Prenatal massage at Relax & Revive, serving Ahwatukee and the West Valley, eases the aches of a changing body and settles the nervous system — for you, and the one you’re growing.
What It Helps With
Pregnancy changes your posture, circulation, and center of gravity almost month to month. Our Ahwatukee and Peoria therapists adjust the work to meet you wherever you are.
Low back, hip & sciatic tension from shifting weight and posture
Swelling in the ankles and feet eased with light, circulation-focused strokes
Tight shoulders & upper back from a shifting center of gravity
Restless sleep and a wound-up nervous system
Tension headaches tied to posture or hormonal shifts
General overwhelm where the only job is to rest
When It’s Safe
We ask every prenatal client to have provider clearance before their first session. From there, the approach shifts by trimester.
First Trimester
Many practices, including ours, wait until after week 12–14 unless your provider directs otherwise. Bring your clearance to your first visit.
Second Trimester
Often the most comfortable window for bodywork — side-lying, fully bolstered, with steady, moderate pressure.
Third Trimester
Side-lying continues, with extra support under the belly and low back as things get less comfortable on their own.
Always cleared by your OB or midwife first — especially with a high-risk pregnancy, preeclampsia, or a history of preterm labor. If anything changes with your pregnancy between sessions, let us know before you book again.
What A Session Looks Like
Positioning
You’ll be side-lying the whole session, supported by bolsters under the belly, top leg, and head — never flat on your back or stomach. We adjust the setup as your shape changes visit to visit.
Pressure & Technique
Skilled bodywork, adjusted for pregnancy: lighter through the low back and ankles, and steering clear of points classically avoided during pregnancy. Pressure is always led by what feels good to you that day.
Before You Begin
A short check-in on your trimester, symptoms, and anything new since your last visit — then a calm, quiet room and comfortable draping, same as any session here.
Two Places To Book
Prenatal massage is available at both of our locations — our Ahwatukee studio inside MedLink Health Solutions, and our West Valley location in Peoria, inside Color Me Bella.