Wellness service
Postpartum Womb Massage
Closure, containment and restoration after pregnancy and birth. A sacred postpartum Mayan massage traditionally offered by midwives and parteras to support women after childbirth.
A $50 deposit reserves your appointment and is applied to the total on the day of your visit.
Ancient care for the body that gave life
The postpartum period is one of the most powerful, and most vulnerable, transitions in a woman's life. After birth, the body is open, the womb is healing, and the nervous system is recalibrating.
This session is designed specifically to honor the postpartum body, helping the womb, pelvis, and abdomen return to a place of balance, warmth, and support. It is not just bodywork.
Why it matters
Why postpartum womb care matters
After birth, the uterus leaves behind a large internal wound where the placenta detached. The organs have shifted. The pelvis has opened. The body is often cold, depleted, and emotionally tender.
In traditional cultures, this is when women were held, wrapped, warmed, and cared for, not rushed back into productivity. This massage supports that missing layer of care.
This session is ideal for women experiencing
Emptiness or heaviness
A feeling of emptiness, heaviness, or instability in the lower abdomen.
Pelvic pressure
Pelvic pressure, hip or lower back discomfort after birth.
Emotional sensitivity
Overwhelm, emotional sensitivity, or disconnection from the body.
C-section recovery
Support after a C-section, once you have medical clearance.
Digestive tension
Postpartum bloating, sluggish digestion, or abdominal tension.
A need to be closed
A desire to feel closed, contained, and grounded after birth.
What your session includes
Slow, intentional, and adapted to where your body is in its healing. Nothing is forced. Your body leads.
Postpartum intake
A wellness assessment of where you are in your recovery, so the session is built around your timeline.
Womb and abdominal massage
Therapeutic work with warming oils, focused on the uterus and surrounding organs, plus a gentle lower back and hip release.
Supportive uterine alignment
Applied only when appropriate. Deep uterine manipulation is avoided in early postpartum.
Rebozo Manteado
The Closing of the Bones ceremony, a sacred wrapping ritual using rebozos to honor your transition and restore containment in the body.
Herbal abdominal compress
Warming, to encourage circulation and comfort, when indicated.
A postpartum faja to take home
One postpartum faja (girdle) is provided and fitted at the end of the session, along with personalised aftercare guidance.
Eligibility
Who can receive this service
This service is intended for women who are:
- At least 6 to 7 weeks postpartum after a vaginal birth, once bleeding has stopped
- 8 or more weeks postpartum after a C-section, with medical clearance
- Months or even years postpartum and never received postpartum care
- Postpartum after miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy loss
Many women come months or years later saying "I never closed after my birth." It is never too late.
If you are not postpartum, please book the Mayan Womb Massage instead.
Choosing between the two
Which session is right for you?
The two womb massages are not interchangeable. This is how they differ.
Designed for
The postpartum body
Non-postpartum womb care
Timing
6 to 7+ weeks after birth, 8+ weeks after a C-section with clearance
Any time you are not currently postpartum
Focus of the work
Closure, containment and recovery after pregnancy and birth
Uterine alignment, circulation and energetic balance
Technique
Gentle, nurturing, adapted to postpartum healing. Deep uterine manipulation is avoided early postpartum
Deeper abdominal and uterine work when appropriate
Rebozo Manteado
Included, to close and support the pelvis and abdomen
Included, as a grounding and balancing ritual
Postpartum faja
One faja is provided and fitted at the end of the session
Not included
Emphasis
Nervous system support and emotional holding
Womb awareness and body reconnection
Best for
Postpartum discomfort, emotional sensitivity, or feeling open
Menstrual irregularity, digestion, fertility preparation, womb reconnection
Who can receive it
Suitable even months or years postpartum if closure was never received
Women ages 18 to 75 who are not currently postpartum
During pregnancy
Not recommended
Not recommended
If you are postpartum, or feel your body never fully closed after birth, the postpartum session is usually the right one. Contact us if you are unsure.
Benefits may include
Feeling more grounded, supported, and back in your body.
Improved abdominal comfort and digestion.
Emotional release and postpartum integration.
A sense of closure after birth.
Reconnection with your womb after pregnancy.
Feeling held, contained, and deeply nurtured.
Answers to all your questions
How soon after birth can I receive this massage?
For vaginal births, this session is recommended after 6 to 7 weeks postpartum, once bleeding has stopped. For C-section births, we recommend 8 or more weeks postpartum with medical clearance. If you are unsure, we are happy to guide you.
I gave birth months or even years ago. Is this still for me?
Yes. Many women never received proper postpartum care. This session is appropriate months or even years after birth if you feel your body never fully closed or returned to balance.
Can I receive this massage if I am on my period?
We recommend waiting until your period has ended, as the womb is already in a state of release. The massage is most effective when the uterus is not actively shedding.
How is this different from a regular Mayan womb massage?
The postpartum session is slower, gentler, and focused on recovery, warmth, and closure. It prioritises nervous system support and postpartum healing rather than deeper uterine manipulation.
Is this safe after a C-section?
Yes, after sufficient healing and medical clearance. The work is adapted to support the body gently and respectfully, avoiding direct pressure on healing areas.
What if I had a miscarriage or pregnancy loss?
For miscarriage or pregnancy loss, we recommend the Mayan Womb Massage rather than the postpartum session. It allows the body to receive womb-centered support appropriate for that experience.
Does it include herbs or teas?
No. This session does not include herbal remedies, teas, or supplements. It is strictly bodywork. Herbal support is available as a separate consultation.
Can I receive this if I am breastfeeding?
Yes. This session is safe for breastfeeding mothers.
What should I wear or bring?
Wear comfortable clothing. You will be partially undressed for the abdominal work, with proper draping, and the girdle is fitted over clothing at the end. Please bring a pair of socks and a sweater to keep your body warm and supported during and after the session.
What if I am unsure which massage to book?
If you are postpartum, or feel your body never fully closed after birth, this session is usually the best choice. You are also welcome to contact us for guidance.