Frequently Asked Questions:

Do you have a table with the hole in it? 

 

During pregnancy, the safest and most supportive positions for massage are typically side-lying and semi-reclined.

These positions:

  • support healthy circulation

  • reduce strain on the low back

  • prevent unnecessary pressure on the abdomen

  • keep both mother and baby comfortable

While some tables or pillow systems allow clients to lie face down, research and advanced prenatal training suggest that side-lying and semi-reclined positioning provide more consistent support for the changing pregnant body.

As a therapist with specialized prenatal training, I carefully position you with supportive bolsters and cushions to protect your hips, shoulders, and lower back throughout your session.

You deserve massage care that is thoughtfully adapted for pregnancy — not simply a “regular massage” with a pregnancy accommodation.

When can I receive prenatal massage?

Prenatal massage can be received throughout pregnancy when provided by a properly trained therapist.

I hold a Prenatal, Labor, and Postpartum Massage Certification from Boulder College of Massage Therapy, which included over 125 hours of specialized training. This allows me to safely support you during every stage of pregnancy with appropriate positioning, techniques, and pressure modifications.

You are welcome here:

  • while trying to conceive

  • during your first trimester

  • throughout your second and third trimesters

  • and even in the final weeks leading up to birth

Many mothers choose to schedule a massage close to their due date. If baby hasn’t arrived yet, it can be a beautiful opportunity to relax, ease muscular tension, and prepare your body for labor.

If you go into labor before your scheduled session, there is no cancellation fee. Your body — and your baby — set the timeline.

When can I receive Postpartum Massage 

Postpartum massage can be received as soon as you feel ready — whether that’s within the first week after birth or months (even years) later. Recovery looks different for every mother.

Childbirth places significant physical demands on the body — vaginal or cesarean. Muscles can feel sore and fatigued, and new patterns of feeding, holding, and carrying baby often create additional neck, shoulder, and upper body tension.

Postpartum massage can help:

  • support circulation and healing

  • ease muscle soreness

  • reduce neck and shoulder strain

  • promote nervous system regulation

  • create space for your body to recover

Many mothers schedule their first session within the first few weeks after birth. If you have extra support from family or friends, that can be a wonderful time to come in. If not, babies are always welcome — we can adjust the session to meet your needs.

Postpartum is a demanding and transformative season. Ongoing support can make a meaningful difference in how you feel in your body.

 

Is massage safe after a C- Section?

Yes — massage can be very supportive after a cesarean birth, with appropriate timing and modifications.

In the early weeks, we focus on gentle techniques that promote circulation, reduce muscle tension (especially in the neck, shoulders, and low back), and support nervous system regulation. Direct abdominal work is avoided until your incision has fully healed and your provider has cleared you for deeper work.

As healing progresses, specialized scar tissue therapy can be introduced when appropriate to:

  • improve mobility

  • reduce adhesions

  • support core function

  • decrease discomfort around the incision site

Every postpartum body heals differently. I always recommend following your provider’s guidance regarding incision healing and activity levels. Sessions are thoughtfully adjusted based on where you are in your recovery.

You are welcome here whether you are weeks, months, or even years after your C-section.