Pregnancy massage is designed to support the body throughout pregnancy as it adapts and changes to support a healthy, growing baby and preparing for birth.

It is a safe and nurturing treatment when provided by trained therapists. All Ma Saj therapists who offer pregnancy massage are fully certified in prenatal massage.

Your comfort and safety are our priority. We use pregnancy-safe positioning and support cushions to keep you comfortable throughout the treatment, and we avoid any techniques or pressure points that are not appropriate during pregnancy.

Before your massage begins, your therapist will check in with you and discuss any adjustments needed so your treatment is tailored to how you’re feeling on the day.

Yes. At Ma Saj, our listed pregnancy massage therapists are trained and certified in prenatal massage, and many clients choose to receive treatment during their first trimester.

Pregnancy massage can be a beautiful way to support your body through early pregnancy changes. If you are considered high risk or have any medical concerns, we recommend checking with your healthcare practitioner before booking.

Your therapist will also check in with you before your treatment begins to make sure the massage is appropriate for how you’re feeling on the day, and to make any adjustments needed for your comfort and safety.

Pregnancy massage is designed to help support both the physical and emotional changes that happen throughout pregnancy.

Many people find it deeply calming, helping to settle the nervous system and reduce stress.

Physically, pregnancy massage can help prepare and support the body as it changes, and may provide relief from common pregnancy discomforts such as:

• Back pain

• Hip and pelvic pain

• Ribcage discomfort

• General muscle tension and tightness

Pregnancy massage is always tailored to your stage of pregnancy, your symptoms, and how you’re feeling on the day.

Your therapist will use pregnancy-safe positioning and support cushions to keep you comfortable. Most clients lie on their side or in a supported pregnancy pillow position that takes pressure off the abdomen, but this is always adjusted to suit you.

You can communicate at any point during your treatment if something doesn’t feel right or if you'd like to adjust your position.

Every pregnancy massage at Ma Saj is individualised. It may focus on calming the nervous system and supporting relaxation, or be more targeted to areas of tension such as the back, hips, pelvis, or other sore spots depending on what your body needs.

A pregnancy massage at Ma Saj is:

• 60 minutes – $145

• 90 minutes – $210

Please note that pregnancy massage is not claimable on private health insurance.

If you would like to claim through private health, you can instead book a remedial massage with a therapist who is also listed under Babe Massages.

If you’re unsure which option is best for you, feel free to email us at hello@masaj.com.au and we’re happy to help guide you.

Pregnancy Massage is very popular at Ma Saj. We are located at 635 Nicholson Street Carlton North. Tucked conveniently between Brunswick East and Fitzroy North in the inner north of Melbourne.