Pregnancy is not always the most glamorous, and certainly not the most comfy, time of a woman’s life. Luckily, there is a way to restore inner peace and ignore an inner ache for an hour or two… prenatal or postnatal massages!
While it can have its perks, by and large being pregnant is a tough gig – which is why you deserve the best prenatal massage and spa treatments in Singapore. You can no longer see your toes, you’re battling morning sickness, and then there’s the state of your nipples – eek! We’ve all been there and got the maternity-sized tee-shirt. But one of the things that were an absolute godsend? Prenatal massages! They help us through the aching back, bloated ankles and tension headaches. We’re talking amazing spas and massage therapists that rubbed, squeezed and kneaded us safely through some of those long pregnancy moments… Whether it’s a spa or a home prenatal massage service, choose one that suits your needs below.
What to know before going for a prenatal massage
- Prenatal massages are generally recommended for pregnant women after the first trimester. Depending on the spa, massage therapists would accept customers for prenatal massage from around 16 weeks pregnant onwards.
- Don’t expect really firm pressure during your prenatal massage! Prenatal massage is usually done in side-lying position and in a gentle, relaxing manner with light to medium pressure throughout the body. If you need extra love on certain parts of your body (sore shoulders, bloated feet etc.), you can always let your massage therapist know and they’ll decide if it’s safe to knead out those parts a little harder for more relief.
- You probably don’t need to sign up for a prenatal massage package unless you’re willing to splurge. Speaking from experience, most of the body aches from #mumlife come after the baby is born, so it’s best to set your funds aside for a postnatal massage package instead. Postnatal massages can help relieve your body of all the odd aches and pains that come with holding a newborn and sleeping in weird positions, plus the added bonus of aiding in stimulating breastmilk production or relieving clogged milk ducts in the breasts.
The best spas with prenatal massages and postnatal massages in Singapore
1. Babies-Bellies: Prenatal massage and jamu postnatal massage in Novena and King Albert Park
Babies-Bellies offers both pre and post-natal massages as well as wrap treatments from the sanctuary of your own home (or at one of its cosy spas). Massages for pregnant mummies are recommended once you pass the five-month mark of ‘incubation’.
Review: “I used Babies-Bellies, and after just one session, I happily signed up for both prenatal and postnatal packages! The masseuse was perfect: she was very gentle and experienced, and every session had me blissed out. This is one of the best prenatal massages in Singapore.” – Santi, mum of one
Babies-Bellies, Novena Square #04-39 to 44, Square 2, 10 Sinaran Drive, Singapore 307506 and KAP Residences #01-39, 9 King Albert Park, Singapore 598333
2. House of Balinese: Prenatal massage in Upper Thomson
Best known for their authentic Balinese massages, House of Balinese in Springleaf also offers prenatal and postnatal massages to mums-to-be and new mums! We love the simple and no-frills yet tranquil ambience here with its wooden interiors and relaxing aromatherapy. New mums can also book House of Balinese’s postnatal massage packages, available in-store and for house calls.
Review: “I went for prenatal massages at House of Balinese twice during my last pregnancy (at 16 weeks and 23 weeks) and it was the perfect way to relax and get all the kinks out. The therapists always made sure to check if the pressure was too firm for my liking, and I really appreciated how understanding they were when I had to excuse myself to use the bathroom halfway through one of the massage sessions – pregnancy bladder is so real!” – Syazana, mum of two
House of Balinese, 7 Thong Soon Ave, Springleaf Garden, Singapore 787434
3. Elements Wellness Group: Prenatal massage in Orchard and Somerset
This award-winning spa offers a heavenly prenatal massage, as well as heaps of other wonderful spa treatments once the bun is out of the oven. They even have their own onsen! Also, adjustable beds should be totally standard when pregnant!
