Postnatal care · Palo Alto
PostnatalRecovery Massage
Personalized care for tired shoulders, back, hips and legs after birth. Slow strokes, gentle kneading and supported positioning, shaped around how you feel today.
Choose your time Postnatal massage
Choose your session first, then select available add-ons in Acuity. Timing, pressure and positioning are adapted to your recovery and medical clearance.
Care after birth
Your recovery.
Your pace.
Feeding, lifting, carrying and long periods in one position can leave different muscles tired. We begin with your recovery stage, the areas that feel uncomfortable and the pressure you prefer.
Muscle-focused care
Attention to the neck, shoulders, back, hips and other areas carrying everyday strain.
Comfortable support
Pillows, bolsters and side-lying or other comfortable positions, with sensitive areas respected.
A gentler rhythm
Adjustable pressure, an unhurried pace and fragrance-free care whenever you prefer.
Areas · discomfort · methods
Tell us where
you feel it.
Choose the areas that need attention. Your therapist adapts the session to everyday muscular aches and tension, with a lighter touch wherever needed.
Neck & shoulders
Stiff neck · tired shoulders
Muscular soreness from feeding positions, looking down and holding your baby.
Slow strokes and gentle kneading around the neck and shoulder muscles, with pressure adjusted throughout.
Upper & mid-back
Shoulder-blade tension · tight knots
An aching or tight feeling between the shoulder blades after carrying, rocking or sitting.
Broad gliding strokes followed by gentle, focused work around the shoulder blades and upper-back muscles.
Lower back & waist
Low-back ache · tight waistline
Tired lower-back muscles after repeated bending, lifting or long periods in one position.
Supported positioning and slow, measured pressure over the back muscles, staying within your comfort.
Hips & glutes
Outer-hip tension · tired glutes
Muscular tightness around the outer hips and buttocks after sitting or carrying your baby.
Side-lying support when preferred, with gentle kneading and broad pressure over the surrounding muscles.
Forearms & hands
Tired forearms · hand tension
Muscle fatigue from holding, carrying and repeatedly supporting your baby.
Gentle forearm strokes and comfortable hand and palm massage, with sensitive areas avoided.
Legs & feet
Tired legs · foot fatigue
Everyday muscular tiredness after standing, walking and caring for your baby.
Unhurried strokes over the thighs and lower legs, plus gentle foot massage when appropriate.
Your care is personalized; every area is optional. Massage supports comfort and relaxation. Persistent pain or concerns about healing need assessment by your healthcare professional.
A comfortable position.
How we care for you
Thoughtful hands.
Personalized care.
Your therapist combines techniques around your comfort, healing and preferences. Tell us whenever you want less pressure, a different position or an area left untouched.
Optional add-ons · One appointment
Make your postnatal
massage your own.
Tell us whether your neck, shoulders, lower back or another area feels tight. You can personalize your Postnatal Recovery Massage with optional enhancements, each priced separately below.
Warmth & comfort
+$15per sessionHot Stone
Shoulders · upper & lower back
Gentle warmth adds a soothing sensation while your therapist works on tight back and shoulder muscles. Temperature is adjusted to your comfort.
By request: contact us to confirm availability before booking.
Broad, firmer pressure
+$15per sessionBack Walking
Back muscles · hips · legs
Controlled barefoot pressure offers a broad, firmer massage sensation for stubborn muscular tension. Pressure stays off the spine and neck.
Requires a suitability review after recovery; never over an incision or sensitive area.
Aroma & relaxation
+$15per sessionEssential Oil
Your chosen massage areas
A diluted aroma adds a calming sensory element to your massage. The oil also provides glide and helps dry skin feel softer.
Tell us about breastfeeding and sensitivities. Fragrance-free care remains available.
Skin comfort & glide
+$15per sessionHerbal Recovery Oil
Back · shoulders · selected muscles
A herbal oil option adds glide and skin comfort during focused muscle work. Ask about the ingredients and scent before choosing it.
By request: contact us to confirm the product and availability before booking.
Focused tool work
+$25per sessionBody Gua Sha
Neck muscles · shoulders · upper back
Controlled strokes with a smooth-edged tool focus on one stiff muscular area. The aim is a less tight, more comfortable feeling; temporary marks can occur.
Listed online for 60 minutes. For 90 or 120 minutes, request confirmation first.
Light, rhythmic care
+$25per sessionLymphatic Drainage
Arms · legs · agreed focus areas
Feather-light, rhythmic touch adds a gentler pace for relaxation and a lighter-feeling session. It is not a detox or treatment for medical swelling.
A separately priced enhancement; timing and areas are adapted to your recovery.
Added to your massage. These are enhancements to the same postnatal appointment. Prices are additional to your chosen session and do not add time unless an extension is specifically listed.
