Rates & Styles
Pre Natal Massage
Post Natal Massage
45min: $50
60min: $70
90min: $90
Taxes included

Treatment Details

Pre & Post Natal Massage: Pre and Post Natal massage can help alleviate those pesky aches and pains brought on by that extra little person. They also work to reduce fluid retention, helping you feel less balloon-like both before and after the birth. All guests receive complimentary herbal tea/organic lemon water or filtered bottled water.

What to expect for a Pre Natal Massage:
When coming in for your first massage, you will be told how to lie, but if you’re more than 13 weeks pregnant, you’ll probably be positioned on your side, as this is the most comfortable and strain-free pose.
During the massage a blend of styles will be performed, depending on the clients needs. A few types to consider and be aware of are:
* deep tissue massage relieves tension and improves movement
* relaxation massage helps to increase the metabolic rate and breaks down food
* lymphatic drainage massage maintains circulation and decreases swelling
* therapeutic massage eases stress and anxiety as well as increasing muscular strength

What to expect for a Post Natal Massage:
As before, the massage will often be carried out whilst you lie on your side, although other positions will be suggested if you’ve had a C-section or are suffering with back pain or tender breasts. Specific areas of tension will then be focused on including the shoulders, neck, legs and lower back. A warm pack may also be placed on your stomach during parts of the massage to start toning up your abdominal muscles. This massage will help to rebalance your hormones, restore energy levels and promote a healthy posture.

Overview
Lugging around a growing baby for 9 months can easily take its toll – mentally and physically, but a pregnancy massage once a week, or even on a monthly basis, claims to help reduce stress and relieve cramping, muscle spasms, swelling and fatigue that all come hand in hand with being pregnant. The massage techniques used are also claimed to help increase blood circulation and digestion as the whole process aids in more oxygen and nutrients being carried to the cells of mother and baby.

Concerns
In most cases pregnancy massages will have a positive outcome. However women with placental dysfunctions, pre-sclampsia, gestational diabetes, toxaemia, extreamly high blood pressure or threatened miscarriage should avoid the massages. As always it is recommended to see your doctor first before booking your appointment.

* Treatment length includes consultation
** Taxes are included in all prices
*** Please be prepared to pay in cash or cheque
**** Thank you

Benefits of Massage
The benefits of this massage are endless but to name a few…
Promotes deep muscle and tissue relaxation
Alleviates stress
Releases toxins
Relieves pain
Improves circulation
Calms the psyche

Gift Certificates are available

Click here to book an appointment online. Please book at least 48hrs in advance if booking online. 

If you would like to make an earlier appointment call Jen Farnholz at (250) 462-0151.

For any questions or for more information please email:           handsontherapy@live.com

Health Survey
Please feel free to print and fill out the Health Survey before your appointment. This information will be used by your practitioner only, and will be kept confidential and no advertising will be sent to you.
Click here for the pdf copy of our survey.

Questions & Answers
What should I wear during a massage treatment?
For a full body massage, most people choose to undress completely or leave only their underwear on. Your therapist will give you privacy to undress. Once you are undressed you can slip under the blanket provided and special draping will ensure you are covered at all times.

What do I do during a treatment?
Make yourself comfortable. If you need to be moved, your therapist will adjust you. Many people close their eyes and relax, while others prefer to talk. Always feel free to ask questions or let your therapist know if you need a deeper or lighter massage.

How will I feel after the massage treatment?
Most people feel relaxed and sometimes a bit sleepy; others experience immediate relief from long-term aches and pains.
After a deep tissue massage, the body will often feel as if it has had a challenging workout. This stiffness will pass and the muscles will benefit greatly.

Is there anything I should do after a massage?
Since toxins are released from your soft tissue during a massage, it is very important to drink lots of water to flush out these toxins. Some stiffness may occur after a massage, do not let this discourage you, it is only the muscles releasing the excess lactic acid. To help to prevent this it is also advised to try to stretch the body afterwards. Doing so will help to keep the muscles from tightening up which will prolong and increase the positive effects of the massage.

Cancellation Policy
We have reserved this time just for you.
We understand that sometimes it is necessary to change your appointment. We do ask that you please give us 24 hours notice when canceling any of our services.

Thank you for your co-operation and understanding.