Emma has passion for working with mothers to be during their pregnancies, bringing together her two loves of maternity care and body work.
Emma uses a special blend of essential oils that is safe for use in pregnancy and enhances your massage experience. Depending on stage of pregnancy and how the mother is feeling, Emma uses a variety of positions for massage, including special pregnant belly pillow designed for woman to lay on front with pillow supporting the growing tummy. Side lying or seated massage.
Postnatally, if a woman is more comfortable having a massage with her baby close by, Emma is more than happy for you to bring the baby along, and can provide a moses basket, bouncer or baby activity mat for your baby to sleep or play right next to you whilst you relax and enjoy your massage. Should you need to feed, Emma can prop the table up for your comfort and give you a luxurious foot massage whilst you feed.
Massage during pregnancy is so beneficial for the mother and her baby; as well as all the benefits of massage mentioned above, some more benefits include:
- The increase of circulation means more oxygen and nutrients to the baby
- Reduces swelling in hands and feet
- Releases endorphins (body’s natural feel good and pain relief hormone) massage is a great tool to use during labour and post natal period as well
- Promotes sleep
- Increases relaxation. Using deep relaxation in pregnancy is wonderful, a relaxed mum equals a relaxed baby, and practicing deep relaxation techniques before the birth of your baby can lead to a more comfortable, enjoyable birth
- Eases discomforts often felt during pregnancy as your posture changes to accommodate the extra weight of baby
- Increases flexibility and opens up area around pelvis, allowing for the baby to move into optimal position, meaning both baby and mother are more comfortable in pregnancy and labour
- Wonderful for recovery and sense of wellbeing postnatally
- Reduces Stress
- Very beneficial in the lead up to birth, as it promotes feelings of calm and relaxation and helps mother to feel connected to her body and baby
A relaxed mum equals a relaxed baby, the benefits the mother receives from massage so will her baby. Know that with every massage you are promoting your babies and your own health.
Emma believes so strongly in the benefits of regular massage during this very special time, she would like to offer a discount for mothers to use during her entire pregnancy.
$65 for a 60 min treatment if the mother receives regular treatments throughout pregnancy.