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Prenatal and Postpartum Wellness
Prenatal Massage
Getting a prenatal massage can help ease your aches and pains and give you some much-needed relaxation during pregnancy.
Benefits of massage during pregnancy include:
- Reduces Stress and Anxiety: Pregnancy massage can help lower stress hormones like cortisol, promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety.
- Eases Muscle and Joint Pain: Regular massage can relieve muscle tension, particularly in the lower back, hips, and legs, which are common areas of discomfort during pregnancy.
- Improves Circulation: Massage therapy enhances blood and lymphatic circulation, helping to reduce swelling in the legs and feet and promoting overall cardiovascular health.
- Promotes Better Sleep: Massage can help alleviate sleep disturbances by relaxing the nervous system, leading to improved sleep quality.
- Supports Emotional Well-being: Massage stimulates the release of endorphins, which can elevate mood and provide emotional comfort during pregnancy.
- Relieves Headaches: Regular massage therapy can reduce the frequency and intensity of tension headaches that may occur due to hormonal changes or stress.
- Reduces Swelling: Massage helps to move excess fluid out of the tissues, reducing pregnancy-related swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet.
- Prepares the Body for Labor: Regular massage during pregnancy can help relax the muscles and prepare the body for labor, potentially leading to a smoother delivery process.
Pregnancy Float
Float therapy involves immersing oneself in a tank filled with warm water and Epsom salts, creating a weightless and relaxing environment. While it is important to consult with a healthcare professional, there are many potential benefits of float therapy that can be relevant to pregnant women.
- Relieves Physical Discomfort: Floating can alleviate common pregnancy-related discomforts such as back pain, joint pressure, and swollen feet by reducing the effects of gravity on the body.
- Promotes Relaxation: The weightless environment helps relax tense muscles and promotes deep relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety often experienced during pregnancy.
- Improves Sleep: Regular float therapy sessions can enhance sleep quality by helping to relax the nervous system and reduce insomnia symptoms commonly associated with pregnancy.
- Supports Mental Clarity: The serene environment of float therapy can improve mental clarity, allowing expectant mothers to connect more deeply with themselves and their baby.
- Enhances Circulation: Floating can help improve blood circulation, reducing the risk of varicose veins and promoting overall cardiovascular health during pregnancy.
- Boosts Mood: The release of endorphins during float therapy can elevate mood, helping to alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety that some women experience during pregnancy.
- Reduces Swelling: The buoyancy in the tank helps to reduce swelling in the legs and feet by easing the pressure on the body’s circulatory system.
- Improves Breathing: The weightless environment can relieve pressure on the diaphragm and lungs, making it easier for pregnant women to breathe deeply and comfortably.
- Promotes Bonding: The calm and meditative state induced by float therapy can enhance the emotional bond between the mother and the unborn baby.
- Safe and Non-Invasive: Float therapy is generally considered safe for most pregnant women, providing a non-invasive way to manage physical and emotional challenges during pregnancy.
Postpartum Red Light Therapy
High-powered red & infrared LED light therapy is designed to activate internal and external healing of the perineal/vaginal tissue. It helps accelerate wound healing, increase circulation, reduce inflammation, and provide rapid pain relief. LED light can even be used to treat mastitis and sore nipples.
Prenatal & Postpartum Wellness Services – FAQ
General
Are these services safe during pregnancy?
Yes—with some guidelines. Our prenatal float therapy and massage services are specially tailored for expectant mothers in their second and third trimesters. We use side-lying support and techniques that prioritize your comfort and safety. Always check with your healthcare provider before starting any new wellness service.
Do I need a doctor’s note to book a session?
It’s not required, but we strongly recommend checking in with your OB or midwife, especially if you have a high-risk pregnancy, medical conditions, or complications.
Float Therapy
Is float therapy safe while pregnant?
Yes—float therapy is a game-changer during pregnancy. The buoyancy relieves pressure on your joints and spine, providing deep physical relief and mental relaxation. We recommend starting after your first trimester.
How does floating help during pregnancy?
It eases back pain, reduces swelling, improves sleep, and gives you a quiet mental space to connect with your baby. Many moms say it’s the most relaxed they’ve felt in months.
What do I wear in the float tank?
Most people float nude, but you’re welcome to wear a swimsuit if that’s more comfortable for you. The tank is completely private. For additional FAQs about float therapy, please visit our float service page.
Prenatal Massage
What’s different about a prenatal massage?
Prenatal massage uses specific techniques that are safe and effective for pregnancy. We focus on relieving lower back pain, hip tension, swelling, and general fatigue, using bolsters and cushions to support your body fully. Learn more about our prenatal massage service.
How far along should I be to book a prenatal massage?
We recommend waiting until after the first trimester (13 weeks), unless your doctor has cleared you earlier.
Postpartum Red Light & Sauna
When can I start red light therapy after giving birth?
Most women can start red light therapy within a few weeks postpartum, especially for healing scars, reducing inflammation, and supporting mood and energy. If you had a C-section or complications, please consult your doctor first.
What are the benefits of red light therapy postpartum?
Red light supports tissue repair, reduces joint pain and swelling, enhances sleep, and may help balance hormones. It’s also a much-needed moment of stillness in your new routine. Please visit our red light therapy page to learn about additional benefits of this service.
Is the sauna safe postpartum or while breastfeeding?
Yes, once you’re fully healed and cleared by your provider. The sauna promotes relaxation and stress relief. Stay hydrated and listen to your body—sessions can be shortened as needed.
Booking & Logistics
How do I book an appointment?
You can book online through our website, call us, or stop by the front desk. Let us know if you’re prenatal or postpartum so we can best tailor your session.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
We get it—life is unpredictable. Just give us at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid a cancellation fee.
Still have questions?
Reach out any time—we’re here to support your journey through motherhood with care, comfort, and compassion.
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