Prenatal Massage Center of Manhattan

Did you know that getting your baby in the right position for birth can significantly impact your labor experience?

Benefits of optimal fetal positioning include:

♥️ Shorter Labor: A baby in the optimal position can move through the birth canal more efficiently.
♥️ Reduced Pain: Proper positioning can lead to fewer interventions and less back labor, which is often more painful.
♥️ Lower Risk of Cesarean Section: With the baby in the correct position, the chances of requiring a C-section decrease.
♥️ Less Trauma to the Pelvic Floor: When the baby is in an optimal position there generally is less damage to the pelvic floor and surrounding tissues.

At the Prenatal Massage & Movement Center, we offer personalized services to support you through your pregnancy journey. Our expert team is trained in techniques that promote optimal fetal positioning, ensuring both you and your baby are prepared for a smooth birth experience. Our Spinning Babies® Body Balancing, Body Ready Method® and Labor Enhancement Massage and Movement sessions, both in-office and in-home to guided exercises and educational resources, we are here to support you every step of the way.

Get ready for an empowering journey into parenthood! Join our Strong Beginnings: Expectant Parent Workshop, where you'll gain valuable insights from a pelvic floor physical therapist, prenatal massage therapist, and OBGYN. Learn essential techniques for staying active and healthy during pregnancy💖

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with experts, prepare for motherhood, and make a difference!

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Did you know that manual lymphatic massage can greatly alleviate prenatal and postpartum edema?

Edema, characterized by swelling in the legs, feet, and hands, is a common and often temporary condition experienced during and after pregnancy. This swelling results from the body's response to childbirth and hormonal fluctuations, causing discomfort and concern for many new parents.

Here’s how manual lymphatic massage can help:
🤰Reduces Swelling: The gentle, rhythmic strokes of lymphatic massage help to stimulate the flow of lymph fluid, reducing the buildup of excess fluids that cause swelling.
🤰Promotes Relaxation: This soothing massage technique not only aids in fluid reduction but also promotes a sense of relaxation and well-being, which is crucial during the demanding prenatal and postpartum periods.
🤰Boosts Circulation: By enhancing blood flow and supporting the body’s natural drainage system, lymphatic massage helps reduce the pressure exerted by the growing uterus on pelvic blood vessels.
🤰Supports Hormonal Balance: The massage helps the body manage fluids more efficiently during hormonal shifts, making the transition smoother for new parents.
🤰Improves Skin Elasticity: The gentle massage can also improve skin elasticity, which may benefit birthing individuals dealing with skin changes post-pregnancy.

If you’re experiencing edema during or after pregnancy, consider booking a massage with us. Click the link in our bio to book!

Expecting a baby? Body Ready Method® is a one-on-one movement personalized service we offer which will help support you every step of the way! This unique prenatal and postpartum movement program is designed to help you feel your best throughout pregnancy and make your body more responsive to postpartum recovery.

Our goal is to stack the cards in your favor for an easier birth and recovery, empowering you throughout pregnancy. By focusing on balance and creating space, we facilitate the physiological process of birth, making your birthing experience smoother and more efficient.

The Body Ready Method® Can Help With:
- Establishing and supporting you in reaching your childbirth and postpartum fitness goals.
- Preparing your body for childbirth and optimizing the positioning of your baby through functional exercise.
- Embracing your changing body, both prenatal and postpartum.
- Identifying blind spots and teaching you movement patterns that will serve you better as your baby grows and as you recover from childbirth.
- Learning how to move more efficiently throughout the day.
- Creating an individualized care plan focusing specifically on your goals.
- Building a more functional core system, making it more responsive and prepared for birth and beyond.

Join us and feel empowered throughout your pregnancy journey with the Body Ready Method! Learn more by clicking the link in our bio!

Here at the Prenatal Massage & Movement Center, we have created the perfect daily routine for you during your pregnancy so you can get all the self-care, nourishment and rest that you need!

We believe that if you at least incorporate one or two of the activities below into your daily routine, you can have a healthier and happier pregnancy.

🤰Meditation - A few minutes of quiet contemplation, mindfulness, or meditation can do wonders for your mental health!
🤰Movement - Gentle non-strenuous exercise can be incredibly beneficial for the pregnant body. This could be some stretching, prenatal yoga, or even a mindful walk. Check out our personalized Body Ready Method® one-on-one program to learn more about optimal movement during pregnancy.
🤰Nourishment - Both physical and emotional nourishment are important during pregnancy. Start your day by eating a healthy and well-balanced breakfast. For emotional nourishment try doing some journaling to explore your inner world.
🤰Self-Care - Our favorite and most highly recommended self-care method is to get a prenatal massage. A prenatal massage will help to relax any aching muscles as well as aid circulation, lymphatic drainage and enhance your general well being.

