Prenatal Massage From a Birth Professional

Pregnancy changes far more than muscles and joints. The position of the baby, the mobility of the pelvis, the function of the diaphragm, the balance of the nervous system, and the adaptability of the fascial system all influence comfort throughout pregnancy.

Jenel Maruk has spent more than 15 years working with pregnant and postpartum women and has attended over 300 births in homes, birth centres, and hospitals. Her training includes Body Ready Method®, Birthing From Within®, pelvic health bodywork, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, breast care, abdominal therapy, and womb-centered bodywork.

In addition to hands-on care, she has taught thousands of people through prenatal classes, workshops, consultations, and community education.

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Every session is tailored to the individual needs of the mother and baby.
 

Support for Breech Babies & Baby Positioning

When a baby remains breech later in pregnancy, many parents begin exploring options to create more comfort and space within the body.
 

Jenel has advanced training in birth preparation, pelvic balancing, fascial release, and movement-based approaches that may help improve mobility throughout the pelvis, abdomen, diaphragm, and surrounding tissues.

For breech presentations, she often prefers to begin this work between 27 and 32 weeks when there is typically greater opportunity to influence comfort, balance, and available space for the baby.
 

This work does not attempt to manually turn babies. Instead, sessions focus on creating conditions that support optimal maternal comfort and movement throughout pregnancy.

Results vary from person to person and no specific outcome can be guaranteed.

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WombSpace & Pregnancy Bodywork

Pregnancy requires continual adaptation throughout the body.

WombSpace sessions may incorporate abdominal therapy, breath work, fascial release, movement education, pelvic balancing, rib cage mobility, breast and chest work, and nervous system support to help mothers feel more comfortable as their pregnancy progresses.

Many women seek this care for:

• Round ligament discomfort

• Pelvic pressure

• Rib discomfort

• Back pain

• Sleep challenges

• Baby positioning concerns

• Birth preparation

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FAQ Section

When should I start prenatal massage?

Many women begin prenatal massage during the first trimester, while others start later in pregnancy. Treatment can be adapted throughout all stages of pregnancy.

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Is prenatal massage safe?

Prenatal massage is generally considered safe for most healthy pregnancies. Sessions are adapted to your stage of pregnancy, comfort level, and healthcare recommendations.

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Can prenatal massage help with pelvic or back pain?

Many pregnant women seek massage therapy to help manage discomfort in the low back, hips, pelvis, ribs, neck, and shoulders as their body changes throughout pregnancy.

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Do you work with breech babies?

Yes. Jenel has advanced training in pregnancy bodywork, pelvic balancing, birth preparation, and baby positioning support. When appropriate, this work is often most effective when started between 27 and 32 weeks of pregnancy.

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Can prenatal massage help prepare for birth?

Many women include massage therapy as part of their birth preparation. Sessions may focus on movement, breath, pelvic mobility, relaxation, body awareness, and overall comfort during pregnancy.

 

What makes your prenatal massage different?

Jenel's approach is informed by more than 15 years of women's health practice, over 300 attended births, advanced birth education training, pelvic health bodywork, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, breast care, abdominal therapy, and ongoing work with pregnant and postpartum families.

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What should I wear to my appointment?

Wear comfortable clothing. Treatment plans are individualized and your therapist will discuss options and comfort preferences before beginning.​