Review: “Taking a break from feeling like I had been run over by a truck, I put myself in the safe hands of the Elements Wellness Group for a prenatal massage. Suddenly, being preggers with number three didn’t feel quite so arduous! And can we just take a moment to appreciate the genius beds it uses with adjustable temperatures?!” – Tracy, mum of three
Elements Wellness Group, various locations
4. Theresa: Prenatal massage and postnatal massage in multiple locations
Looking for a trusted masseuse to see you through your gestational weeks and after? Theresa, an award-winning medical spa, specialises in prenatal and postnatal massages. That makes things a lot more convenient for us tired mums! You will also be happy to know that this one-stop shop comes with over 30 years of experience. A big relief for new mums and mums-to-be, as you know you are in safe hands. Its signature prenatal massage offers slow & soft strokes to ease discomforts while keeping the baby safe & healthy. The post-natal massage offers full recuperation to bring hormones back to pre-pregnancy levels. Note – prenatal massages are recommended between week 16 to week 36 of the gestational period.
Theresa, various locations including Hougang, Tampines, Clementi and Toa Payoh
5. Beauty Mums & Babies: Prenatal massage in Orchard
Beauty Mums & Babies, one of the providers of the best prenatal massages in Singapore, helps massage away pregnancy tensions on special beds designed with mums and bumps in mind. Post-natal mums are not forgotten, either. If you’re having breastfeeding issues, do pop a lactation massage onto your radar. Baby massage and even baby care workshops are also available. Don’t forget to book an appointment beforehand!
Beauty Mums & Babies, #14-11/12, Paragon Shopping Mall, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859
6. Mummy’s Massage: Prenatal massage in Bugis
As the name suggests, Mummy’s Massage knows a thing or two about a safe and wonderful mummy’s massage! Prenatal massages are geared to help release tension, including leg cramps and back pain (two of pregnancy’s biggest delights). They also aim to reduce feet swelling and even assist in lessening mild prenatal depression and anxiety. You’ll also find the Jamu Massage: a post-delivery massage that helps with lactation, firms up stomach muscles and reduces water retention. Looking to beat those postnatal confinement blues and boredom? Mummy’s Massage stocks colourful Batik Bengkung BellyBinds (that you can put on yourself!) to help your belly slim down and to also brighten up your days.
Mummy’s Massage/Mummy’s Fertility, 100 Jalan Sultan, Sultan Plaza Mall, Singapore 199001
7. Madam Partum: Prenatal massage in multiple locations
While most mums go to them for trusted confinement care like confinement food, confinement nannies and postnatal massage, Madam Partum also provides prenatal massage to mum-to-be. The signature meridian acupoints massage is a favourite among mums, and can be done at their outlet in the east, any of their TCM partner outlets or even at the comfort of home with a small top-up.
Madam Partum, 192 – 196 Tanjong Katong Road Singapore 436995, prenatal massage also available at Chien Chi Tow TCM outlets islandwide
8. Nimble/Knead: Prenatal massage in Tiong Bahru
We definitely think you ‘knead’ this spa on your prenatal ‘to-do’ list! Try the ‘Rock-a-Bye Mummy Massage’, which has been designed by the folks at Nimble/Knead to alleviate aches and strains caused by extra weight on your back and legs and will also ease tension in your shoulders, neck and head. Expect to sleep like a baby post-massage!
Nimble/Knead, 66 Eng Watt St, #01-28, Singapore 160066
9. So Spa: Prenatal massage in Sentosa
The prenatal massage at So Spa delivers gentle comforting techniques aimed at improving blood circulation and, of course, sending pregnant mamas into a state of blissful relaxation. The treatment is also personalised as per your stage of pregnancy and uses the most gentle formulas to nourish the skin. Expect to leave the massage table with a glow! There’s also a postnatal massage option, so you can return and relax once bub has arrived. Get booking!
So Spa, 2 Bukit Manis Road, Sentosa, Singapore 09989
10. Natureland: Prenatal massage in multiple locations
Renowned around the island for its heavenly foot reflexology therapists and deeply comfy reclining chairs, Natureland also has body therapy and massage services that include a special prenatal option. Let specially trained massage therapists soothe away those aches and pains. Sciatica? Swelling? Not sleeping? Have all these issues addressed and more in these 60 or 75-minute sessions.
