Pregnancy changes everything about how your body feels. The weight shifts, the ligaments loosen, the muscles work harder than usual — and sleep becomes a distant memory. Prenatal massage is specifically adapted to support you through all of it, safely and gently.
Why Prenatal Massage Helps
As your body changes to accommodate your growing baby, it puts extra strain on your lower back, hips, legs, and shoulders. Relaxin (the hormone that loosens your ligaments for delivery) also makes your joints less stable, which means your muscles have to work overtime to keep you supported.
Prenatal massage reduces that muscular strain, improves circulation, eases swelling in the legs and feet, and gives your nervous system a chance to calm down. Many moms-to-be say it's the one thing that actually helps them sleep.
- Lower back pain
- Hip tightness
- Sciatica
- Swollen legs & feet
- Headaches
- Poor sleep
- General aches
- Stress & anxiety
Safe and Comfortable
Samantha is trained in prenatal positioning and technique. You'll be comfortably supported with pillows in a side-lying position (or seated, depending on what feels best for you). Pressure is adapted for pregnancy, and certain areas are avoided based on your stage and any concerns from your care provider.
- Comfortable side-lying position with supportive pillows — no lying face-down on a belly hole.
- Gentle to moderate pressure focused on areas that carry the most strain during pregnancy.
- Samantha will ask about your trimester, any complications, and where you're feeling the most discomfort.
- Sessions are typically 45 or 60 minutes. Direct billing to most major insurance providers.
You're growing a whole person. You deserve support too. Book a session whenever you're ready — we'll take it from there.