Lavaye Prenatal Massage
Gentle, nurturing, and expertly delivered — a safe, restorative experience designed exclusively for mothers-to-be.
Comfort-focused care designed for the stages that carry the most change.
Comfort & Positioning Assessment
Your session begins with a safety-led consultation to understand your trimester, medical clearance, and areas of discomfort. Your therapist ensures approved positioning — typically side-lying with supportive bolsters — to protect circulation, reduce strain, and maintain full comfort throughout the treatment.
Gentle, Pregnancy-Safe Techniques
Light, rhythmic strokes are applied to ease tension in the lower back, hips, shoulders, and legs without deep pressure or techniques contraindicated during pregnancy. The focus is on improving circulation, reducing swelling, and calming overworked muscles as the body adapts to added weight and postural change.
Soothing Nervous System Support
The session concludes with nurturing techniques designed to reduce stress hormones, support better sleep, and restore a sense of balance. Your therapist provides after-care guidance tailored to each stage of pregnancy — helping you stay comfortable between appointments as your body continues to shift.
Expectant Mothers in Second & Third Trimester
Ideal for clients navigating lower-back tension, hip discomfort, or disrupted sleep as pregnancy progresses.
Swelling & Circulation Support
Designed for those experiencing fluid retention in the legs, ankles, or hands and needing gentle lymph-boosting relief.
Stress-Sensitive & Overwhelmed Clients
Perfect for mothers-to-be looking to calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and restore balanced comfort without deep pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand you may want more insight into our treatments, booking options, or session flow. Explore the most frequently asked questions to help you plan your experience with confidence.
What does the Prenatal Massage include?
This treatment is designed to ease pregnancy-related tension in the back, hips, shoulders, and legs using gentle, supportive techniques. Each session is tailored to your comfort level with specialised positioning and cushioning to ensure complete safety throughout every stage.
Is prenatal massage safe in all trimesters?
Prenatal massage is available from the second trimester onward. If you are in your first trimester or experiencing any pregnancy-related complications, we recommend obtaining medical clearance before booking so we can support you safely.
How is the positioning adapted for pregnancy?
You will be comfortably supported in a side-lying or semi-reclined position using soft bolsters and pillows. We avoid face-down positioning and ensure that pressure and techniques are adjusted to protect circulation and support your body as it changes.
What pressure can I request during my session?
Prenatal massage uses light to moderate pressure focused on comfort and relaxation. Deep-pressure techniques are not performed during pregnancy, especially on sensitive areas such as the lower back, inner thighs, and abdomen.
Are there any areas that cannot be treated?
We avoid abdominal massage and do not apply pressure to reflex points that are contraindicated during pregnancy. If you have swelling, severe pain, or recent medical changes, please inform your therapist so the session can be safely adapted.
Can I enhance this treatment with other Lavaye™ services?
Only pregnancy-safe enhancements may be added. Gentle warm towels and light head or hand rituals are suitable options. Cupping, deep tissue, lymphatic stimulation, hot stones, and intense stretching are not offered during prenatal sessions.
What if I have a high-risk pregnancy or medical concerns?
If you are under specialist care or have been advised of any complications, please obtain clearance from your healthcare provider before booking. Your comfort and safety are always prioritised, and adjustments will be made based on your individual needs.