Mother to Be

Pre/Post Natal Treatments

Pregnancy and birth is a time for new beginnings. A healing and caring touch is as vital to a mother's well-being as she adapts to her new body. Regardless of individual circumstances, a pregnant woman's body is challenged, changed and stressed in so many ways.

A therapeutic and nurturing massage gives special attention to the mother-to-be, which in turn nurtures the new life that grows within her.

Prenatal massage relieves many of the normal discomforts of pregnancy such as backache, muscle cramps, neck and headaches and water retention. It also increases blood and lymph circulation, which in turn brings more oxygen and nutrients to you and baby. This means greater vitality and less fatigue for you.

Postnatal massage assists the body in 'settling back down'. It helps to restore energy levels after labour and helps to balance hormones and gives you some time much needed time to yourself. It eases muscular tension and fatigue, facilitates healing, stimulates the return of energy and circulation and eases backache and shoulder pain.

Hydrotherm Pregnancy Massage

Designed to ease pregnancy related aches and pains, soothe tired muscles, maintain the skin’s elasticity minimising stretch marks and varicose veins and reduce fatigue and fluid retention. This treatment is suitable after the 12th week of pregnancy.

Susan Patterson-Smith is specially trained to carry out this specialist treatment, using bolsters and cushions to position you safely and comfortably. All oils used in this massage are completely safe to use during pregnancy.

Reflexology during pregnancy, labour, & the postnatal period.

Maternity Reflexology is aimed specifically at women during pre-conception, pregnancy, labour and the post-natal period.
During your pregnancy, your body will go through significant changes; these changes will affect the emotional, hormonal and physiological balance of your body. Reflexology can help to alleviate or prevent discomfort arising from this imbalance and restore the body’s equilibrium.
Research has shown that regular reflexology treatments during pregnancy can shorten the duration of labour, with many women requiring less pain-relief.

Reflexology is safe and effective during pregnancy. It is, however, not recommended if there is a history of premature labour, severe hypertension, placenta previa or recent vaginal bleeding. If you suspect any problems in your pregnancy it is important to contact your doctor or midwife.

Reflexology during Pregnancy

Can help with general relaxation, relief of stress and anxiety, increases energy levels, eases physiological discomforts, reduces heartburn, relieves backache, Nausea and vomiting, high blood pressure, Oedema (swelling, mainly of feet and ankles), Ligament and groin pain, Symphysis pubis dysfunction, Sciatica, Constipation, Cystitis, Insomnia and sleep problems, turning a breech baby and preparation for labour.

The balm genesis package

Helping to relieve symptoms displayed in the 1st trimester of pregnancy; nausea, indigestion, fatigue, tender breasts, complexion problems, headaches, dizziness, faintness and heartburn. This treatment includes the balm mini facial alongside a head & scalp massage focussing on pressure points to relieve your symptoms. This is then followed by a file & polish and the whole treatment is performed on the Hydrotherm system for maximum comfort.

The balm indulgence package
Skin dryness due to stretching, stretch marks and hormonal changes are some of the characteristics of the 2nd trimester. This is also a time when hyper- pigmentation (the butterfly mask and/or blemishes) can appear, along with a more prominent appearance of varicose veins. This treatment focuses on your skin changes and includes a full body re-hydrating massage. This is followed by a facial all performed on the Hydrotherm system for maximum comfort.

The balm quintessence package
This treatment helps to relieve symptoms found in the 3rd trimester; lower back pain, joint strain, constipation, tiredness, swelling and shortness of breath. A Hydrotherm massage for pregnancy combined with reflexology on the hydrotherm system allows you to unwind and elevate you to a calm and restful state of mind. This is finished with a pedicure and polish.

The balm restoration package

Feeling overtired and overwhelmed after giving birth, you deserve as much care and attention as your baby. Experience this relaxing treat and let it help to restore your energy. This treatment is designed to help you feel better about yourself and includes a facial and specific massage for the post natal body. The Hydrotherm system is used so if breast feeding you are not required to lie on your front.

Reflexology in Labour

Research has shown that women who have regular reflexology treatments during pregnancy are more likely to have a shorter labour and require less pain relief. Other benefits include: induction of labour, pain relief, co-ordination and acceleration of regular contractions, preventing a retained placenta

Postnatal Reflexology

Reflexology can help to alleviate postnatal problems and help with breastfeeding. It also assists with:

Inadequate lactation
Engorged breasts
Urine retention
Constipation
Backache
Stress and anxiety problems
Sleep problems
postnatal depression
Increase in energy levels

Hydrotherm Pregnancy Massage

Pre- Pregnancy Reflexology

Postnatal Reflexology

Reflexology in Labour

The Genesis Package

The balm Indulgence Package

The balm Quintessence Package

The balm Restoration Package

1hr/£70

1hr 30mins/95

½hr/£40

1hr/£55

½ hr/£40 1hr/£55

1hr/£55

1hr 30mins/£110

2hrs/£120

2hrs 30mins/£150

1hr 30mins/130

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