We help mama bears feel amazing by providing pain relief, stress reduction and relaxation during all stages of motherhood- prenatal, postpartum, and beyond!

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT… Mama Bear Massage is now Mobile!! (We will come to you!)

During pregnancy, everything hurts. Your body is going through rapid change in a short amount of time! There are physical and chemical changes that make your body feel achy, tired, heavy… Tension crops up in new places, you start to swell, and as you gain weight your body moves differently. Sleep is also an ongoing challenge! So yeah, pregnancy is hard!

Mama Bear Massage provides customized therapeutic massage therapy in the following ways:

We are highly-skilled, educated and passionate about helping to support and empower you on your journey of motherhood.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT… Mama Bear Massage is now Mobile!! (We will come to you!)

Mama Bear Massage provides customized therapeutic massage therapy in the following ways:

Prenatal Massage
Postpartum Massage
Non-Natal Massage
Pediatric Massage
Infant Massage

We are highly-skilled, educated and passionate about helping to support and empower you on your journey of motherhood.

Custom
BodyCushion

Experience Customizable BodyCushion system that allows for face-down body positioning; we can also (if it’s a better position for you/baby) create supportive, relaxed side-lying positioning.

Your Favorite
Music

Your session will be customized so that your preferred music plays to help you relax and enjoy your session even more.

The Healthiest Products

We use the best, healthiest products for your body - including Vitamin E oil (prevents stretchmarks, among other benefits).

Designed
For You!

Every session is carefully designed to reach the goals you have - whether it’s to decrease pain and tension, increase relaxation and ease, or just to take some time for yourself (or all of the above!)

If you’ve never had a prenatal massage before, or you’re just curious – then look no further!

We’ll break it down and go over the major things you need to know and questions we get asked the most. If you still have questions, you can always reach out to us by emailing us here.

Why Massage During Pregnancy?

Prenatal Massage: The Benefits

Therapeutic massage has been used for centuries to improve overall health, reduce stress and relieve muscle tension.

Research shows these are some of the benefits of massage during pregnancy:

• Reduce Anxiety
• Decrease Symptoms of Depression
• Improve Hormone Levels
• Relieve Muscle Aches, Tension, and Pain
• Relieve Joint Pain or Discomfort
• Reduce Low Back/Hip Pain
• Improve Labor Outcomes
• Improve Newborn Health
• Reduction of Swelling (Edema)
• Improvement of Nerve Pain (Sciatic Nerve Pain is Common)
• Improved Circulation
• Improved Oxygenation of Soft Tissues and Muscles
• Better Sleep

…And those are just some of the physical benefits; the emotional and psychological benefits are equally important:

"You-Time"

Experience the time to yourself to relax, unwind, and feel good about yourself!

Total Peace

Enter a space of total peace and tranquility during your Mama Bear Massage session.

Connecting With Your Body

Pregnancy massage can help you feel more comfortable during pregnancy.

Absolutely. Women can begin massage therapy at any point in their pregnancy – from the planning stage all the way through labor/delivery and in the postpartum phase!

The real question is how the massage is to be performed.

That’s why it’s important to see a specialist, someone with education and experience, as well as the right kind of equipment to make the massage specially-catered to your goals, limits, and expectations.

About Our Services

We provide customized therapeutic massage services to women, men, children and infants, and we specialize in perinatal (prenatal and postpartum) massage therapy for moms – also with the option of in-home sessions. We also teach workshops and offer customized in-person tutorials on partner massage, wellbeing and self-care.

When you first arrive, you’ll be greeted by your therapist and shown back to the treatment room. At your first appointment your therapist will ask you questions about your medical history, your pregnancy, any specific goals, or expectations you have.

One of the core values we have at Mama Bear Massage is communication.

The first consultation (also called the intake) is something we never gloss over. We want to find out all about what you hope to get out of our time together, so that we can design the perfect session for you. Depending on a variety of factors, we may suggest a specific body position, or product, or therapeutic approach. All sessions are completely customized around your needs!

