Service · Singapore · Orchard · Johor Bahru
Prenatal Massage
- Recommended weeks
- 16 to 36
- Session length
- 60 or 90 mins
The basics
Why is a Prenatal Massage Essential?
Prenatal massages give special attention to mothers-to-be as their bodies change and come under strain and stress during pregnancy. Our comfortable environment, relaxing atmosphere, and certified therapists are here to help you take a break from the hard parts of pregnancy.
We offer a calm place to rest, treat yourself and enjoy becoming a beautiful mum. Every method we use is planned around how your body changes in pregnancy: safer pressure points, better positioning, and oils checked to be safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mums.
Benefits
Benefits of a Prenatal Massage
In a session of 60 to 90 minutes, mums report relief from eight discomforts that build up in the body during pregnancy.
- 01
Relieve aches in shoulder, arms, and legs.
- 02
Relieve back strain and lower belly discomfort.
- 03
Improvement of sciatic nerve pain and lower-body radiating discomfort.
- 04
Reduced muscle tension and headaches.
- 05
Relief from leg cramps and swelling (edema).
- 06
Improved oxygenation of soft tissues and muscles.
- 07
Improved blood circulation.
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Reduced stress hormones, so your body is calmer and so is your baby.
Target areas
Target Areas of a Prenatal Massage
Every session starts with a body map. Your therapist will focus on the parts of your body under the most strain in your trimester.
- Neck
- Shoulder
- Back
- Arms
- Buttocks
- Legs
Before your session
Preparation and Consultation
Our consultant will talk through your pregnancy stage, concerns, and medical history before the massage. We recommend regular sessions to keep up the benefits of a prenatal massage. Mothers-to-be must be between 16 to 36 weeks pregnant.
Past 36 weeks? We need a doctor's letter of approval before booking. It is safer for both you and your baby.
On the table
Massage Techniques
You will lie on your side or in a semi-reclined position, fully supported with pillows. Our therapist uses soothing spiral and long gliding strokes to promote deep relaxation, relieve back and hip tension, and support overall comfort for both you and baby.
You will never lie prone (face-down) during your massage. Side-lying is the preferred position for second and third trimester massage.
What we use
Our Prenatal Massage Oils
We use a water-soluble massage oil that contains grapefruit seed extract, which makes it easily absorbed into the skin and adds moisture. Our prenatal massage oils are 100% safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
As your belly expands, our massage helps reduce dryness and itchiness, minimising visible stretch marks. Regular sessions help prevent further damage to skin, including stretch marks, and keep the bump comfortable through every growth phase.
Pair it with
Other Prenatal Services
Mums often pair their prenatal massage with one of these targeted therapies for swelling and circulation.
In their words
What Mums Say About Our Treatments
Three recent reviews from mums who booked a prenatal massage at our Orchard clinic.
Common questions
Prenatal Massage Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Are massages good for expecting mothers and the unborn baby?
Studies indicate that massage therapy performed during pregnancy can reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labour outcomes and newborn health.
The benefits of massage can improve overall prenatal health for many pregnant women. Along with the guidance and advice of a prenatal care provider, massage therapy can be incorporated into routine prenatal care as an emotional and physical health supplement proven to improve pregnancy outcomes and maternal health.
Although most masseuses have varying years of experience in providing prenatal massages, it is best to find a massage therapist who is certified in prenatal massage.
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When should I begin prenatal massages?
We recommend mothers-to-be to go for a prenatal massage between 16 to 36 weeks of pregnancy.
If you are more than 36 weeks into your pregnancy and want to have a prenatal massage, we need a doctor's letter of approval before we start your massage.
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Are there any dangers of having a massage during pregnancy?
As with any treatment during pregnancy, women should talk to their prenatal care provider about massage. The best way to deal with the risks of prenatal massage is to stay informed and to work together with knowledgeable professionals.
Women with the following conditions should speak with a health care provider before they have a massage:
- High-risk pregnancy
- Pregnancy-induced hypertension
- Preeclampsia
- Previous pre-term labour
- Experiencing severe swelling, high blood pressure, or sudden severe headaches
Ready when you are
Book your prenatal massage
Book a session at Orchard (Paragon) or Johor Bahru, or request a home visit anywhere in Singapore. Our front-of-house team will match you with the right therapist for your trimester.