Pregnancy is a time of huge change in a woman’s body, and massage during this time, with an experienced and knowledgeable practitioner can be highly beneficial for both mother and baby. Shiatsu – an ancient traditional form of massage based on the same principles of acupuncture – has been proven to benefit both the expectant mother as well as the development of the embryo. Regular Shiatsu sessions can help the mother-to-be to adapt the physical, mental and emotional changes occurring in her body; relieving pain and stress by teaching her to relax, breathe and listen to the body. By sup ..read more

  Pregnancy is a time of huge change in a woman’s body, and massage during this time, with an experienced and knowledgeable practitioner can be highly beneficial for both mother and baby. Shiatsu – an ancient traditional form of massage based on the same principles of acupuncture – has been proven to benefit both the expectant mother as well as the development of the embryo. Regular Shiatsu sessions can help the mother-to-be to adapt the physical, mental and emotional changes occurring in her body; relieving pain and stress by teaching her to relax, breathe and listen to the body. By sup ..read more

Shiatsu is a Japanese word meaning finger pressure. It’s a body therapy using the same principles as acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine to diagnose, and is applied through gentle stretches and pressure using thumbs, fingers, knees and palms. It is a fully clothed, full body therapy traditionally practiced on a futon, originally from Japan with roots in Chinese medicine. It differs from other forms of massage in that it is a holistic therapy, and every treatment is unique. A client can come for a general, or specific physical, emotional or mental issue. The 12 Chinese meridians of t ..read more