Nurturing Support for You and Your Growing Baby

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, but as your body changes, it can bring new aches, discomforts and stresses. Pregnancy massage is a gentle, tailored treatment designed specifically for expectant mothers to help ease physical tension, promote relaxation and support wellbeing throughout pregnancy.

At The Orchard Clinic, we offer pregnancy massage from 12 weeks' gestation onwards. Each treatment is adapted to your stage of pregnancy and individual needs, ensuring both comfort and safety for you and your baby.

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What Is Pregnancy Massage?

Pregnancy massage uses specialised techniques to address the physical and emotional demands of pregnancy. Treatment is performed in comfortable, supported positions using cushions and bolsters to help you relax while protecting your growing bump.

The aim is not only to ease discomfort but also to provide valuable time for you to slow down, unwind and connect with your changing body.

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Common Reasons Parents-to-Be Seek Pregnancy Massage

Many women choose pregnancy massage to help with:

Back Pain - as your bump grows, the extra weight and changes in posture can place increased strain on your lower back and pelvis.

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Neck and Shoulder Tension - Changes in posture, stress, poor sleep and caring for other children can all contribute to tight shoulders and neck discomfort.

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Pelvic and Hip Discomfort - Pregnancy hormones cause your ligaments to become more flexible, which can sometimes lead to aching around the pelvis, hips and buttocks.

 

Leg Cramps and Muscle Tightness - Many pregnant women experience tight calves, cramps or general muscular discomfort, particularly in the second and third trimesters.

 

Swollen Feet and Ankles - Massage may help promote circulation and provide relief from mild fluid retention and feelings of heaviness in the legs.

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Sciatic-Type Pain - Some women develop discomfort that travels from the lower back into the buttock or leg as the baby grows and changes position.

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Stress and Anxiety - Pregnancy can be an emotional time. Massage encourages relaxation and can provide a calm space away from the demands of everyday life.

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Difficulty Sleeping - Physical discomfort and a busy mind can affect sleep. Many women report feeling more relaxed and sleeping better following treatment.

 

General Pregnancy Aches and Pains - Sometimes there is no specific problem, but your body simply feels tired, achy or in need of some extra care.