We recommend wearing comfortable clothing to change easily before and after your massage and feel relaxed throughout the day. Full body massage is typically done using oils applied directly to the skin. You will be fully covered with sheets during the massage, except for the part of your body being massaged. You can undress to the level of your comfort. We use machine washable massage oils, so if you choose to keep any clothing or underwear on, no need to worry about oil getting on anything.

If you want to, yes! We have a special pregnancy body cushion system designed to allow you to safely lay face down while your back is massaged. If you prefer to lay on your side, that’s ok too. Our therapists are trained experts and know how to apply cushions and bolsters to keep you safe and comfortable in any position you choose.

According to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), there are many benefits to getting massages during pregnancy. Prenatal massages benefit both you and your baby.

Benefits for Mothers:

• Reduces back and leg pain

• Decreases anxiety, and depression

• Improves sleep quality and mood

• Reduces nausea and vomiting

• Decreases labor time

• Decreases pain medication needed during labor

Benefits for Newborns (of mothers who received regular prenatal massages):

• Lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol

• Less premature births

• Fewer low birth weights

• Better neonatal outcomes

Source: https://www.amtamassage.org/resources/massage-and-health/medical-treatments/pregnancy-and-massage/

You should NOT receive prenatal massage if any of the following are present:

• Pre-eclampsia

• Uncontrolled gestational diabetes/ High glucose levels

• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or Blood clots in legs

• Placenta issues such as placenta previa, accreta, or abruption