Pregnancy Massage for Aches, Swelling & Restless Sleep

Safe, nurturing massage for tired backs, legs and busy minds

Specialised positioning and slow, steady strokes to support you and your baby

Are you experiencing:

  • Lower-back, hip or pelvic pain during pregnancy

  • Heavy, swollen legs, feet or hands

  • Tight shoulders, neck and ribcage from posture changes

  • Restless, broken sleep and vivid dreams

  • Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or sensitive

What will it help with?

Carrying a baby changes everything – posture, sleep, digestion, energy and mood. Our pregnancy massage is tailored to your unique journey, creating a safe, deeply nurturing space where you can wind down for a while and be looked after.

We use pregnancy-appropriate positioning with plenty of pillow support to take pressure off your lower back and hips. Slow, rhythmic strokes help ease aching shoulders, sciatic-type pain, rib or hip discomfort and heavy legs. Gentle lymphatic techniques can assist puffiness in feet and ankles, while focused neck and head work quietens racing thoughts.

We work conservatively around any medical conditions, and you’re encouraged to speak up about what feels good or not – this is your time.

Many women tell us their pregnancy massage was the first time they felt truly comfortable in weeks.

5 key benefits of Ayurveda Pregnancy Massage

  • Tissue Nourishment

    Nourishment of body with medicated oils that help relieve pains and stiffness and nourish the skin.

  • Better Sleep Quality

    Relaxation facilitated through massage helps improve sleep- quality and duration.

  • Lower Anxiety

    Research found massage increased levels of the "feel-good" hormones serotonin and dopamine, decreased levels of cortisol, an indicator of stress, and facilitated an overall improvement in mood.

  • More Energy

    Better sleep and positive moods, coupled with nourished tissues give more energy to do all that is needed to be done.

  • Better Recovery

    A positive mindset and healthier body throughout pregnancy facilitates better postpartum recovery.

Book Pregnancy Massage

Each pregnancy is unique.
Body and mind go through many changes during pregnancy.

Our pregnancy massage helps manage these changes proactively.

Important
must-read FAQs

  • Our pregnancy massage is mostly performed in a comfortable seated position, with focus on back, shoulders and neck.

    A soothing Indian head massage is something to look forward to at the end of Ayusha's pregnancy massage.

    You may be required to change the positions couple of times, so we can get to all the areas that are sore or just need a therapeutic rub.

    In no case there will be any pressure on your belly and abdomen is excluded in massage.

    This massage does not include deep tissue strokes but is a very relaxing and healing experience.

    Legs are included in massage on case to case basis.

    We use lots of medicated oils, on body and for head massage.

    Massage may take 45 min but we do not watch the clock and it can go over at times.

    Massage is performed by a male practitioner.

  • Massage is not given in first trimester.

    It is recommended to have a chat with your doctor whether massage is suitable for you, as they are aware of any other conditions which may contraindicate massage for you.

    Generally, in 2nd and 3rd trimester, massage is contraindicated for anyone with:

    1. High blood pressure

    2. Thrombus

    3. Clotting disorders or family history

    4. High risk pregnancy

    5. Gestational diabetes

    6. Preeclamsia

    7. If contraindicated by your doctor

  • The number of massage sessions that a mother-to-be needs is solely depending on her wish, situation and health condition.

    Generally, a fortnightly or monthly massage is helpful in experiencing many benefits.

    • Reduces swelling in the hands and feet

    • Helps ease muscle discomfort in areas such as the back, neck and shoulders

    • Relieves calf cramps

    • Strengthens the immune system

    • Helps with relaxation, which in turn decrease insomnia and fatigue

    • Promotes circulation to increases oxygen supply to bub and mum, and removes toxin/waste build up

    • Helps relieve stress on weight bearing joints such as the knees/ankles

    • Helps stabilise hormone levels and lessening anxiety

    • Lessens sciatic pain

    • Helps reduce swelling in the feet and ankles

    • Relieves headaches

    • May relieve constipation

  • You can ask your partner to do gentle massage at home on back, neck and shoulders.

    Using Ayurveda oils for such massage is more beneficial or you can use just virgin coconut oil. Make sure the oil is warm for massage.

    Another useful self-massage is perineum massage to strengthen the perineum.

“Pregnancy is a journey that tests your limits, but also rewards you with the greatest gift of all.”

-Unknown

Powered with bespoke recommendations, our natural treatments can help you effectively manage the prenatal journey of your body & mind.