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Prenatal & Postnatal Massage

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For Mums-to-Be & New Mums

Supporting You Through Pregnancy and Beyond

Our prenatal and postnatal massage services provide safe, natural, and effective support to ease discomfort and nurture your wellbeing, from conception to postpartum recovery.

Whether you’re managing pregnancy symptoms or adjusting to life as a new mum, we’re here to help you feel cared for, grounded, and supported at every stage.

Expert Care by a Trained Pregnancy-Trained Therapist

Our experienced therapist specialises in advanced prenatal and postnatal massage techniques, and brings a nurturing, skilled approach to every session. Each massage is thoughtfully tailored to your stage of pregnancy or postpartum recovery, using safe, comfortable positioning and gentle, effective techniques to relieve tension, ease discomfort, and promote deep relaxation.

Prenatal Massage: Relief and Relaxation During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a beautiful time, but it also brings physical and emotional changes. Our prenatal massage helps ease those aches and pains, leaving you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. As your body changes, we adapt the treatment to meet your evolving needs supporting you with comfort and confidence.

How Prenatal Massage helps:

  • Pain Relief: Relieves aches from your changing posture and growing baby—especially in the back, hips, pelvis, neck, and legs.
  • Nerve Pain Relief: Alleviates sciatica, carpal tunnel, and piriformis syndrome by easing pressure on nerves through soft tissue release work.
  • Reduces Fluid Retention: Stimulates lymph flow to ease swelling in feet, ankles, and hands caused by increased blood volume and reduced circulation and pressure exerted by the uterus on major blood vessels.
  • Improved Sleep Quality: Promotes better rest by reducing physical discomfort and promoting relaxation to support deeper, more restorative sleep.
  • Enhances Circulation: Supports healthy blood flow to the uterus, placenta, and baby, optimising nutrient and oxygen delivery.
  • Mood Enhancement: Encourages the release of endorphins for a better mood, supporting emotional well-being.
  • Relieves Stress Naturally: Helps lower cortisol and boost serotonin and dopamine, creating a relaxed, peaceful state.
  • Alleviates Headaches and Migraines: Soothes tension in the neck, shoulders, and head caused by hormonal changes and stress, reducing headaches and migraines.

Prenatal massage can be tailored to focus on either relaxation or remedial treatment, depending on your needs and the stage of pregnancy.

Postnatal Massage: Recovery and Rejuvenation After Birth

The fourth trimester—the first three months after giving birth—is a time of deep physical and emotional adjustment. Postnatal massage helps you restore your energy and feel like yourself again, all while supporting your emotional and physical recovery.

How Postnatal Massage Supports Your Recovery:

  • Postpartum Healing: Encourages physical recovery by relaxing tight muscles, reducing aches and pains from labour, and boosting circulation.
  • Breastfeeding & Upper Body Relief: Eases neck, shoulder, and back tension caused by feeding, lifting, and caring for your baby.
  • Pelvic & Lower Back Support: Alleviates tension and improves postural stability in areas commonly strained during pregnancy and birth.
  • Reduced Swelling & Fluid Retention: Gentle lymphatic techniques help minimise puffiness in the feet, legs, and hands by supporting healthy circulation and detox.
  • C-Section & Abdominal Recovery: Abdominal massage supports the uterus return to its pre-pregnancy size, and gentle scar tissue work promotes healing and mobility of aids in healing stretch marks and C-section scars.
  • Hormonal Rebalance & Mood Support: Restores hormone balance, encouraging a calm, uplifted state of mind and reducing postpartum emotional discomfort.
  • Stress Reduction: Helps manage postnatal stress and anxiety, offering mental and emotional support.
  • Emotional Support & Personalised Care: Each session begins with a thoughtful consultation, honouring your birth experience and adjusting treatment to meet your needs and stage of healing.

If you’ve had a caesarean birth, we recommend waiting at least two weeks and obtaining clearance from your care provider before booking your postnatal massage.

What to Expect during your Massage:

Every massage session is designed to support your comfort, safety, and wellbeing—whether you’re preparing for birth or recovering from it.

  • Duration: Sessions typically last between 60 to 90 minutes and may include reflexology techniques. We’ll customise the length and focus of your session to suit your needs and stage of pregnancy or recovery.
  • Consultation: Your session begins with a warm conversation. We’ll discuss your medical history, pregnancy or birth journey, and any specific concerns or goals to ensure your massage is safe, personalised, and effective.
  • Comfortable Positioning: We use pregnancy-safe positioning and pillows, designed to reduce pressure on your body and keep both you and your baby safe.
  • Tailored Techniques: Depending on your stage, we adjust our techniques:
    • First Trimester: Soothing, gentle techniques to support rest, ease nausea, and reduce anxiety.
    • Second & Third Trimesters: Remedial techniques for back, hip, and leg discomfort, while maintaining relaxation. Deep tissue and trigger point therapy are avoided during pregnancy for safety.
    • Fourth Trimester (Postpartum): Lymphatic drainage, remedial techniques, and abdominal massage to support recovery, promote healing, and re-establish balance.

