Massage for pregnancy and postnatal care.
At Therapy Now, pregnancy and postnatal massage means focused therapeutic massage for the changing body—supporting back pain, hip discomfort, pelvic tension, shoulder tension, headaches, stress, sleep challenges, and recovery after birth.
Focused massage for pregnancy, birth, and recovery.
At Therapy Now, we use the term pregnancy and postnatal massage to describe therapeutic massage that supports the body during pregnancy and after birth. Treatment may focus on the lower back, hips, glutes, pelvis, ribs, neck, shoulders, arms, or other areas that feel tight, painful, or overworked.
This is different from a general relaxation massage. Pregnancy and postnatal massage is adapted to your stage of pregnancy, comfort, positioning needs, symptoms, and goals. Your Registered Massage Therapist may use side-lying support, pillows, bolsters, and gentle or focused techniques depending on what feels best for you.
The goal is simple.
We want to help you feel supported, reduce muscle tension, improve comfort, and make your massage appointment feel safe, calm, and adapted to your body.
- ✓Adapted positioning for comfort
- ✓Support for pregnancy and postnatal body changes
- ✓Can focus on back, hips, shoulders, neck, and legs
- ✓Care based on your comfort, stage, and goals
When should you book pregnancy or postnatal massage?
People often book pregnancy or postnatal massage when discomfort, tension, sleep disruption, stress, or recovery needs start affecting daily comfort.
Pregnancy Back Pain
Massage may help reduce lower back, mid-back, or upper back tension related to posture changes, growth, carrying, nursing, or lifting.
Sciatica-Like Symptoms
Pregnancy and postnatal patients may feel hip, glute, or leg discomfort. Massage may support surrounding muscle tension and comfort.
Upper Back & Shoulder Tension
Feeding, holding baby, carrying car seats, and sleep disruption can contribute to shoulder, neck, chest, and upper back tension.
Neck Pain & Headaches
Massage may help with neck tension, headaches, jaw tension, and upper back discomfort related to posture, stress, and fatigue.
Women’s Health Support
Some patients also explore acupuncture for pregnancy, fertility, postpartum support, stress, sleep, and women’s health concerns.
Mental Stress & Burnout
Pregnancy and postpartum seasons can be physically and emotionally demanding. Counselling may support stress, anxiety, and emotional wellness.
Your appointment is adapted to your comfort.
A pregnancy or postnatal massage appointment usually starts with a short discussion about your symptoms, stage of pregnancy or postpartum recovery, positioning preferences, and areas you want to focus on or avoid.
Intake & Goals
Your therapist may ask about your pregnancy stage, postnatal recovery, symptoms, health history, comfort level, and what areas need support.
Comfortable Positioning
Your therapist may use side-lying positioning, pillows, bolsters, or other supports to help you feel comfortable and safe throughout treatment.
Focused Treatment
Treatment may include the lower back, hips, glutes, neck, shoulders, upper back, arms, legs, or other areas based on your symptoms and comfort.
Home Care
Your therapist may suggest simple stretches, rest strategies, heat guidance, posture tips, feeding-position suggestions, or follow-up care when helpful.
Your body is adapting to a lot.
Pregnancy and postnatal discomfort may be related to posture changes, ligament changes, sleep disruption, feeding positions, carrying baby, lifting, stress, pelvic and hip changes, muscle guarding, or recovery after birth.
Book sooner if:
- ✓Discomfort is affecting sleep, movement, or daily comfort
- ✓You are feeling more hip, back, neck, or shoulder tension
- ✓You need a calm appointment that supports your body and nervous system
- ✓You are postpartum and your body feels sore, tight, or overworked
Other services that may support pregnancy and postnatal care.
Some patients benefit from combining massage therapy with other Therapy Now services depending on pain, stress, sleep, mobility, women’s health concerns, or recovery goals.
Registered Massage Therapy
For direct billing, official RMT receipts, assessment, treatment planning, and pregnancy or postnatal-focused massage therapy.
Acupuncture
May support women’s health, pregnancy wellness, fertility support, stress, sleep, headaches, and whole-body regulation.
Clinical Counselling
Helpful for stress, anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and mental health support during pregnancy or postpartum.
Kinesiology
Helpful when symptoms are connected to strength, posture, mobility, movement confidence, or gradual return to activity.
Student Massage & Bodywork
Affordable massage and bodywork for general tension, relaxation, and wellness support. Not directly billable to insurance.
Pain Relief
Explore Therapy Now services that may support pain relief, stress, injury recovery, and whole-person care.
Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage FAQ
What is pregnancy massage?
Pregnancy massage is therapeutic massage adapted for the pregnant body. It may focus on back pain, hip discomfort, shoulder tension, neck pain, stress, sleep, and general body discomfort during pregnancy.
What is postnatal massage?
Postnatal massage is massage after birth that may support sore muscles, neck and shoulder tension, back discomfort, stress, and recovery from the physical demands of caring for a baby.
Can massage help pregnancy back pain?
Massage therapy may help reduce muscle tension, improve comfort, support relaxation, and address soft tissue restrictions that may contribute to pregnancy-related back pain.
Can massage help pregnancy sciatica?
Massage may help with low back, hip, and glute tension that can contribute to sciatica-like discomfort. Your therapist will adapt treatment based on your symptoms and comfort.
Is pregnancy massage covered by insurance?
If your appointment is with a Registered Massage Therapist, you may be able to use extended health benefits or direct billing when eligible. Student massage and bodywork are not directly billable.
How are you positioned during pregnancy massage?
Your therapist may use side-lying positioning, pillows, bolsters, and supports so you feel comfortable and safe during your appointment.
When can I book after giving birth?
Timing depends on your recovery, comfort, and healthcare guidance. Contact the clinic if you are unsure, and your therapist can adapt the appointment to your current needs.
Where is Therapy Now located?
Therapy Now is located in Newton, Surrey at 240 - 13711 72 Avenue, Surrey, BC, across from the Newton Bus Loop.
Ready to book pregnancy or postnatal massage?
Book online or contact Therapy Now if you need help choosing the right massage appointment for pregnancy discomfort, postnatal recovery, back pain, hip tension, shoulder tension, or stress support.
