BIRTH PREP
Skilled bodywork combined with deeply connected guidance and resources. Together, we will curate a plan to support you through the childbearing year. Prepare with intention and come to birth feeling attuned to your body. Confidently allow the birth process to unfold.
PRENATAL conception to birth
Massage through all the stages of pregnancy will address common aches + growing pains, optimize baby’s position while aligning your body for an efficient birth + smooth postpartum recovery. Therapeutic touch, subtle energy work + mindful breath will bathe your system in all those feel good hormones that help the mother-baby thrive.
PRE LABOR 39+ weeks
As we approach birth, there is often a restlessness to “get things going”. It maybe your own physical discomfort, excitement to meet your baby, or a desire to avoid medical interventions like inductions + sweeps. Induction massage can be a powerful alternative or complimentary modality during the days leading up to labor + in very early stages to help progression.
POSTPARTUM 4th trimester
The initial 12 weeks after your birth are a delicate time to prioritize nourishment, rest, recovery + bonding. Postpartum treatments are meant to nurture you emotionally + aid in your body’s healing process. Modalities + tools are carefully curated based on your needs + type of birth you experienced. Be patient with yourself as you reintegrate after birth.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we get specific about your health history, pregnancy journey + birth intentions. We will get clear about goals for our sessions together and the best ways bodywork can support your physical and emotional wellbeing.
Each visit begins with time and attention for emotional support. We can chat about changes, concerns, questions or exciting milestones. You’ll experience full 80m hands-on bodywork, followed up with stretch, movement and self-care techniques. I will share educational material, resources and referrals for other practitioners based on your needs. Plus, I’m available to you for follow-up questions + troubleshooting via call, text or email outside of our scheduled sessions.
PRENATAL MASSAGE
100m $220
Deeply supportive bodywork during every stage of pregnancy will keep your growing body aligned and comfortable. Safely combining modalities, we will address common complaints like back ache, swelling or headaches. Special awareness is given to delicate acupressure points and blood pressure. Posture and movement patterns are assessed as your body mechanics shift, and deeper myo-fascial releases are performed. Pillow props and side-lying postures are used. Sessions may include sensitive abdominal work to help relieve shortness of breath, pelvic pressure, rib tension and sharp groin discomfort. Condition your body to comfortably access the full range of movements needed during labor and birth.
INDUCTION MASSAGE
100m $220
Facilitate spontaneous labor to flow with skilled and intentional techniques by releasing the soft tissues and ligaments connecting the uterus, diaphragm, back + pelvis. Creating space, nudges baby to drop into optimal position for birth, stimulating a cascade of hormones to flood your system. Acupressure points are vigorously stimulated with essential oil blends, cupping maybe used as well as a gentle abdominal massage with castor oil. Subtle energy work, mindful breath and visualizations, support a parasympathetic state of safety and surrender.
POSTPARTUM MASSAGE
100m $220
A time for pampering, rest + recovery, postpartum treatments are designed to nurture you emotionally + aid your body’s healing process. Extra attention is given to areas typically sore + fatigued from birth, C-section surgery, co-sleeping, carrying + nursing a newborn . Gentle lymphatic massage will move extra fluid and blood to reduce inflammation while hot stones are used to soothe aching muscles + promote deep relaxation. Abdominal work helps reduce scar tissue so the body can reorganize. Therapeutic breast massage may manage pain from engorgement + clogged ducts. Bodywork is a way of honoring your body’s transformation.