nurturing the mother®

Nurturing the Mother® pregnancy massage utilizes a comfortable, secure, side-lying position to avoid undue pressure on a growing abdomen and the lower back. Mothers are completely supported by pillows, keeping the top hip, knee and ankle on the same level to avoid pulling on the sacroiliac joint and to maximize blood and lymph circulation.

Nurturing the Mother®, with Amelia, combines the following methods:

• Calming Swedish massage strokes for deep muscle relaxation, tension release and increased circulation.
• Gentle range-of-motion and stretching movements to relieve pressure through neck, shoulders, rib cage, lower back and hips and to promote greater strength, flexibility and balance.
• Deep tissue work in the hip and gluteal area to help alleviate chronic lower back and hip pain.
• Abdominal massage to relieve round ligament pain, support digestion and increase circulation to the placenta and baby. Also increases awareness of the baby. The baby will feel and benefit from the massage.
• Lymph Drainage Therapy to reduce pregnancy-induced edema (swelling).
• CranioSacral Therapy for balance and centering.
• Acupressure and reflexology techniques shown to be effective in treating many common pregnancy related complaints.

Additional details about scheduling your session, office location, session rates and office hours can be found here on the home page.

"I saw Amelia for massage during my pregnancy. I loved those sessions; I knew I was in good hands because she had training specifically for pregnancy massage. Amelia knew how to support my aching body, provide comfort and much needed relaxation." - KK, Reiki Master and Reflexologist