AYURVEDIC ABHYANGA OIL MASSAGE:
A Vital Postpartum Ritualitual for Healing and Renewal
Ayurvedic Abhyanga, an ancient practice rooted in India’s traditional healing system, is a warm oil massage designed to nourish and rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit. Particularly during the postpartum period, this practice holds profound significance in promoting a new mother’s recovery and overall well-being.
In Ayurveda, the postpartum period—known as Sutika Kala—is a time of transformation and vulnerability. New mothers experience intense physical, emotional, and hormonal changes as they adjust to the demands of motherhood all while healing from birth. Abhyanga helps restore balance during this delicate phase by providing nurturing support through a deeply calming and restorative massage.
Using warm, herbal-infused oils tailored to the individual’s body type (dosha), Abhyanga encourages circulation, improves lymphatic drainage, and aids in the removal of toxins from the body. This promotes healing in the postpartum period, supporting the recovery of muscle tone, joint flexibility, and overall strength. Abhyanga also helps with the production of breast milk by promoting lactation and soothing any feelings of anxiety, stress, or depression commonly associated with postpartum experiences.
Emotionally, the gentle, rhythmic strokes of Abhyanga work to calm the nervous system, reducing anxiety and promoting deep relaxation. It’s a sacred self-care ritual that nurtures not only the body but also the emotional and mental well-being of new mothers, helping them connect with their own bodies and regain their sense of self.
Incorporating Abhyanga into the postpartum recovery plan can offer tremendous benefits, from improved sleep to enhanced emotional resilience, supporting new mothers as they embark on the beautiful, but challenging, journey of motherhood. This ancient Ayurvedic practice provides the nurturing care needed for optimal healing and restoration after childbirth.
60 MINUTES
$170
Women's Abhyanga Massage
90 MINUTES
$250
Women's Abhyanga Massage
THAI MASSAGE THERAPY
Thai Massage Therapy: A Healing Practice for Every Stage of Life
Thai massage therapy is an ancient form of healing that combines acupressure, deep stretching, and gentle rocking to rejuvenate both body and mind. This unique therapy, which originated in Thailand over 2,500 years ago, works with the body’s energy lines, or sen, to release blockages, enhance circulation, and promote flexibility. It’s often referred to as “assisted yoga,” and provides lasting benefits throughout life.
From promoting relaxation to relieving tension and increasing mobility, Thai massage supports overall health and vitality. It’s suitable for people of all ages, helping reduce stress, improve posture, alleviate chronic pain, and restore balance to the body. Over time, regular sessions can lead to enhanced physical and mental well-being, with improvements in flexibility, joint health, and energy flow.
Thai Massage in Pregnancy and Postpartum
During pregnancy, a modified Thai massage can offer tremendous benefits to expectant mothers. By gently stretching and focusing on relaxation, it helps ease common discomforts like back pain, swollen limbs, and stress. Thai massage enhances circulation and supports the body’s natural changes, making it easier to carry the physical and emotional load of pregnancy. Practitioners tailor the massage to accommodate the changing body, using soft techniques that prioritize comfort and safety.
Postpartum, Thai massage can be an excellent tool for recovery. The gentle stretches and pressure help release tension from childbirth, restore energy, and support the body’s return to its pre-pregnancy state. This therapy can also help improve sleep quality, reduce postpartum anxiety, and support emotional healing, making it a valuable part of a new mother’s self-care routine.
Incorporating Thai massage throughout life can provide an ongoing source of healing, from early adulthood to pregnancy and beyond.
