Perinatal (Pregnancy) Massage
With special training and certification, I'm here to support you throughout your pregnancy (from swollen feet, to achy hips, and through headaches and nausea). Unlike other pregnancy therapists, I have created a week-by-week, trimester-by-trimester plan that evolves just as you much you do over the course of your pregnancy and beyond. Sroll down to see an overview!
65min | $120 95min | $160 120min | $195
Do it for yourself and your baby!
Reach out to me and I'll send you my hand-made guide for what you can expect from personal care therapy over the course of your pregnancy!
First Trimester (Weeks 5-13)
Massage
Gentle, nurturing touch supports hormonal changes. Focus on head, neck, and shoulders to alleviate fatigue, tension, and early discomfort. Light lymphatic drainage can help reduce bloating.
Special Approach
Use lavender or peppermint essential oils to calm nausea and promote relaxation. Avoid abdominal work during early weeks.
Baby's Development
The baby’s heart begins to beat, and brain and spinal cord are forming. By Week 12, major organs are developing, and the baby is growing rapidly.
Maternal Experience
Mothers often feel fatigued, nauseous, and overwhelmed. Emotional fluctuations are common. Breast tenderness, morning sickness, and heightened fatigue may peak during this time.
Second Trimester (Weeks 14-26)
Massage
Full-body side-lying & face-up massage with special attention to the mid-back, hips, and legs. Incorporate warm compresses or magnesium-infused lotion for relaxation and to reduce cramping or swelling.
Special Approach
Focus on relieving tension from round ligament pain and postural changes. Adjust techniques to avoid supine hypotensive syndrome.
Baby's Development
The baby’s muscles develop, and coordinated movements begin. Facial features form, and by Week 23, the baby is ~11" and 1.5 lbs.
Maternal Experience
Many mothers feel the baby’s first movements (“quickening”). Shortness of breath, mild swelling, and leg cramps may appear. Energy levels often increase compared to the first trimester.
Third Trimester (Weeks 27-40)
Massage
Focus on lower back, pelvis, and hips to reduce stress from the baby’s weight. Gentle myofascial release and lymphatic drainage can reduce swelling and ease nerve compression. Labor prep techniques may be incorporated upon request.
Special Approach
Use side-lying positions with warm compresses for comfort. Clary sage or grounding essential oils can prepare the body for labor (used only late in pregnancy).
Baby's Development
The baby grows to ~20" and 6-9 lbs. They turn head-down in preparation for birth. Brain and lungs mature, and fat is gained for warmth after delivery.
Maternal Experience
Mothers may experience Braxton Hicks contractions, increased fatigue, pelvic pressure, and disrupted sleep. Anticipation for labor is high as the body prepares for delivery.