At Mama Bear Massage we also put a 30-minute buffer between all appointments, allowing plenty of time. We never want you to feel rushed. After all, this time is crucial for your self-care!

If this is your very first prenatal session...

Or your first time using the BodyCushion system, your therapist will also walk you through exactly what you need to do- where to put your belly, for example- so you can confidently settle in and relax.

During the session, your therapist will utilize the approach you agreed on during the intake, checking in along the way. Privacy draping is always utilized, and we will walk you through any extra steps (like for abdominal massage) when we get to that part.

You always have the right to change your mind, at any point throughout the session, about anything you want or don’t want included. And, we’ll check in with you about the pressure we’re using, to make sure it’s just right.

After the session has concluded, we’ll gently instruct you on next steps. We’ll quietly step out of the room, to allow you time to sit up, get off the table, and get dressed. We realize this process can take a bit longer when you’re pregnant!

So please, take your time and do not rush. Whenever you are ready, we’ll be just outside with some water for you. We are also happy to share any professional observations and recommendations with you at this time.

As long as your pregnancy is normal and healthy, you can receive a prenatal massage as often as you’d like! The general recommendation is 1-2 times per month during the first and second trimesters, and to greatly increase the frequency after 36 weeks up until delivery. Postpartum massage can take place as soon as you’re ready; for C-section deliveries we need to wait until the incisions have healed (typically 6 weeks.)

We have bundles and membership options we’d be happy to tell you more about- it’s a great way to ensure accountability to your own wellness (mama- we know you put everyone’s needs before your own but here’s your sign to commit to more self-care!) Our bundles and memberships can be applied towards services for Papa Bears and Cubs, too, so the whole family can share!

What Our Clients are Saying

      
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   Christina McLachlan 
 2024-04-01
 
 
  This is 100% my happy place. I found Rachael by accident and she is a God send. She helped me survive my 41 week pregnancy and helped greatly with my postpartum recovery. I will always recommend her!!
  
 
       
   Melissa Somersett 
 2024-02-29
 
 
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   Denise Sanabria 
 2024-02-28
 
 
  HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Rachel is absolutely amazing and truly listens to your mind and body needs! She goes above and beyond and I am so very grateful to have her. I always look forward to my prenatal massages as afterwards I feel absolutely relaxed.
  
 
       
   A. Duenas 
 2023-11-10
 
 
  Rachel is so passionate about helping mamas that my time with her is more than just a massage but an endearing experience. She helps me in ways more than just relaxing my body but also relaxing my thoughts and making me feel good mentally and emotionally after each session. Always a treat to work with her on new physical pains as I go through my postpartum recovery. Highly recommended!
  
 
       
   nicole fraire 
 2023-11-06
 
 
  Always knows just how to help fix all the aches. Would 100% recommend to anyone needing a good massage
  
 
       
   Laura Beth Wallace 
 2023-08-10
 
 
  Fantastic massage and so wonderful to find a practitioner trained and experienced in the prenatal and postpartum body! Highly recommend, can't wait for my next massage.
  
 
       
   Lacey Kornicki 
 2023-08-09
 
 
  I've been to several sessions and I've always felt great afterwards. Rachel is a great listener and helps address the issues you have with the massage.
  
 
       
   Katharine Kelly 
 2023-07-31
 
 
  The best massage I’ve ever gotten. I asked to feel like a ball of sourdough in a mixer and she delivered! Compassionate and rich conversation and incredible work on some of my toughest muscles
  
 
       
   Kayla Enclosed 
 2023-07-22
 
 
  Rachel is AMAZING. This was hands down the best massage I’ve ever had (and I have A LOT).
Her vibe was great, and the she knew the perfect amount of pressure to use in just the right spots!
If you’re considering getting a massage by her, DO IT. Don’t hesitate! I promise you it will be worth it.
  
 
       
   Morgan M 
 2023-07-11
 
 
  Wonderful experience as a new time mom. Was able to relax and I feel like new.