session is tailored to your current stage of pregnancy:

• Supportive Side-Lying Position: To protect maternal circulation and the uterine artery, we use side-lying positioning with plush bolsters and body pillows after the first trimester. This supports your spine, belly, and joints perfectly without prone (face-down) pressure.
• Adapted Pressure & Techniques: We avoid deep abdominal pressure and specialized acupressure points that are contraindicated during pregnancy, focusing instead on safe, soothing relief for overworking muscle groups.
• Customized Comfort: Room temperature, bolstering, and pressure are continuously adjusted to suit your preferences.

• Thorough Intake & Health Check: Your therapist discusses your current trimester, health history, areas of discomfort, and any medical considerations or guidance from your OB-GYN or midwife.
• Propped & Bolstered Setup: You will be guided into a cozy, side-lying position supported by specialized cushions designed to take all tension off your lower back and hips.
• Restorative Bodywork: Your session focuses on areas holding the most strain—typically the upper shoulders, lower back, hips, glutes, legs, and feet.
• Post-Massage Care & Receipt: Receive simple home care tips for gentle stretching and swelling management. Official receipts from a registered massage therapist (RMT) are provided for insurance coverage.