Book Your Pregnancy or Postnatal Massage Today

No matter where you are in your pregnancy or postpartum journey, prioritising self-care is essential for both you and your baby. Book your prenatal massage or postnatal massage today and experience the relaxation and relief you deserve. Contact us with any questions or to schedule your appointment—we’re here to support you through this special time.

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  • One of the most intuitive, therapists I have encountered. Extremely good at what she does and the service is delivered in a lovely relaxed way. Much apreciate all the help and advice. Thank you :)
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    Helen Morrison
    3 years ago
  • Amazing experience with Mariska, She really knows how to hit the good spots and encourage a relaxing pregnancy massage.

    Booking in my next appointment now!
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    Lisa Whitty
    5 years ago
  • Mariska is amazing. I've visited her now for reflexology, pregnancy massage, and remedial massage. She's been able to help with a lot of pre and post pregnancy aches. I always feel relaxed and refreshed after seeing her.
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    A Google User
    3 years ago
  • I can highly recommend MarisSage reflexology sessions. I always come to a complete rest. She helps me to stop the constant flow of thoughts and calms my mind, which helps me to be less overwhelmed and more efficient during my week. A huge advantage being a busy mum and self employed business woman!!
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    Wendy Smits-van de Ven
    9 years ago
  • Amazing experience with Mariska! I am 35 weeks pregnant and she has been so wonderful at alleviating my back/hip aches and pains. Magic hands!! Can’t recommend her enough.
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    Rebekah Garne
    4 years ago
  • My massage was with Mariska the first time and the massage was very good and remedial. I was unable to see Mariska so have been seeing Anna and she is just as professional and thorough as Mariska. I recommend MarisSage Remedial Therapies.
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    Jacqueline Irvin
    3 years ago
  • I am very happy with the service including the quality of massage technique and environmental setup. One thing you can consider is upgrading the massage oil blended with the base oil optionally with additional charge or free for good will. Thanks.
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    Nam Jang
    1 year ago
  • I was sceptical, hadn’t had massages for a while, but it was brilliant. I felt relaxed, pain free and very calm after my first massage; a nice feeling and I’ll be back regularly. Thankyou Anna, good job 👍
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    Kathy Hood
    4 years ago
  • I went to see Mariska with a very tensed and sore back, along with shooting pain down my legs. I was very pleased with Mariska’s knowledge about the body and how quickly she diagnosed and started the treatment. I found her very professional with excellent communication skills and magical hands. She knew exactly how to treat my body to relieve pain and get me feeling better from the first visit. Thank you, see you at my next visit!!
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    Gita Charan
    5 years ago
  • Mariska has amazing hands.
    I have been a massage therapist for many years and have had a lot of massages over time.
    Mariska's treatments are the best I have ever had!!
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    Kim McChlery
    9 years ago
  • Best experience. Anna was simply amazing; very gentle and receptive and the massage was perfect. The environment really supported the experience: a comfortable, neat and private place with relaxing music. I left the place feeling deeply relaxed and happy. I strongly recommend.
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    A Google User
    3 years ago
  • So relaxing...mariska has magic hands!!
    Highly recommend
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    Lucia Van Gerwen
    8 years ago
  • Mariska gave me a great massage, relieving pressure where needed & also gave me some tips and exercises for a back problem
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    Tricia Whealy
    4 years ago
  • Better than expected. Hope to visit again ..
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    usook kwon
    2 years ago
  • positive review Wonderful remedial massage . Nice firm pressure on tight muscles with relaxing ambient atmosphere. Therapist has great knowledge of muscle and anatomy . 60 minutes and I felt great. Thank you !
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    Karen Guy
    6 years ago
  • I had an absolutely amazing remedial massage! Mariska was highly skilled, targeting all the right areas with the perfect balance of pressure and relaxation. I walked out feeling completely refreshed, with tension and tightness melted away. A truly rejuvenating experience—I’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend!
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    Nerina Maher
    8 months ago
  • Professional service.
    Willing to listen and provide necessary recommendations.
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    Calvin Chan
    5 years ago
  • I had a great remedial massage for some upper back pain I have been experiencing recently. Mariska was really great about listening to my issues and tailoring the massage specifically to target my problem area. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to relieve pain.
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    A Google User
    5 years ago
  • I met Mariska recently and she was very kind, understanding and highly professional. Looking forward to future massage sessions!
    Thanks so much Mariska, Regards, Maureen C.
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    Soccer Smasher
    2 months ago
  • The best massage I’ve ever had. I can’t recommend Mariska enough. She asked me where my trouble areas are and focused on those areas for me. She made me feel comfortable and relaxed.
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    Ashlee Baron
    1 year ago
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