Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy Massage is a deeply relaxing and restorative treatment tailored entirely to your needs and your stage in pregnancy.
Reviewed by Abdul Abu-Laban, BSc (Hons) Ost · GOsC registered osteopath (no. 6294)
- No GP Referral Needed
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Pregnancy Massage is a deeply relaxing and restorative treatment tailored entirely to your needs and your stage in pregnancy.
Massage during pregnancy can help you adjust to the dramatic changes you are experiencing as you prepare for childbirth.
What is pregnancy massage?
Pregnancy massage is a gentle, hands-on massage adapted to the changes your body goes through in pregnancy. As your bump grows, your posture shifts and you carry more weight, which can leave your back, hips, shoulders and legs feeling tired and tense. The massage concentrates on easing that muscle tension and gives you time to rest.
What to expect at your appointment
Before we start, your therapist will ask how many weeks pregnant you are, how you are feeling and whether you have any aches, pains or medical conditions. This helps us plan a treatment that suits you on the day.
We adapt your position and the pressure to your stage of pregnancy so that you stay comfortable throughout, and you can ask us to change anything at any time. The massage can focus on wherever you feel the strain most, such as your lower back, hips, neck and shoulders, legs or feet.
45 or 60 minutes
Pregnancy massage is available as a 45 minute or a 60 minute treatment. You can see the current prices on this page and on our prices page.
Before you book
Pregnancy massage is a relaxing treatment. It is not a medical treatment and does not replace the care you receive from your midwife or GP. When you book, please let us know how many weeks pregnant you are, and tell us if:
- you are in the first 12 weeks of your pregnancy
- you have been told your pregnancy is high risk
- you have a medical condition, such as high blood pressure, or any bleeding, swelling or pain you are unsure about
If any of these apply, please check with your midwife or GP before you book.
Pregnancy massage or osteopathy?
They do different things. Pregnancy massage is a relaxing, restorative treatment, while osteopathy involves a fuller assessment aimed at easing musculoskeletal back pain. If you have back pain and would like it assessed, you can book with our osteopath, Abdul Abu-Laban. Our guide to back pain in pregnancy explains what helps and when to speak to your midwife or GP.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a pregnancy massage at any stage?
Let us know how many weeks pregnant you are when you book. If you are in your first 12 weeks, or you have any complications or concerns, check with your midwife or GP first.
How is it different from a normal massage?
It uses many of the same techniques, but the position, the pressure and the areas we work on are all adapted to your pregnancy, and your comfort comes first throughout.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly by calling reception on 01224 707877 or by sending us an enquiry through our booking page.
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Sue B ★★★★★Had treatment from Abdul and Ian who corrected the pain I had in my shoulder. Excellent practice.
Viktória K ★★★★★I highly recommend Maris to anyone in need of a physiotherapist. He went above and beyond to treat my heel inflammation, and I am incredibly grateful for his care. He is highly skilled . A true professional!
Haroon J ★★★★★I had golfer elbow pain for almost two years and I thought I had to live with it forever. Upon recommendation by a friend, I visited AOC and I could not believe that in just one session i would such a remarkable difference. The team is no less than magicians.
D ★★★★★Working in Aberdeen from London so away from my usual Osteopath. Was hoping to find a good one and this is the best I’ve ever had.
Gillian P ★★★★★I recently went to Iva for neck and back issues, after treatment on day 1 i already immediately felt amazing, i went back a week later where Iva continued to work on the problem area, 2 sessions and i feel absolutely amazing, Iva was nothing short of amazing, a lovely lady who knows her stuff and made me feel at ease. Couldn't recommend her enough. Thank you so much
Linda H ★★★★★I first visited Abdul a few years ago with numbness in my hand which I had for a long time. He quickly diagnosed the problem started from my neck and after a few sessions I was pain free. This has been maintained by regular visits. I recently had severe pain in my upper leg which Abdul managed to pinpoint and treat immediately although I had suffered on and off for months. I cannot recommend him highly enough and also the pre-treatment massages from his team. Always professional and accommodating while taking a holistic approach to treatment.
Andrew M ★★★★★I couldn’t give a better rating for Abdul and his team Traveling from Australia I hurt my back golfing. They fitted me in at very short notice and got me moving again
Jen M ★★★★★Wonderful service lovely people I cant recommend them enough I have had severe back pain for weeks I can actually move feel so much better
Ronald H ★★★★★Abdul and his team provide good treatment facilities and are very friendly and helpful.
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