Pregnancy Massage in Croydon Park

What your treatment involves

As a qualified NurtureLife® Pregnancy Massage practitioner, I tailor each treatment to your stage of pregnancy and your individual needs. Your comfort and safety are always the priority, with supportive positioning and specialised massage techniques used throughout your treatment.

You'll be comfortably positioned and supported with an abundance of pillows and bolsters, creating a cosy, nurturing space where you can truly relax and let your body rest.

I use pregnancy-safe massage oils specifically formulated for each trimester, allowing your treatment to evolve as your pregnancy progresses.

What pregnancy massage may help with

Pregnancy massage may help to ease many of the common discomforts that can accompany pregnancy, including:

• lower back and hip discomfort
• pelvic and rib tension
• tired or aching legs
• neck and shoulder tension
• muscle tightness and general fatigue

It can also encourage relaxation, reduce feelings of stress and provide some much-needed time to simply switch off.

Labour preparation massage

As you approach the final stages of pregnancy, labour preparation massage can also be incorporated when appropriate. This includes the use of a specially formulated preparation oil containing Clary Sage, together with massage techniques designed to support relaxation and prepare the body as you move closer to birth.

Every pregnancy is different, so every treatment is adapted to you, whether you are coming in to address a particular area of discomfort or enjoy spending 90 minutes where you can feel comfortable, supported and nurtured.

Contributing to pregnancy massage research

I was a study massage therapist in the HOPES (Helping suppOrt individuals Pregnant after Experiencing a Stillbirth) study, conducted through Western Sydney University.

The study explored the feasibility and acceptability of therapeutic massage as an adjunct approach to care for women experiencing a pregnancy following a previous stillbirth or termination for medical reasons after 20 weeks' gestation.

As a participating study massage therapist, I provided pregnancy massage treatments in accordance with the study's established treatment protocol.

The research involved 76 women across Australia and found massage to be highly acceptable and supportive to participants. The study met its pre-specified criteria to support progression to larger-scale research.

I am very proud to have contributed as a massage therapist to research exploring the role of massage as supportive care during pregnancy.

Pregnancy massage is always provided as complementary care and does not replace the advice or treatment of your obstetrician, midwife or other maternity healthcare provider.

Pregnancy massage oils and products

During your pregnancy massage, I use specialised pregnancy massage oils and products from Pregnancy Massage Australia, created specifically for the different stages of pregnancy.

• First trimester, weeks 1 to 13. A gentle, nurturing blend designed for the early stages of pregnancy. Essential oils: Rose Absolute, Australian Mandarin, Roman Chamomile and Spearmint.
• Second trimester, weeks 14 to 26. An uplifting and beautifully aromatic blend to complement the physical and emotional changes of the second trimester. Essential oils: Italian Bergamot, Rose Geranium, Patchouli, Ginger and Neroli.
• Third trimester, weeks 27 to 40. A calming and grounding blend, particularly lovely as your body moves through the later stages of pregnancy. Essential oils: Spruce Pine, Australian Orange, Australian Lavender, Ylang-Ylang Complete and Vetiver.
• Pregnancy Belly Oil. A nourishing blend enriched with botanical oils, vitamins and antioxidants, including Brahmi, Organic Rosehip, Calendula, Apricot Kernel and Sweet Almond oils. It is used to moisturise and care for the skin as your belly changes and grows throughout pregnancy.
• Soothing Leg Gel. A cooling and refreshing gel containing Organic Aloe Vera and Seaweed with essential oils of Geranium, Cypress, Lavender and Spearmint. It can be used during your treatment to soothe and refresh tired, heavy or aching legs and feet.
• Labour Blend. From 38 weeks, the Pregnancy Massage Australia Labour Blend may be incorporated into your massage as you approach the final stages of pregnancy and prepare for labour.

These beautiful pregnancy-specific products allow me to further tailor your massage to your stage of pregnancy, adding another nurturing element to your treatment while keeping your comfort and wellbeing at the centre of your care.

Prefer an unscented treatment? An unscented massage oil is also available if preferred or required.