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Pregnancy Massage

It’s hard work growing a baby!

Benefits Of A Pregnancy Massage


Apart from feeling great, scientific evidence tells us that pregnancy massage offers so much more than just a nice feeling, it has many benefits for both mum and baby too.

  • Reduce the level of stress hormones in the body and increase the levels of ‘feel good’ hormones in the body which your unborn baby can also benefit from
  • Help you to connect with your changing body and your growing baby; strengthening your bond with your baby during pregnancy
  • Reduce feelings of anxiety or depression, by reducing levels of cortisol and increasing levels of serotonin and dopamine
  • Improve circulation and reduce swelling – lymphatic drainage massage techniques can help with this especially
  • Help to relieve pregnancy-related aches and pains, such as lower back pain, pelvic pain, restless legs & carpal tunnel
  • Improve the quality of your sleep
  • Boost the immune system (especially when experienced regularly)
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Available Options


Rest & Nest Pregnancy Massage

30 / 60 minute massage
A massage to your target areas to provide relief from your pregnancy aches and pains

Signature Pregnancy Massage

75 / 90 minute massage
The signature full-body pregnancy massage to ease tension, encourage deep relaxation and connection you with your changing body and growing baby

Pregnancy Glow Massage

60 /75 minute massage
A relaxing back, head & facial massage to ease tension and refresh your glow

Why Me


As a qualified and experienced midwife, health visitor and pregnancy massage tutor, I offer midwife-led pregnancy massage with the knowledge, confidence and hands-on experience to make sure you’re in safe, knowledgeable hands.

I’m not afraid of pregnant people! So you can expect a really good massage, not just a light touch. I’ll work with those aches and pains while keeping the treatment relaxing, comfortable and safe for you and your baby. I also understand how your body changes throughout pregnancy, when adjustments may be needed, and how to adapt your massage to you.

Safety is always my priority, both for you and your baby too. You’ll be comfortably supported in side-lying and semi-reclined seated positions, and you’ll never be asked to lie flat. As part of your consultation, I’ll also screen for anything that may need further assessment or referral to your maternity team, so you can feel confident you’re in safe hands.

You can visit me at The Retreat in Brundall, just 10 minutes from Norwich. It’s a totally private, peaceful and cosy space, where everything has been designed with pregnant clients in mind. There’s parking directly outside, a loo, a variety of comfortable cushions and pregnancy-friendly products throughout. The Retreat is not busy salon, it’s a space for 1 client at a time, a really calm space where you can properly switch off, relax and take your time. Quite a few people tell me they don’t want to leave!

Or, if getting out and about feels like too much, I can bring the massage to you at home with my mobile service. This can work particularly well in the later stages of pregnancy, for the Due Time treatment, or if you’re struggling with significant pregnancy-related symptoms.

price

From £50

Mobile surcharge: +£20 (10 min radius) / +£30 (20 min radius)

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FAQ


For most people, massage during pregnancy is perfectly safe, with some adaptations, however there are some occasions when massage would not be recommended. You can read more about the safety of pregnancy massage, and find some tips on what to look for when booking a pregnancy massage on my blog pages.

One of the main ways pregnancy massage differs from regular massage is in the positioning used to ensure both comfort and safety for mum and baby. There are some differences in the techniques used and deep tissue techniques are generally avoided. You can read more about this on my blog page.

The short answer here is, no, massage cannot induce labour, however, research tells us that massage, acupressure and aromatherapy can help to shorten the first stage of labour. Read more about this on my blog pages.

Some massage therapists may include a light massage over your bump during a pregnancy massage, however, I choose not to. Latest research tells us that babies in utero know the difference between a stranger touching the bump and their mother’s touch, so rather than me massaging your bump, I will offer you some massage oil after your treatment, so that you can spend a few moments massaging your bump, this provides a lovely moment of connection and bonding between you and baby.

How It Works


1

Book

Choose your ideal date and time and book online for appointments at The Retreat. Full location details will be provided upon booking. If you’d prefer a mobile appointment, simply send a request via the contact form

2

Consultation

Before your appointment, you’ll be sent a consultation form to complete, so I can make sure your treatment is safe, comfortable, and perfectly suited to you

3

relax

On the day, simply arrive at The Retreat (or settle into the comfort of your own home) and take time to switch off, while I take care of the rest