Pregnancy Massage · Pre- & post-natal

Pregnancy massage — safe, side-lying, evidence-aware.

Massage specifically modified for pregnant and post-natal bodies. Side-lying positions, awareness of the hormonal changes that loosen joints, and a focus on the areas that take the biggest hit through pregnancy — lower back, hips, neck, feet.

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What changes about a pregnancy session.

From the second trimester onwards we use side-lying positions with pillows under the bump and between the knees. No prone work (lying on the belly) for obvious reasons. We avoid certain pressure points traditionally avoided in pregnancy as a precaution.

The work itself is firm but never aggressive. Pregnancy hormones (relaxin, progesterone) loosen ligaments and increase joint mobility, so we adjust the technique to not push beyond the new range. The aim is to ease the load on the structures that are taking it, not to add new stress.

Post-natally, the modifications change. Once you’re six weeks out from birth (12 weeks for C-section unless your doctor clears earlier), we move back to standard positions, often with more abdominal work and pelvic-floor-aware techniques.

What pregnancy massage helps with

Six areas pregnancy massage helps with.

Pregnancy creates predictable postural and load changes. These are the most common things we work on.

Low back and sacral pain

The most common pregnancy complaint — especially second and third trimester. We work the lumbar spine, glutes, and the QL muscles that take the load.

Sciatica and leg pain

The growing uterus can compress the sciatic nerve and the piriformis can clamp down around it. Side-lying glute and piriformis work helps a lot.

Tight upper back and shoulders

The forward shift of body weight pulls the upper back into a slump and the shoulders forward. Targeted work plus posture cues helps.

Carpal tunnel symptoms

Fluid retention through pregnancy can compress the median nerve in the wrist. Forearm and shoulder massage helps the symptoms.

Fluid retention & leg swelling

Lymphatic-style work on the legs (lighter, longer strokes) reduces the puffiness and the achiness of swollen ankles.

Post-natal recovery

After clearance, we work into the post-natal body’s specific needs — neck and shoulders from feeding postures, low back from baby carrying, scar mobilisation for C-section recovery.

How a session runs

Three parts to a pregnancy massage appointment.

A short intake.

First five minutes: what’s bothering you, what you want from the session, anything medical we need to know. We ask about pressure preference up front so you don’t have to flag it mid-session.

Hands-on work.

A pregnancy session is 60 minutes side-lying with pillow support. We adjust pressure based on trimester and any pregnancy-specific conditions. The work is firm but gentle — not the place for deep, aggressive technique.

What to do after.

Water, no heavy training for the rest of the day. We’ll tell you if there’s anything specific to do or avoid in the next 24 hours — some styles leave you needing rest, others leave you ready to move.

Common questions

pregnancy massage questions we get asked.

01 Do I need a referral?

No referral needed for pregnancy massage. If you have DVA cover or an accepted WorkCover claim that includes remedial massage, bring the paperwork — we can bill those schemes directly when the documentation supports it.

02 Can I claim it on private health?

Yes, on most extras policies that include remedial massage. We HICAPS your fund at the front desk and you only pay the gap. Relaxation-only massage isn’t always covered — ring your fund if you’re unsure.

03 How much pressure should I expect?

Medium throughout. We avoid deep, sharp pressure that triggers a hormonal stress response. Plenty of pressure to ease tight muscles, never enough to leave you tense.

04 How long is the session?

60 minutes is the standard. Some women prefer 30-minute focused sessions late in the third trimester when lying for an hour gets uncomfortable.

05 Will I be sore afterwards?

Pregnancy massage shouldn’t leave you sore. If you feel sore the next day, the pressure was too deep; let us know and we’ll dial back.

06 How often should I come?

Fortnightly through the second and third trimester works well for most women. Some come weekly in the last few weeks when discomfort peaks. Listen to your body and your obstetrician.

HICAPS on the spot with every major fund · DVA, WorkCover & NDIS accepted where applicable.