Click the link in our bio to book yourself a prenatal massage!

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How has the physiological birth model evolved over time?🤰

Join our Founder, Anne Heckheimer and Co-founder of Body Ready Method, Lindsay McCoy , live on August 16th at 11am ET to explore 'The Ever Evolving Physiological Birth Model – Then and Now.'

Gain insights into past practices and current trends shaping natural birth approaches. What new perspectives might change your understanding of physiological birth? Tune in to find out!

What is the difference between “regular” Swedish massages and prenatal massages?

One of the primary differences between Swedish and Prenatal Massage is the positioning of the client on the table. We position our pregnant clients either facedown utilizing specially designed pregnancy cushions that fully support a pregnant person’s belly or position them in a side-lying position also fully supported with pillows.

Certified prenatal massage therapists have extensive training in the anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and birth and are trained in exactly how to expertly apply safe massage techniques to support their clients. In early pregnancy there are specific pressure points to be avoided and certified prenatal therapists know exactly where they are. Swedish massage focuses primarily on general stress relief and muscle tension with fewer positioning restrictions. Swedish massage is the foundation for most therapists and those specializing in prenatal massage seek continuing education and hands-on training in order to qualify to work with this special population.

Our highly specialized Labor Enhancement Massage & Movement Session utilizes Body Ready Method® evidence-based movements and targeted massage techniques to help prepare your body for labor!

It is only offered to those who are 38 weeks and beyond as, in some cases, it can help to cause the onset of labor.

There is both a bodywork portion and a movement portion of this session to help both prepare your body for birth and to encourage your baby into a favorable birthing position within your womb.

At the end of the session, you will receive an instructional handout detailing the labor pressure points and labor specific movements. This guide can be used by your partner or doula leading up to and throughout your labor process.

Please note that due to safety precautions, we are unable to schedule this session if you have any signs of high-risk complications such as pre-eclampsia, bleeding or high blood pressure.

To book your session, head to the link in our bio!

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Pregnancy and postpartum bring about significant changes in a birthing person's body. Fluid retention and hormonal shifts often lead to swelling (edema), particularly in the legs, feet, and hands. While common, edema can be uncomfortable and even impact mobility.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle massage technique designed to help alleviate these issues. By stimulating the lymphatic system, it encourages the body to naturally flush out excess fluid, reducing swelling and associated discomfort.

Whether you're experiencing swelling during pregnancy or postpartum, MLD may be a beneficial addition to your wellness plan.

Want to learn more? Consider reading our blog "Lymphatic Drainage For Pregnancy and Postpartum" or Book an appointment with one of our MLD certified licensed massage therapists through our website.

While most babies naturally find their ideal birthing position during labor, there are techniques you can use to encourage optimal fetal positioning and potentially create a smoother birth experience.

Techniques for Optimal Positioning👇

🤰 Prenatal Massage & Body Balancing:
Our specialized massage and movement sessions focus on relaxing muscles and ligaments around your uterus, creating space and balance for your baby to settle into the best position.

🤰 Spinning Babies:
Simple exercises like forward-leaning inversions, side-lying release, and pelvic tilts can encourage your baby to turn and descend.

🤰Fit for Birth and Beyond: Learn personalized movements to optimize your body's alignment and prepare for labor and delivery.

At the Prenatal Massage & Movement Center, our experts are here to guide you through your pregnancy journey. We offer personalized services, educational resources, and hands-on support to help your baby find the optimal position for birth.

Want to learn more? Consider reading our blog "How to Get Baby in the Optimal Position for Birth: Tips and Techniques" via the link in our bio.

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Wondering if Infant Massage could be helpful to use on your baby?

Infant massage has a range of benefits including improved sleep, helping to relieve gas, reduced crying as well as helping to create a closer bond between a parent and child.

It has also been shown to be beneficial in reducing stress in both parents and infants, making it an enjoyable and relaxing activity for both parent and baby. A happy baby equals a happy parent!

For example, one study actually found that massaged infants cried less frequently than non-massaged infants. What’s more, parents who have practiced infant massage therapy on their babies also reported lower levels of anxiety and depression, as well as increased feelings of closeness with their little one.

Another one of its really useful benefits is that infant massage can also help to relieve gas and constipation. This is really useful when your baby is fussing because of tummy troubles.

Learn how to massage your baby with our 1 on 1 infant massage sessions!

Contact us for more information by clicking the link in our bio!

“Being pregnant finally helped me to understand what my true relationship was with my body—meaning that it wasn’t put on this earth to look good in a swimsuit.” - Amy Adams

Here at the Prenatal Massage & Movement Center, we believe that a body that is capable of nurturing and birthing life is beautiful no matter what shape or size it was before, during or after pregnancy.

To view our list of the prenatal and postpartum services we offer, click the link in our bio!