Natureland, various locations
11. Auriga Spa @ Capella: Prenatal massage in Sentosa
Our former HKA staffer and mum-of-two, Lindene, took her very pregnant self off for a babymoon staycay at Capella, and upped the relaxing ante with a visit to Auriga Spa. The prenatal massage here promises to tailor the massage to focus on areas that are aching and alleviate muscle tension!
Review: Read Lindene’s babymoon staycation and postnatal massage review here!
Auriga Spa, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
Best prenatal and postnatal massages at home
12. Aleyda Mobile Spa: House call prenatal massage and postnatal massage
Aleyda gives you all the massage goodness you need but with a modern approach. What makes its treatment different from the rest? Aleyda uses techniques agreeable with modern science, like scar tissue massage (c-sections), narrowing the abdominal gap to reduce belly bulge, relieving aches from pelvic misalignments and more. Plus, the experience is amped up a notch with aromatherapy. Great to relax those new mum nerves and put a pause on your rigorous routine. So if you are scouting for traditional Javanese or herbal massage therapies, you’re knocking on the wrong door.
13. Mummycare Therapy: House call prenatal massage and postnatal massage
Nothing beats a massage sesh, especially for mums part of the preggers-party (pre & postnatal). But the commute to and from a spa can be annoying for every session when your body is screaming with aches and pains. Mummycare therapy lets you enjoy getting pampered from the comfort of your own home. Plus, it has some tempting massage treatments on offer – from Prenatal Swedish massage that relieve discomforts to lactation massages beneficial for breastfeeding mums.
14. Postnatal Massage Singapore: House call prenatal massage and postnatal massage
The aches and pains during the pregnancy journey do not halt once your baby pops out. Your body goes into combat mode from the turmoil trying to get back to its pre-pregnancy state. And from experience, we say, it’s not pleasant! Bid your postnatal woes goodbye with Post Natal Massage’s award-winning treatments. Moreover, you can enjoy them in your very own nest without having to step out. Since Asian cultures in Singapore take postpartum confinement very seriously, it only makes sense to have your masseuse come knocking at your door. Plus, Post Natal Massage has some pretty exotic massages that will pamper you silly, like Javanese massage to help in slimming and weight loss post-delivery. Need we say more?
15. The Outcall Spa
Go for the Outcall Spa’s prenatal massage for instant relief! Mummies-to-be, ease your tension and tired muscles as the massage therapists apply special techniques to calm and relax you from head to toe. Choose from different pre-natal massages, from the basic or #Mom2B package, and the best bit is, you can enjoy the massage in the comfort of your home, because they bring the spa to your door! You’ll get a full spa setup including soothing music, a professional massage bed and a premium safe-for-baby massage oil. Bliss! Note, the massages are suitable for mums between 20-36 weeks of gestation.
16. Hands of Massage by Linah: House call prenatal massage and postnatal massage
Idlinah of Hands of Massage by Linah has been in the massage therapy business for decades – her training began both locally and in Indonesia where she learnt the best techniques from traditional massage therapists, before embarking on her own to offer prenatal massage and postnatal massage services to mums in Singapore. Her specialty is in hot stone massage, which can be done for regular massages or postnatal massages. Drop her a message to book your postnatal massage package the moment you find out you’re expecting to avoid disappointment, as her calendar gets booked out months in advance!
Review: “Kak Linah is my go-to postnatal massage therapist – I recommend her to EVERYONE! I booked her 10-day postnatal massage packages for both my babies and remember always looking forward to it each day during the early newborn stages. She would bring a little rice cooker to heat up her stones with and conduct the most relaxing and effective postnatal massages that I’m sure helped to expedite my postpartum healing and breastmilk stimulation. At the end of each 10-day service, Kak Linah would also show me how to perform baby massages on my newborn to help with their digestion, decrease chances of colic, and for better mum-and-baby bonding.”
As with all massages and spa treatments, make sure to call and book in advance. So go on, mum-to-be, you deserve to be pampered!