Massage Therapy > Perinatal Massage
Massage Therapy For Pregnancy & Postpartum
Pregnancy and postpartum bring profound physical and emotional changes. Perinatal massage offers safe, therapeutic support through every stage, helping you ease discomfort, reconnect with your body, and promote long-term wellness.
Our approach to perinatal massage is always safe, respectful, and clinically appropriate, provided within the regulated scope of massage therapy. Whether you're preparing for birth or healing after, we're here to support you with care that meets you where you are.
Scope of Massage Therapist in Ontario is: Assessment and treatment of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissue and joints of the body which can include orthopaedic and neurological testing, soft tissue manipulation hydrotherapy, remedial exercise programs and client education programs.” (CMTO)
Pregnancy/Prenatal Massage
Pregnancy Massage is beneficial for:
general well-being
arm pain and carpal tunnel syndrome
back pain, broad ligament pain
Sciatica
leg swelling
labour preparation etc..
Pregnancy massage supports healthy blood and lymphatic circulation, eases muscular tension and pain, improves tissue awareness, and promote relaxation.
Postpartum Massage
Postpartum massage is beneficial for:
general well-being
muscle soreness
Low back pain
Neck, shoulder, and arm pain
fatigue
Post c-section recovery and rehabilitation
Postpartum massage supports recovery from delivery or c-section, eases muscular tension, and promote relaxation.
* Your baby is welcome to accompany your treatment!
Perinatal Health Education And Self-Care
Learning self-care is empowering and it leads to better, longer-lasting results from massage therapy.
Our education and self-care sessions are available both virtually (online) and in-person, tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Each session may include:
Intake and assessment
Goal setting for treatment and self-care
pregnancy and postpartum physiology education
Remedial exercise instruction and demonstration
Guided self-breast massage techniques
Hydrotherapy instruction and application
Time for questions and personalized guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
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You can receive pregnancy massage at any stage of your pregnancy, including the first trimester.
Feel free to book your session whenever you’re ready!
Here is the link: Initial Prenatal Massage Appoitment
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Yes, you can receive treatment as long as you're able to carry out your daily activities.
The treatment and techniques will be carefully modified based on the specific reason for your high-risk pregnancy. -
That depends on how your surgery went and how you’re healing.
In many cases, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) can be beneficial in the early stages to help reduce swelling and support recovery. However, timing varies for everyone and depends on several factors.
It's essential to receive clearance from your surgeon before starting hands-on treatment.
General guidelines:
Early phase (before stitches are removed): MLD may be used to gently reduce swelling around the incision site.
Once stitches are out and the incision is fully closed: Light massage over or around the area may begin—with your consent and physician’s approval.
Around 6 weeks postpartum: Many people are comfortable receiving more pressure, depending on their healing progress.
You are welcome to book a FREE Resonance Check (Discovery Call) to discuss what support is best for your stage of recovery.
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Yes, you can!
Breast massage during pregnancy can help relieve soreness and support overall breast health as your body changes.
You may also want to consider booking an education and self-care session for lactation before your baby arrives. This can be a valuable opportunity to learn helpful techniques in advance—so you’re better prepared to care for yourself during the early postpartum period, when time and energy are often limited.
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You’re welcome to book a session anytime—you don’t need to be in pain or discomfort to benefit from postpartm massage. It can be a proactive and supportive part of your postpartum care.
You might also consider our virtual self-care session as a convenient option. It saves commute time and empowers you to implement effective self-care practices from the comfort of your home.
Integrative Approach With Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Many patients choose to receive perinatal massage alongside Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)treatments. This holistic approach allows us to explore and support breast health from multiple perspectives, including:
Hormonal balance
healthy pregnancy maintenance
Miscarriage prevention
Labour preparation
Emotional patterns and trauma
Diet and lifestyle
Energetic stagnation or imbalances
Acute mastitis
Recurrent mastitis
Milk supply concerns
Weaning
Sadness when breastfeeding aka. Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER) etc.
Together, these therapies help support long-term wellness, not just in the physical body, but in your emotional and energetic health as well.