A pregnancy massage does more than just pamper an expectant mother. It may improve the well-being of the mother and the baby. Learning how to relax and focus internally is essential for the childbirth process. Individualized hands-on time with a somatic practitioner provides a unique and potent experience of support and relaxation for pregnant women.

In preparation for labor, perinatal specialists recommend women practice deep, sustained levels of relaxation for 45 to 60 minutes without falling asleep, especially in the last 6 to 8 weeks of pregnancy. This is the exact length of most massage therapy sessions.