Pregnancy Massage
Adapted techniques and safe positioning, to relieve the tensions that come with pregnancy.
Pregnancy shifts your centre of gravity, puts extra load on the lower back and changes circulation — and you feel it. A pregnancy massage, or prenatal massage, uses adapted techniques and careful positioning to relieve those tensions safely.
Positioning is the critical part: from a certain stage, lying face down is no longer suitable, and the session is done on your side, with supports. It is a detail that makes all the difference between a comfortable massage and an uncomfortable session.
What prenatal massage helps relieve
- Tension in the lower back and shoulders
- The feeling of heavy, swollen legs
- Built-up tiredness and difficulty relaxing
- The emotional tension of this stage
- Quality of rest
What happens in the session
- Confirmation of the trimester and of any medical advice.
- Side-lying position with supports, in comfort.
- Gentle movements on the areas with most tension.
- Special attention to the legs and lower back.
- Getting up slowly, with no sudden movements.
Before you book
We offer the massage from the second trimester and always without medical contraindication. For high-risk pregnancies or those under special monitoring, ask your doctor or obstetric team first — and tell us when you book.
Pregnancy Massage in Lisbon
Glow Esthetic is at Rua Rodrigues Sampaio 146, 1st floor left, in central Lisbon, a few minutes' walk from Marquês de Pombal and Avenida da Liberdade — the nearest metro stations are Marquês de Pombal and Avenida. We are open Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 19:00, and booking ahead by WhatsApp or phone is recommended.
Questions about Pregnancy Massage
Usually from the second trimester, as long as there is no medical contraindication. In the first trimester, and in high-risk pregnancies, prior medical advice is needed.
On your side, with supports for the bump and the legs. It is not done lying face down.
It can relieve the feeling of heavy, swollen legs, with gentle movements that always follow the direction of circulation. Sudden or marked swelling should be checked by your doctor before any massage.
About 60 minutes, with time to settle into position calmly and get up without rushing at the end.
Yes, as long as there is no medical contraindication. The side-lying position and the intensity are adjusted to what is comfortable at each stage.