“Abhyanga” or Postpartum Therapeutic Massage Application of oil to the skin followed by massage in specific directions is well known by the name Abhyanga in Ayurveda. A body massage plays an important role in relaxing and rejuvenating a new mother after the distress of childbirth. Ayurvedic Massage in specific directions improves blood circulation, facilitates removal of the toxins from the tissues, Eases breast pain and milk flow and tones the abdomen and other parts of the body easing them back into shape post weight-gain during pregnancy. Hormonal changes during pregnancy, delivery and motherhood causes severe stress that can be relieved by ayurvedic massage.
Our therapist practices abhyanga with an acute awareness of the energy points in the body (marmas and chakras).
Massage sessions can be booked for 20 or 40 minutes.
Prenatal yoga is a great way to exercise during pregnancy. It can help to improve your sleep, increase your energy levels, and reduce the aches and pains of pregnancy. Yoga can also help to prepare your body for labor and childbirth. Prenatal yoga classes focus on strengthening the muscles used during childbirth, as well as promoting relaxation and stress relief.
Postnatal yoga can help you to heal, repair, and support your body after pregnancy and childbirth. It can also help to improve your mood, increase your energy levels, and promote relaxation. Postnatal yoga classes focus on strengthening and toning the muscles of the pelvis and the core, as well as promoting relaxation and stress relief.
Consider taking Yoga classes, if you are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant shortly. We also offer online yoga classes.
For a healthy pregnancy, approximately 300 extra calories are needed per day. These calories should come from a balanced diet of protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Sweets and fats should be kept to a minimum.
Our expert nutritionists will give you right advice on what to eat during pregnancy and to ensure optimum nutrition for you and your baby.
Our lactation counselors can help you get off to a good start and will help you how to breastfeed.
The month before birth is the time to choose a lactation counselor.