Pregnancy is an important time to look after yourself both physically and mentally, giving your baby the ideal conditions in which to thrive. During pregnancy, massage is a completely safe, natural, drug free method to help alleviate the aches and pains caused by weight and posture change. It can also help to reduce fluid retention, help to prevent or reduce the appearance of stretch marks, relieve sleeplessness and generally prepare the body for birth.

Varying positions are used, usually side-lying, and lots of pillows are used for comfort and support. Aromatherapy oils are carefully selected and blended to enhance the experience.

Massage is good for baby too. Research has shown that the unborn baby can be affected by the stress levels experienced by its mother. As a result of skin stimulation, the mother releases oxytocin and prolactin, the body's 'feel good' hormones and this has an indirect relaxing effect on the baby.

During the postnatal period, massage can aid your body in its rehabilitation efforts and give you the opportunity to relax and have time to yourself.

Appointments can take place at your home or at Natural Natal in Windsor. Suitable for pregnant women between 13 and 40+ weeks.