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Massage and Bodywork Therapists

Pregnancy can create its own type of stress on your body. "I personally remember going to get my massage and feeling like a beached whale," one mother noted, "but when I finished I came out floating like a feather." The benefits of prenatal massage therapy are many for both you and baby.

Infant massage also has a multitude of wonderful benefits. It is especially recommended for preemies' development. Both pregnancy and infant massage enhance the bonding process.

Therapeutic massage therapists should be certified for the child bearing years. This work will also help you get in touch with your body in preparation for birth. It can contribute to your ability to appreciate and celebrate your body, allowing you to trust it during birth.

See alphabetical listings for massage and bodywork therapists below. Please contact the practitioner directly to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions. Be sure to let them know BirthLink sent you!

"After a natural birth where parents have worked together to love their baby forth, the hearts and energy fields of mother, father and baby are open to their fullest."
- Sunni Karll, Making a Difference: A Blueprint for Harmony, Midwifery Today, Summer 2001

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  • Bloom Yoga Studio

    Chicago, IL
    773-463-YOGA (9642)
    www.bloomyogastudio.com/
    Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

    Bloom specializes in supporting women and families during the childbearing year. With daily Prenatal Yoga classes, Prenatal and Postpartum Massage, as well as Mom & Baby Yoga (….and beyond – all the way up to yoga for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids!), our sunny, spacious, welcoming studio in Lincoln Square is the place to for families to get happy and healthy.

  • Debra Lawrence CD(DONA)

    Magic Hands Birth Services
    Streamwwod, IL
    630-202-3641
    magichandsbirth.com/
    Area Served:

    I bring knowledge, skills and courage to the birth process, enhancing it for couples in many positive ways. Supporting birth as a labor doula since 1998. Taught Bradley Method natural childbirth classes 15 years. Currently teaching Informed Beginnings childbirth classes.

  • Jo Anne Lindberg MEd ABT

    Five Element Shiatsu
    Madison/Verona, WI
    847-733-8050
    www.joannelindberg.com/
    Area Served: Midwest Region

    Private practice since 1999, Ohashiatsu bodywork & Asian medicine based on five element theory. Specializing in birth fear and trauma, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. Ease stress and gain balance for greater quality of life and optimal health. We all need more touch!

  • Rachel Shaffer LMT

    Sauganash Wellness Center
    Chicago, IL
    773-283-4470
    www.sauganashwellness.com
    Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

    Licensed and certified massage therapist. Mother of two, Rachel offers massage therapy for infants, children, pre- and postnatal massage treatments using a unique pregnancy table for expectants moms.