Pregnancy Massage in London & Dorset

A pregnancy massage is a soothing and relaxing massage which will help relieve muscular tension as well as other physical and emotional discomforts.

Typically deeper techniques will be avoided and more gentler ones used, with the therapist using lighter and longer strokes.

Yes, a pregnancy massage will be conducted by a massage therapist who has completed specialist training that allows them to provide treatment that is safe for women who are pregnant.

Make sure you speak with your health professional first if you are a high risk pregnancy or have any other concerns. 

Anytime after your first trimester, which is the first twelve weeks of pregnancy. 

Firstly your massage therapist will ask how you are feeling and if there are any specific areas that are causing you discomfort. Low backache, pelvic girdle pain (PGP), breast pain, swollen feet and ankles, sleep problems and headaches are all common symptoms during pregnancy that a massage can help with.

Once they have a good understanding of the areas you would like to work on, your therapist will provide gentle massage treatment using lighter and longer strokes to help relieve pain and discomfort.

Your therapist may give you cushions to make you more comfortable when lying on the massage table, and will usually instruct you to lie on your side.

Pregnancy massage is a soft tissue treatment where the therapist rubs, presses and kneads targeted areas to relax the muscles and promote faster healing within the body. They will typically use more gentle techniques and strokes and apply less pressure than in a regular massage.

Yes absolutely! Pregnancy massage promotes circulation which allows blood to reach the muscles and soft tissues more quickly. This decreases tension and relieves pain, especially in muscles that are tight. Massaging your feet will help stimulate blood flow which can reduce the swelling and discomfort.

A pregnancy massage also releases endorphins which are hormones that block pain signals and make you feel good. It’s a positive feedback mechanism that puts your body in a relaxed state, allowing you to regulate your breathing and switch off any tension you are holding.

There isn’t much evidence to show that pregnancy massage can reduce nausea or morning sickness, but by relieving stress and making you feel calm and relaxed, it can make you feel better overall.

At Six Physio we offer 30 minute and 60 minute appointments so you can choose which you prefer. Lots of people find that a longer session is more beneficial as it gives you more time to properly relax.

You don’t need to bring anything, but it’s helpful to wear loose fitting clothing that can be easily taken off or moved, so your therapist can access the area they are massaging.

A lot of the treatment has to be delivered skin-on-skin for maximum benefit. It is possible for your therapist to work through clothing if needed, but this would limit the techniques they are able to use. However, the most important thing is that you feel comfortable.