Best Prenatal Massage in NYC!

Benefits of Prenatal Massage

Prenatal massages are massages specifically tailored to pregnant women. You will lay on the massage table differently than a traditional massage, and the massage therapist will tailor the massage to your needs. Some benefits of prenatal massages include reduced back and joint pain, improved circulation, better sleep, and reduced edema.

Most Frequently Asked Question

Is it safe for pregnant women to get a prenatal massage?

Prenatal massages are typically safe and effective after the first trimester of pregnancy. It is important to consult with your doctor before scheduling a prenatal massage to make sure you are a candidate to receive one.

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Also known as pregnancy massage, is customized to an expectant mother's needs and used to promote relaxation. Our massage therapists have received specialized training and know how to position and support the woman's body during the massage, modify techniques, as well as avoid certain areas and techniques during pregnancy.

“Therapeutic massage has been used for centuries to improve overall health, reduce stress, and relieve muscle tension. Research shows prenatal massage therapy can help reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labor outcomes and newborn health. Prenatal massage therapy addresses different needs through varying techniques, one of which is called Swedish Massage.

Swedish Massage aims to relax muscle tension and improve lymphatic and blood circulation through mild pressure applied to the muscle groups of the body. Swedish Massage is the recommended massage method during pregnancy because it addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts.
A distinction should be made between therapeutic prenatal massage and perineal massage, the latter referring to the practice of manually stretching the tissues surrounding the birth canal to help reduce the risk of episiotomy or trauma associated with childbirth.”

- American Pregnancy Association