Infra red heat is incorporated into the treatment couch for massage treatments but can be adapted for preference. 

Pregnancy massage: Treatments can be incorporated for pregnancy massage and during the later stages of pregnancy a woman is most comfortable when laying on her side. Massage treatments are not advised in the first trimester and by booking an appointment you will confirm on the sent consultation form that you have sought approval from your doctor that massage is advised. If pregnancy clients experience nausea, vomit or morning sickness, suffer a higher than normal risk of miscarriage, have high risk pregnancy issues like placenta abruption or premature labour then written permission from a doctor will be needed. Massage therapy can decrease lower back and leg pain, lower anxiety or postnatal blues, improve regular sleep cycles, decrease production of stress hormones such as norepinephrine. Many women suffer from depression after pregnancy or during, research has shown that pregnancy massage can also increase the secretion of serotonin and dopamine in them, decrease stress chemical cortisol and promote a better sense of wellbeing in individuals. Recommended essential oils in the second and third trimesters include German chamomile, lavender, peppermint, frankincense, ylang ylang, eucalyptus, geranium, tea tree and bergamot. It's advisable not to use basil, rosemary, clary sage, aniseed and juniper berry for pregnancy massage.