Massage therapy supports the changing body during pregnancy and aids recovery in the postpartum period. At Maternal Mindfulness we use specific modalities chosen to promote safety, comfort, and healing:

• Prenatal massage: Modified Swedish techniques with gentle effleurage and petrissage to reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and ease common pregnancy discomforts such as low‑back pain and sciatica. Positioning is adapted (side‑lying or semi‑reclined) for maternal safety and comfort.

• Postpartum healing massage: Focused on releasing neck, shoulder, and back tension from breastfeeding and infant care, using gentle myofascial release, trigger‑point work, and lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling and encourage tissue healing.

• Myofascial release: Slow, sustained pressure to release connective tissue restrictions that develop during pregnancy and after delivery, improving mobility and reducing pain around the pelvis, ribcage, and lower back.

• Lymphatic drainage: Light, rhythmic techniques to support fluid movement, decrease postpartum swelling, and promote detoxification and recovery.

• Therapeutic Deep tissue: Targeted, slower strokes and focused pressure applied safely where appropriate to address chronic muscle tightness, always adjusted for postpartum sensitivity and any contraindications.

• Craniosacral therapy: Gentle cranial and sacral techniques to support nervous system regulation, reduce headaches, and enhance overall relaxation and the mind/body/baby connection.

• Myofascial pelvic release: Specialized work to address pelvic girdle pain, diastasis recti-related tension, and postpartum pelvic floor balancing in coordination with medical or pelvic‑health providers.

Each session is individualized: modalities are selected and adapted based on gestational stage, postpartum timeline, medical history, and client comfort. Safety, communication, and collaboration with other care providers guide modality choices.