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Restore Your Body, Reclaim Your Energy - Healing Care for New Mothers

Stop suffering through postpartum recovery alone with persistent pain, exhaustion, and stress. Our specialized postnatal massage supports your body's healing after childbirth, addressing muscle tension, promoting circulation, reducing swelling, and helping you recover faster—so you can focus on enjoying your new baby.

Postpartum Specialized Training - Therapists experienced in addressing common post-birth challenges including C-section recovery

Supports Physical Healing - Promotes circulation, reduces swelling, and aids abdominal and pelvic floor recovery

Mental Wellness Focus - Reduces postpartum stress and anxiety while providing crucial self-care and relaxation time

Faster Recovery
Reduced Tension
Energy Boost
Mood Support
Self-Care Time

Therapeutic Support for Your Postpartum Journey

Experience compassionate care designed specifically for new mothers recovering from childbirth. Our certified therapists understand the physical demands of delivery and early motherhood, using gentle techniques to address postpartum discomforts like upper back tension from nursing, abdominal weakness, hip misalignment, and overall fatigue. Each session supports your body's natural healing process while providing much-needed relaxation and restoration during this transformative time.

Treatment Steps

1.

Discuss your delivery experience, recovery timeline, and specific areas needing attention with your therapist

2.

Customized Approach

Receive treatment tailored to your delivery type, recovery stage, and comfort level as a new mother

3.

Therapeutic Session

Experience gentle massage addressing upper back, shoulders, hips, and legs affected by nursing and baby care

4.

Restorative Rest

Enjoy uninterrupted relaxation and restoration—essential self-care during demanding early motherhood

5.

Wellness Support

Learn stretches and self-care practices to support ongoing recovery and manage new-mother physical demands

Postnatal Massage

Healing massage for new mothers. Support your postpartum recovery journey.

shoulder massage being performed on a women

What Is Postnatal Massage?

Postnatal massage is a specialized therapeutic treatment designed to support new mothers through physical recovery after childbirth. Performed by certified therapists trained in postpartum care, this massage uses gentle, restorative techniques to address the unique challenges of post-delivery healing—including muscle tension from nursing and baby care, abdominal weakness, hip misalignment, hormonal changes, and overall fatigue. Whether you had a vaginal delivery or C-section, postnatal massage supports your body's natural healing process while providing much-needed relaxation and restoration during the demanding early weeks of motherhood.


Who It's Good For:

  • New mothers recovering from vaginal delivery (after 1-2 weeks, when bleeding decreases)

  • Mothers recovering from C-section (after 4-6 weeks with doctor clearance)

  • Breastfeeding mothers experiencing upper back, shoulder, and neck tension

  • Women dealing with postpartum pain, swelling, or abdominal weakness

  • New mothers struggling with postpartum stress, anxiety, or baby blues

  • Anyone seeking physical and emotional recovery support after childbirth

  • Mothers needing restorative self-care time during the demanding newborn phase


Benefits of Postnatal Massage:

  • Accelerates physical recovery and healing after childbirth

  • Relieves upper back, shoulder, and neck tension from nursing and holding baby

  • Reduces postpartum swelling and promotes lymphatic drainage

  • Supports abdominal and pelvic floor recovery

  • Aids C-section scar healing and reduces scar tissue formation

  • Improves circulation and reduces muscle fatigue

  • Lowers stress hormones (cortisol) and supports mental wellness

  • May help alleviate symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety

  • Increases feel-good hormones (serotonin and dopamine)

  • Improves sleep quality during challenging newborn phase

  • Provides crucial self-care and emotional support for new mothers

  • Some mothers experience increased milk supply due to improved circulation


Treatment Areas:

  • Upper Back & Shoulders (nursing tension)

  • Neck & Scalp

  • Lower Back & Hips

  • Arms & Hands (from holding baby)

  • Legs & Feet

  • Gentle abdominal massage (once fully healed)

  • C-section scar area (gentle work after 6+ weeks with clearance)

Pre-Treatment Care:

  • Wait appropriate time: 1-2 weeks post vaginal delivery; 4-6 weeks post C-section

  • Obtain doctor clearance if you had complications during delivery or recovery

  • Nurse or pump before your session for comfort if breastfeeding

  • Communicate healing status: Inform therapist about delivery type and any concerns

  • Bring baby if needed: We're baby-friendly and understand it's hard to leave newborns

  • Stay hydrated before your appointment

  • Wear comfortable, loose clothing for easy dressing after treatment

Post-Treatment Care:

  • Drink plenty of water to help flush toxins and support milk production

  • Rest when possible to maximize healing benefits

  • Avoid strenuous activity for a few hours post-massage

  • Continue gentle stretches recommended by your therapist

  • Apply heat or cold as advised for specific areas

  • Be gentle with yourself – your body is healing from major physical changes

  • Schedule regular sessions for ongoing recovery support (weekly or bi-weekly initially)

  • Practice self-compassion and prioritize your wellness during early motherhood

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I start postnatal massage after giving birth?

For vaginal delivery with no complications, you can typically start after 1-2 weeks once bleeding decreases and you feel ready. For C-section delivery, wait 4-6 weeks until your incision heals and you receive clearance from your doctor. Always consult your healthcare provider first, especially if you had complications during delivery or recovery.

Can I get massage while breastfeeding?

Absolutely! Postnatal massage is highly beneficial for nursing mothers. We focus on relieving upper back, shoulder, and neck tension from nursing positions and holding baby. Some mothers experience increased milk supply after massage due to improved circulation and relaxation. We recommend nursing or pumping before your session for comfort, and you can bring baby if needed.

Will massage help with my C-section recovery?

Yes—once healed (typically 4-6 weeks post-surgery with doctor clearance), massage significantly aids C-section recovery. We use gentle techniques around the incision area to reduce scar tissue formation, improve circulation, and address compensatory muscle tension in your back and hips. Specialized abdominal massage can help restore core function and reduce numbness around the scar.

Can postnatal massage help with postpartum depression?

While not a replacement for medical treatment, postnatal massage can significantly support mental wellness during postpartum recovery. Massage reduces stress hormones (cortisol), increases feel-good hormones (serotonin and dopamine), provides crucial self-care time, and helps you reconnect with your body. Many new mothers report improved mood and reduced anxiety after regular massage sessions.

What if I can't leave my baby for an appointment?

We understand the challenge of leaving your newborn! Many new mothers bring baby along—we have a quiet, private space and are baby-friendly. You can also schedule shorter sessions (30-45 minutes) instead of full hour, or coordinate timing around your partner's schedule or baby's longest nap. Your wellness matters, and we'll work with you to make it happen.

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Springview Health and Wellness

Springview

Health & Wellness

Location

6312 Main St.

Whitchurch-Stouffville

ON L4A 1G8

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Mail: info@springviewwellness.ca

Tel: (905) 946 0787

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