Wondering if prenatal massage is right for you? If you are experiencing physical discomfort during your pregnancy, then a prenatal massage may help you!

Prenatal massage is a safe and relaxing way to relieve pregnancy’s common discomforts such as:
- Backaches
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Leg cramps and shakes
- Headaches
- Heartburn
- Fatigue
- Hemorrhoids
- Nasal congestion
- Sciatica
- Shortness of breath

Book a prenatal massage today with us by clicking the link in our bio!

Join our Body Ready Birth Workshop! 🌟

Prepare your body and mind for birth with our one-day workshop at home. Enjoy your own student pack with detailed instruction, including appropriate positioning for labor, movement demonstrations and more.

Partners are also welcomed and encouraged to learn hands-on support techniques!

Benefits of the Workshop:
- Learn what to do with your body in each stage of labor for smoother progression
- Cut through confusing birth advice and focus on proven techniques
- Gain confidence in your body's ability to birth
- Discover specific techniques your partner can use to support your progress and comfort

It is important to note that this workshop is not a replacement for a comprehensive childbirth education class. We recommend taking both for a complete birth preparation experience.

To find out more and to book, click the link in our bio to visit our website!

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Experience the magic of Spinning Babies®! 🌟

Spinning Babies® is an innovative approach that leverages maternal physiology and fetal positioning to bring comfort during pregnancy and ease during childbirth. Each session uses specialized massage techniques to balance the body, promoting a comfortable pregnancy and optimal fetal positioning for a smoother, more natural birth.

Spinning Babies® Body Balancing sessions are intended to promote:
🤰Spontaneous change to allow optimal fetal position, where space is available in the womb
🤰Progress and less pain in labor
🤰Baby to move themselves into the new space made by reducing tensions and torsions in muscles and ligaments

To find out more about Spinning Babies® Body Balancing Sessions and book yourself a session, click the link in our bio!✨

Pregnancy and birth can have its fair share of twists and turns! This is why a positive mindset can help you to stay strong along this journey.

As such, we have compiled a few of our favorite positive affirmations for pregnancy and birth for you to use when a boost of empowerment may be needed!

Affirmations:

🤰I trust my instincts and my body.
🤰My body is relaxed and open.
🤰I am strong and ready to give birth.
🤰I believe in the power my body has to nurture and grow life.
🤰Each contraction brings my baby closer to me.
🤰My baby and I are working together.

We recommend you save this post and use these affirmations as digital affirmation cards for when you need a boost of positivity!

Check out the range of prenatal and postpartum services we offer by clicking the link in our bio!

An incredible ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!

" Wow. Jessalyn was phenomenal. I could have stayed there for an hour longer. She really addressed all of the critical pain points that my body is feeling at 34 weeks pregnant. I felt very safe, too. Afterwards I walked the whole way home with no back pain or tension! Would absolutely return. "

A big thanks to our massage therapist Jessalyn for doing an amazing job!

Ready to treat yourself to the ultimate pregnancy pampering? Book your appointment now!🤰

Have you recently given birth or about to give birth soon? If so, you may want to pay attention to the following postpartum self-care tips to help your post-birth recovery.

❤️Nourish your skin with a hydrating moisturizer. You may want to pay special attention to your tummy and belly button area.
❤️Ask your friends and family for emotional support during this time.
❤️Fuel your body with balanced meals and plenty of water to aid postpartum recovery.
❤️Incorporate safe exercises, stretches, and healing practices to help your body regain strength. Restore Your Core can help with this!
❤️Create a conducive sleep environment for quality rest, and embrace naps to recharge.
❤️Book a relaxing postpartum massage with us to help aid your recovery and have a little oh-so-important ‘me’ time.

To discover more about the types of postpartum therapies and programs that we offer such as Restore Your Core® and postpartum massage, head to our website by clicking the link in our bio!

Calling all expecting parents! 🌟 Did you know prenatal massage can be a game-changer during pregnancy? Here are just a few reasons why it's a must-try:

Some important benefits of prenatal massage include:
✨Reduces symptoms of back pain and sciatica
✨ Relieves anxiety and depression, by decreasing cortisol levels and increasing the release of endorphins.
✨ Improves quality of sleep
✨ Promotes relaxation
✨ Reduces anxiety and stress during labor
✨ Reduces swelling
✨ Reduces heartburn and aids in digestion

Experience the magic of prenatal massage at the Prenatal Massage & Movement Center and embrace the journey to parenthood with ease 💖

Book a session by following the link in our bio or purchase a prenatal massage for a friend by grabbing one of our gift cards!

Curious about the journey of family planning, pregnancy, or the postpartum period?🤰

Join us on the 26 June 2024 for an intimate gathering where you can explore these topics and more! Our experienced perinatal experts will share their knowledge and insights, creating a safe space for questions, connection, and learning.

