The Benefits of Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage offers essential support for both mother and baby throughout this transformative time. As the body undergoes significant changes, massage can help ease common discomforts such as back pain, leg cramps, headaches, and swelling in the feet and ankles.

Beyond physical relief, massage reduces stress and anxiety by calming the nervous system—promoting deeper sleep, emotional balance, and a healthier pregnancy overall. Improved circulation delivers more oxygen and nutrients to both mother and baby, reducing fatigue and enhancing wellbeing.

Regular massage also boosts flexibility, which is particularly helpful in the later stages of pregnancy and during birth. It supports lymphatic drainage, helping to eliminate waste and reduce fluid retention.

Massage isn’t just beneficial during pregnancy, it can also ease birth and aid recovery postpartum, helping mothers regain strength and adjust to life with their newborn.

Pregnancy massage is a time for mothers to pause, connect with their bodies, and embrace the journey of motherhood.

Frequently asked questions.

When Can I get a pregnancy massage? Anytime from conception to birth, however there can be certain contraindications for massage so please see below.

Contraindications for massage (some of these may be OK but you will need Dr clearance to be sure its ok):

• Recurring miscarriage (more than 2)

• Where blood pressure is unstable and blood pressure readings are above 135/85 written consent from your care provider is required.

• Pre-Eclampsia- Medical clearance is required.

• Eclampsia- This is a medical emergency and massage is a contraindication.

• Bleeding during pregnancy- is contraindicated until the bleeding has stopped or the cause has been diagnosed.

• Placenta Previa- Ok if there is no bleeding before the massage.

• Hyperemisis Gravidarum- Only contraindication if you have been in hospital and are hydrated or poorly nourishes.

• DTV (deep vein Thrombosis) and Thrombophlebitis- Massage is a contraindication and if you are receiving treatment you will need to get clearance for massage.

• Pitted Oedema- is a contraindication and requires referral to prenatal care provider for potential signs or pre-eclampsia and hypertension

• Cardiac Disorders- heart disease- Please check with your care provider if this is ok as This can be a contraindication.

What will happen at our first appointment? At the first appointment we will go through a medical history and discuss what you would like to achieve out of the massage. We will discuss what areas you would like worked on and what areas you don't. Kylie will cover off what areas are safe to massage during each stage of your pregnancy.

What should I wear for the appointment? Whear what you are comfortable in, During the massage you will normally just wear your underwear, you have the option to keep your bra on, but this may limit how much of the back we can treat. At all times Kylie will only undrape the area of the body she is working on, and the rest of your body will be securely covered.

How am I lying during the massage? Depending on how far along you are normally your will be position on your side. There will be multiple pillows helping make sure your positioned in a comfortable way that fully supports your body and baby.

Can I bring my baby to my postpartum massage? Of course!

What Oil is used? I use Carmilla Oil which is safe or pregnancy, and I have a coconut balm that is used if anyone has allergies to Carmilla.

What if I'm sick? I understand things can change at any minute during pregnancy, so I am not offended at all if you need to chancel.

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