Bring it, Baby! FAQ
First of all - Congratulations! Let's see if I get everything covered, ok?
What is a Labor Preparation Massage, anyway?
The big banana here is to notice and minimize anything that BLOCKS you from having the birth you want. Together we will sleuth out birth blockers, relax muscle attachments that are important in birth, work over pressure points, guide you on positioning exercises, and other goodies to take home with you to keep the goodness rolling.
When should I book my apt?
Book your appointment as soon as you decide you are wanting this service. I've noticed that I do the very best work when seeing ten clients a week, these slots book up FAST. Setting up your appointment three months in advance is not unheard of. Book Now
When should I come in? How many times?
The real answer is whenever you want. If your baby is not ready nothing will happen except you will feel, sooooper good.
First time moms tend to book on their due date, and then a week after that (book both of these appointments at the same time, hopefully way in advance.) Most first time moms deliver about a week after their due date, so the first massage we get to know each other, and I can get a feel for their body. The second massage generally hits that magic window, although its been known, frequently, to happen on that first massage. Second time and after moms book on their due date, or a week earlier.
How does it work?
Heck if I know. Midwife Pat Jones says, "Almost nothing can get a baby out thats not ready, and almost nothing can hold a baby in thats ready to be born." I use a combination of essential oils, baby spinning www.spinningbabies.com, pressure points and intuition. I also chat and ask about things that I've seen be a labor blocker before, so in that regard I am a fresh pair of eyes and ears. My best guess is that we align the body and mind, look for obvious obstacles, and about 90% of the time it works great.
What should I wear?
For the massage you will be wearing as little as possible, some folks wear undies, others pull those off so i can work on their sitz bones and glutes. Your modesty will be maintained with a sheet draping your body parts that we are not massaging.
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"I was referred to Rowan by my doulas because I was stuck in early labor for three days at that point. She was not only knowledgeable in what she was doing and talking about, but such a fun person to meet and get to know! I felt a relief in my hips that I didn't realize where so stiff and in my lower back. Most of all, because of her pregnancy massage, I went into (active) labor that night and had my baby the following morning! Maybe it was a coincidence, but I credit it to Rowan and her magic hands!" |
How much is it? How do I pay?
$225 cash, check or swipe.
Can I late cancel without penalty?
If you are in strong labor please cancel as soon as you can, if you are in early labor or in an inconsistent pattern please consider coming in anyway so we can really get that train moving. Discerning how far along in labor you are is a fine trick, so sometimes discussion can let me offer my professional thoughts and feedback. If a client late cancels with me (less than 24 hours) they typically paypal or mail me a thank you tip, but that is up to your heart on that one.
How can I get to know you better?
Check out the links on this site to read my blog, learn more about my location, open appointments and other services offered. Or give me a call at 713.302.2182.
What happens if...
my water breaks, I leak breast milk, I goodge your sheets or crown my baby right their in your office? Don't worry, it will be fine, its probably happened before. I have a mop.
Are you the funniest massage therapist in Houston/ Harris county?
Yes.
Questions? Email
Rowan.
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