Whether you're just starting to plan a family or navigating the early days of parenthood, this is an opportunity to gather information, find support, and connect with others on a similar path.

Visit the link below to Join our event👇
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-pregnancy-prep-and-beyond-tickets-919147373537?aff=oddtdtcreator

Smooth Transitions: Postpartum Concierge Services

Discover our private childbirth classes!

Our private childbirth classes consist of a comprehensive 3-hour session designed to empower expectant families with knowledge and skills for a positive birthing experience. Our class is tailored to meet the unique needs of each family, ensuring a personal and impactful learning journey.
✅ Understanding Birth Anatomy and Stages: Gain insight about the anatomy and physiology of late pregnancy, labor, and birth. Learn the signs, stages, and emotional signposts of labor to prepare for the big day.
✅ Movement and Positioning for Easeful Birth: Discover how using movement and positions can support a more natural and physiologic birth process.
✅ Pain Management Techniques: Explore nonpharmacologic pain management techniques to help you manage discomfort during labor.
✅ Supportive Partner and Doula Roles: Understand the critical roles of your partner and doula in providing support throughout the birthing process.

“Love the prenatal massage center! Great service, skilled therapists and excellent, safe bodywork through the different phases of pregnancy. I especially love my therapist Norvis - she’s been a source of great support and comfort to me and my tired body”

A big thanks to our massage therapist Norvis for doing the Prenatal Massage & Movement Center proud!

Question: Can you receive a postpartum massage if you have had a c-section?

Answer: Abdominal massage is not recommended for at least 6 weeks after cesarean delivery, however, you may be massaged in other places of your body and still receive the benefits of a massage. Recovery from a c-section can vary for each individual so if you are unsure about whether you are ready to have a postpartum massage, speak to your doctor and they can help to assess whether or not you are ready.

Click the link in our bio to discover more about postpartum massage.

The Ultimate Gift This Mother's Day 💕

Treat a special parent or parent-to-be to the ultimate self-care experience with prenatal or postpartum massage ✨

Key Benefits include:

- Reduced stress, anxiety, and improved mood
- Relief from back pain, sciatica, and muscle tension
- Improved circulation and reduced swelling
- Promotes better sleep

Our prenatal and postpartum massage gift cards offer relaxation, renewal, and a nurturing touch. To purchase an instant gift card for a prenatal or postpartum massage , tap the link in our bio!🤰

Whether you are expecting or have an expectant loved one, nurturing your baby bump may be what you need to get into relaxation mode, leaving the pregnancy symptoms of aches and pains behind.

Our voucher makes it possible to gift the prenatal wellness experience to you or your loved one.

To learn more about our gift voucher offers, visit the link in our bio!

Exciting news! The Prenatal Massage & Movement Center is coming to Astoria in late May at Fit Club Astoria (21-03 21st Street) ✨

As a haven for expecting and new parents, on Fridays and Sundays we will be offering prenatal and postpartum massages to support your body through the beautiful journey of parenthood.

Plus get ready for Fit for Birth and Beyond programs to prepare your body for birth and beyond.

🤰Stay tuned for the announcement to schedule your appointment online soon at www.prenatalmassagecenter.com

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Restore Your Core (RYC®) is a comprehensive whole-body method to retrain your core and pelvic floor muscles to be functional, reflexive, responsive and supportive to your body.

It helps you learn to move better, exercise better, uncover movement compensation patterns, and create new patterns of strength, mobility, length and support. RYC® takes a unique approach to core wellness, aiming to empower and educate women for the long term by teaching them how to move efficiently and exercise optimally.

The program combines sustainable and functional yoga and Pilates-based exercises with the fundamentals of biomechanics.

To discover more about Restore Your Core, click the link in our bio to visit our website.

“Not every day of pregnancy is easy, but every day brings me closer to you.” 🤰🏵️ Keep going because it will all be worth it for that beautiful little bundle!

There are many benefits to partner massage when it comes to pregnancy and labor. Partner massage can help both partners feel more relaxed and comfortable with each other. It also helps in reducing stress and anxiety which are common during pregnancy and labor. Partner massage can also help partners feel more connected to each other as well as themselves.

Surprising benefits include:
✅ Lowers stress
✅ Allows for partners to connect
✅I s a great way for partners to participate in pregnancy and labor
✅ Boosts feel-good hormones and reduces pain during labor
✅ Can also help with sleep

Learn more about our partner massage workshops by clicking the link in our bio!

“You are pregnant and you are powerful. You are bold and you are beautiful. Go forward in your boldness, in your beauty and in your contentedness. Trust your body to birth.”

If you are currently struggling with your pregnancy journey whether that be experiencing physical discomfort or emotional overwhelm, then this quote is just what you need to hear. Remember that you are strong and beautiful!