Practitioners: Julia Simmons

Massage can be of great physical and emotional benefit throughout pregnancy and after the birth.  Changes in the body’s shape and posture can lead to muscular tension and discomfort.  Pregnancy brings with it not only physical changes and challenges, but also emotional stresses and anxieties.  Regular massage right up to delivery and post partum can be immensely supportive and helpful.   Advice can be offered for the use of massage during labour.

Massage during pregnancy can be carried out on a couch in a side lying position, however I am able to offer a unique treatment using the Bump Bag (a large bean bag with a hole in the middle) which allows the pregnant woman to lie on her front  to experience total relaxation.  I have had really positive feedback regarding the Bump Bag, without exception everyone has enthused about the feeling of space it gives and said how wonderful it is to be comfortable and be able to breathe again.