Massage
Regular massage has many benefits. It can improve muscle & joint function, enhance circulation and relieve both physical & mental tension. So often it’s the mental and emotional strain on us as women and mothers that can affect our physical health.
Aromatherapy Massage for Everyone
More than a massage, this nurturing, aromatic treatment will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Time is precious these days. Sonya encourages you to really disconnect from the world with a combination of essential oils and massage specific to your needs.
$77 for a 30 Minute EXPRESS Massage
$99 for a 45 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$120 for a 60 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$145 for a 75 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$170 for a 90 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
A short appointment where we focus on the most important areas but still encourage relaxation and time out. This option is useful for new mums or those who would like to tack on a massage before or after another appointment in clinic. Personalised essential oils not used in this treatment.
Aromatherapy Massage for Pregnancy
Pregnancy brings many changes: physically, psychologically and socially. Nurturing care during pregnancy, birth and as a new mum provides benefits for mum and baby.
Aromatherapy can be combined with massage to support the changing body during pregnancy, and may help to ease many discomforts such as:
Muscular tension, backache and pelvic pain
Swelling, carpal tunnel, leg cramps
Nausea and heartburn
Insomnia, depression & anxiety
One study done by The Touch Research Institute showed a reduction in anxiety, stress hormones and obstetrical complications in women who received regular massage during their pregnancies. *
Aromatherapy and massage are also valuable to prepare for and use during childbirth. Fear, anxiety and stress can have a negative impact on the commencement and progress of labour. Odour has a direct pathway to the area of the brain that governs fear and research shows the use of positive aromas can help to reduce pain perception.
Longer appointment times are preferred during pregnancy to allow for consultation and a personalised nurturing treatment supportive of the many changes during this time. Sonya uses a combination of essential oils and massage specific to your needs.
Birth preparation/ “induction” treatments: if you have not had a prior treatment with Sonya during your pregnancy a 90 min appointment time is preferable.
*Field,T et al. (1999).Pregnant women benefit from massage therapy. Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology 20(1) 31-38
$145 for a 75 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$170 for a 90 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
Postnatal Massage
Equally important is massage to nurture new mothers as they recover from birth and adjust to the demands of motherhood. Aromatherapy massage can provide support for new mums in the following ways:
Support recovery from labour and birth
Relief from muscular tension, often associated with birth or breastfeeding posture
Ease other discomforts such as digestive issues, poor sleep, fatigue
Alleviate feelings of anxiety, depression, low confidence
Each stage of our children’s lives brings new challenges as parents. Especially significant for parents is the saying “fill your own cup first so you can give to others”.
Sonya provides nurturing treatments specific to your needs at any stage in your parenting journey.
$120 for a 60 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$145 for a 75 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$170 for a 90 Minute Aromatherapy Massage
$66 for a 30 Minute EXPRESS Massage
A short appointment where we focus on the most important areas but still encourage relaxation and time out. This option is useful for new mums or those who would like to tack on a massage before or after another appointment in clinic. Personalised essential oils not used in this treatment.
Why not tag team? Especially useful if you need someone to look after your baby. Book back-to-back appointments with your partner – your mum – your friend and each save $10! Valid for any appointment length.
Please note, that alternate times may be available. Please call Reception at 9376 7474 if you don’t see a suitable time or would like to be put on a cancellation list.
Ask our Aromatherapy & Massage Therapist
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Massage FAQ’s
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The majority of basic essential oils that are readily available are safe to use. Often it is more about the method of application and dosages used. It is best to contact a qualified aromatherapist before using essential oils during pregnancy. You can find further information from Sonya’s blog here: [need blog article link - one on current website not working]
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No. You can have a massage at any stage throughout your pregnancy. A qualified pregnancy massage therapist will adjust positioning and treatment techniques according to your stage of pregnancy and any discomforts you are experiencing.
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Massage can take place as soon after birth as the mother is comfortable. The decision on when to have a treatment often depends on:
The type of birth experienced
Postnatal recovery
Breastfeeding experience
Support available
Familiarity with the practitioner
Aromatherapy massage treatments during the early postnatal period will take all these factors into account; positioning and massage techniques vary accordingly.
For further information see Sonya’s blog here: [need blog lin]
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Babies can receive massage from the moment they are born, provided correct techniques are being used. Baby massage techniques can be utilised up until teenage years (and beyond) so there is really no age limit. The “right” time to learn baby massage will often depend on the parents. Some parents are keen to learn straight away; others prefer to take a few months to settle into their new roles first before learning something new.
Please note:
Alternate times may be available. Please call Reception at 9376 7474 if you don’t see a suitable time or would like to be put on a cancellation list.
