Massage Therapy

For general maintenance and stress management, once or twice a month is a meaningful baseline. For specific therapeutic goals like recovery, lymphatic health, or sports performance, more frequent sessions may be recommended. Your massage therapist will give you a personalized recommendation after your first session.

Yes! Massage pairs especially well with infrared sauna before your session (to warm and soften tissue) and with cold plunge or Revive Room afterward for recovery. Ask when you book and we'll help you sequence the day for maximum benefit.

Any time– whether you're at 1 week or 41 weeks, massage can be of benefit to you and your baby. Body pillows are available to support side-lying, face-down, and face-up positioning throughout your pregnancy for full comfort.

A good general recommendation is 1–2 sessions per month in the first two trimesters, increasing by one additional session per month in the third trimester. Ultimately, how often you come is completely up to you.

There is no evidence that massage will induce labor or miscarriage in any trimester. Certain techniques and acupressure regions can help prepare the body and mind for labor, but these are performed only after 36 weeks and only as part of intentional birth preparation work.

Therapeutic touch can still be incredibly valuable for high-risk pregnancies. All high-risk clients must provide proof of provider approval before their first session. Appropriate precautions will be in place based on your specific type and level of risk.

Yes! If you decide to bring your baby, bringing another caregiver is ideal so that when the baby needs attention, you can continue resting. Your therapist can also teach you infant massage techniques you can take home and use anytime.

Relaxation massage is still available during post-operative healing– the incision will be avoided until it has closed (approximately 6 weeks). For post-surgical lymphatic drainage and optimal scar tissue recovery, we suggest booking with our pelvic floor PT team for a comprehensive approach.

Decreased anxiety and stress hormones, reduced aggressive behavior, enhanced respiratory function, increased body awareness, improved muscle tone and relaxation, improved joint mobility, enhanced body image and self-esteem, increased sense of healthy boundaries, and deeper bonding. The benefits are both physical and developmental.

We see children ages 3 and older for pediatric sessions. If your child has a specific healthcare-related diagnosis, please call before booking — pediatric massage for special healthcare needs may require additional planning or a referral from your child's provider.

Our therapists aim to create positive, engaging, age-appropriate sessions — for a 5-year-old, that might include storytelling or rhymes alongside massage techniques, or playing with textured massage tools. Parents/guardians are welcome in the room. Children may keep all clothing on if they prefer.

Children are welcome to keep any or all of their clothing on during the massage. While it is recommended that shorts and tank tops be worn so that more skin can be applied with unscented oil/lotion, whatever makes your child feel safest is best. Space will be given if your child needs to dress down and lie beneath the sheets. Appropriate massage therapy draping will be utilized throughout the entire session regardless of how much clothing is worn.

For some children, touch can easily cause overstimulation. Permission is always asked before going hands-on, as well as feedback throughout the session. Pressure applied is typically not too firm or deep as children's muscles are less dense than that of an adult.

Please wait 72 hours after any immunization before scheduling. Standard contraindications apply — acute infection, fever, contagious skin condition, open wound, or circulatory condition. Massage will not be given in these cases.

Anyone looking to support overall wellness, reduce fluid retention, recover from surgery or illness, manage lymphedema, or improve immune function. It's gentle and safe for most people. Clients with active infections or specific health conditions should consult their provider first.

Both target the lymphatic system, but through different mechanisms. Lymphatic massage is a gentle, hand-to-skin technique ideal for post-surgical care, fluid retention, and lymphedema. DermaShape uses vacuum suction technology to mechanically drive lymphatic movement, making it more effective for body contouring, cellulite, and fat congestion. Neither is "better" — they serve different needs and both reward consistency.