Chosen for your recovery. Your therapist confirms suitability, including healing, skin sensitivity and breastfeeding. Firmer pressure and tool-based work require individual review. Oils are kept away from the breast and areas your baby may contact.
Simple online booking
Choose your time. Then personalize.
- 01
Choose 60, 90 or 120 minutes
Use a Postnatal Massage booking button on this page to open your selected appointment directly.
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Add your preferences
Under Add to Appointment, select the available add-ons you want. Tap Show All Add-Ons to see the full list. Add-ons are optional.
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Choose a time & confirm
After choosing your add-ons, select an available appointment time, complete your details and review the total before confirming.
Don’t see an add-on? Hot Stone and Herbal Recovery Oil currently need confirmation; Body Gua Sha availability varies by session length. Call or text (650) 855-2833 before confirming your appointment.
Postnatal recovery sessions
Time to care for you.
Choose the time for your priority areas. Every session includes a conversation about comfort, positioning and pressure.
Targeted postnatal care
One or two priority areas
Choose neck and shoulders, back and waist, or another focused area. A shorter session centered on what feels most tired.
Book 60 MinutesConnected-area care
Several areas, at a calmer pace
More time for neck, shoulders and back, or back, hips and legs, with comfortable transitions between areas.
Book 90 MinutesFull-body postnatal care
Full body, with extra focus
An unhurried session across the shoulders, back, arms, hips and legs, with extra attention to your chosen areas.
Book 120 MinutesChoose your Postnatal Massage duration, select available add-ons under “Add to Appointment,” then choose your appointment time. Add-on prices are additional; gratuity is not included.
What To Expect
Comfort at every step.
A short, useful conversation
Tell your therapist when you gave birth, how recovery is going, where you feel tired and what products you prefer.
Supportive positioning
Face-down, side-lying or another comfortable setup—we adjust pillows, bolsters and draping to your needs.
Pressure that changes with you
Your therapist checks in and adapts the session. You never need to “push through” discomfort.
Before You Book
Your safety comes first.
Medical clearance
Please obtain approval from your OB-GYN or healthcare professional, especially after a C-section, complicated delivery or ongoing postpartum concern.
Incision care
We do not work over a fresh incision, open wound, active infection or area that has not fully healed.
Products
Tell us if you are breastfeeding, pumping, taking medication or have skin allergies. Unscented, fragrance-free products are always available.
This is wellness care
Massage supports relaxation and comfort; it does not diagnose or treat postpartum medical conditions.
Questions, Answered
Postnatal massage FAQ.
How soon after giving birth can I book?
There is no single timeline that is right for everyone. Ask your OB-GYN or healthcare professional when massage is appropriate for your birth type, healing and health history, then tell us what they recommended.
Can I receive massage after a C-section?
Only after medical clearance and when healing is progressing appropriately. We never massage over a fresh or unhealed incision and will adapt positioning for comfort.
Is this suitable while breastfeeding?
Massage can be adapted with supportive positioning and unscented products. Oils are kept away from the breast and chest area. Tell us about sensitivities before your session.
Will postnatal massage tighten loose skin?
Massage and nourishing oil may help skin feel moisturized, supple and temporarily look smoother. We do not promise permanent tightening, fat loss or stretch-mark removal.
Can I add lymphatic drainage to my postnatal massage?
Yes, Lymphatic Drainage is an optional +$25 enhancement when suitable for your recovery. Select it under “Add to Appointment” in Acuity. It is not included in the base price and is not medical treatment for lymphedema, blood clots, unexplained swelling or postpartum complications.
Can I choose essential oils?
Essential Oil is an optional +$15 add-on, used in diluted form. Fragrance-free care remains available. Tell us about breastfeeding, allergies and sensitivities before your session.
How do I choose add-ons when booking?
First choose your 60-, 90- or 120-minute Postnatal Massage. In Acuity, use “Add to Appointment” and “Show All Add-Ons” to choose the available enhancements you want. Then select an appointment time and review your details and total before confirming.
What if the add-on I want is not listed?
Call or text (650) 855-2833 before confirming. Hot Stone and Herbal Recovery Oil currently need confirmation. Body Gua Sha is listed for the 60-minute session; request confirmation for 90 or 120 minutes. Availability and suitability must be confirmed.
Do add-ons cost extra or add more time?
Yes, each add-on has a separate price in addition to your massage. An enhancement does not add time unless an extension is explicitly shown. Review the appointment duration and total before confirming. These enhancements are part of your postnatal appointment, not separate service bookings.
Which session length is best?
Choose 60 minutes for focused care, 90 minutes for several connected areas and full-body relaxation, or 120 minutes for the most unhurried experience. Ninety minutes is our recommended starting point.