postpartum restoration
restorative care to nourish, replenish and support your healing after birth
your postpartum is a golden opportunity for your health & wellbeing
the weeks and months following birth are a time of profound change. as you care for your baby, it can be easy to overlook the physical, emotional and energetic shifts taking place within your own body.
having support to prioritise your physical and emotional wellbeing, particularly in the golden month after birth, can help you feel held, nourished and supported as you heal, regain balance, and settle into life with your baby.
postpartum restoration sessions offer you a dedicated space, through your fourth trimester and beyond, to slow down, receive support and specialist bodywork to help you reconnect with yourself during this important transition.
birth opens the doorway into motherhood
in the weeks and months after birth, your body continues to heal, adapt and find its new rhythm. during this time, warmth, rest and nurturing touch can play an important role in supporting recovery.
traditional postpartum practices recognise the value of warming therapies, restorative bodywork and compassionate care after birth. each postpartum restoration session offers an opportunity to ease tension, soothe tired muscles, encourage circulation and hormonal balance, whilst holding space for rest and integration.
as you hold your baby through this transition, my sessions offer a space where you, too, can be held.
“i wasn’t expecting to feel so much lighter and grounded afterwards. i felt supported and nurtured… it was a lovely, sensory experience.”
postpartum restoration sessions
my practice is rooted in traditional mizan therapy and abdominal massage, supporting the body through gentle womb-centred care after birth. together with somatic womb therapy, this approach honours the connection between the womb, nervous system and emotional wellbeing, helping to restore balance physically, emotionally and energetically.
foundation session
2 Hours | £150
for new clients • includes full intake & consultation, abdominal massage treatment, and personalised recommendations.
continuity session
60 minutes | £95
focused, responsive support for specific needs, or in-between deeper sessions • suitable for ongoing care or a standalone treatment session • treatment options include; abdominal womb massage, rebozo bodywork, castor oil therapy, pelvic steaming, womb wrapping.
deepening session
90 minutes | £135
additional time to explore, unwind, and deepen the work • includes comprehensive support and an extended bodywork treatment.
while many clients experience the greatest benefits through a series of sessions paced to suit each phase of their postpartum, each session can also be booked as a standalone treatment.
alternatively, you may wish to explore the Fourth Trimester Care Package, designed for ongoing support through a series of intentional postpartum treatment sessions (see details below).
what to expect
your postpartum sessions can include
womb and abdominal massage
lower back and sacral support
rebozo bodywork
castor oil therapy where appropriate
pelvic steaming
womb wrapping
somatic therapy
guided relaxation
aromatherapy oils & floral waters
each session is tailored to your needs and the phase of your postpartum to include an element of restorative bodywork and aligned support.
my intention is to offer you a space to ground, relax & reconnect as you move through your postpartum recovery.
sessions are held at The Old Pumphouse @ Buckland Park Lake, between Dorking & Reigate, Surrey
fourth trimester care package
a nurturing series of postpartum bodywork sessions designed to support your recovery after birth.
this package includes one initial 2 hour session with full treatment and two 1 hour follow-up sessions, offering continued care as your body heals, replenishes and adapts during the fourth trimester.
sessions can be spaced according to your individual needs.
£320
flexible payment options available.
You are experiencing physical tension or discomfort after birth
You are feeling depleted, overwhelmed or disconnected from your body
You are seeking dedicated time for rest and recovery
You would like support through the fourth trimester and beyond
You are navigating a significant transition into motherhood
postpartum restoration can support you if:
benefits of postpartum restoration sessions can include;
physical support
easing tension in the back, shoulders, hips and neck
supporting rest and nervous system regulation
encourages circulation to the pelvic organs to support recovery and balance after birth
gentle support for womb and sacral alignment
creating space for deep relaxation and restoration
bringing warmth to the pelvic bowl to boost vitality after birth
emotional & somatic support
feeling held and cared for during postpartum
reconnecting with your body after birth
supporting emotional wellbeing and integration
slowing down and receiving nourishment
grounding through the transition into parenthood
creating an intentional space to acknowledge how you are feeling and responding within this pivotal life phase
closing the bones
looking for a deeper postpartum ritual?
you may also wish to explore my rebozo ritual & closing ceremony. a nurturing experience designed to support integration, transition and emotional release following birth.
reciprocity;
“the practice of exchange with others for mutual benefit, especially where privilege is granted”
for each of my offerings i make a yearly contribution to relevant charities or organisations to support their work & acknowledge the privilege in the work that i do.
for each session, a percentage will be donated to Tusaiwe Yana, YANA is a non profit organization that focuses on giving education, shelter and medical assistance to children with special needs , teenage mothers and orphans in Malawi.
you can support their work by donating here - tusaiweyana - Link in Bio & Creator Tools | Beacons
common questions
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treatments are held at The Old Pumphouse @ Buckland Park Lake, Park Drive, Buckland RH3 7FE
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postpartum massage can usually be received as soon as you feel ready after birth & that feels different for everyone. this may be in the early weeks or later in your postpartum journey.
if you have had a caesarean birth or any complications, it’s best to ensure you are healing well and feel comfortable receiving bodywork, general advice is to wait 6-8 weeks after caesarean birth.
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yes, postpartum massage can be very supportive after a caesarean birth once initial healing has taken place. gentle, adapted bodywork can help support recovery, release tension and encourage reconnection with the body.
it is generally advised to wait 6-8 weeks after caesarean birth to receive bodywork. if you are unsure, it is always best to check with your gp or midwife.
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each session is tailored to your needs and may include full body massage, womb-centred work, somatic practice, gentle abdominal and sacral massage, and nervous system support.
sessions are deeply restorative and designed to support rest, relaxation and reconnection after birth.
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this will be different for each person, some clients come for a single restorative session, while others choose regular support during their postpartum journey to help with ongoing recovery, rest and nervous system regulation.
if you wish to book a block of treatments, please email me & we can arrange a call to talk through your needs & intentions for support ~ emma@namamama.uk
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during your treatment you will be covered with sheets and blankets at all times to ensure you feel warm, comfortable, and secure throughout the massage.
please dress to your own comfort, for the greatest benefit, it is ideal to remove trousers and remain in your underwear, as this allows easier access to the lower back, hips, and legs. you are very welcome to wear loose fitting trousers or shorts if you prefer, which can be adjusted or lowered as needed.
for your upper body, you may choose to remove clothing or keep on a loose, comfortable top, whatever helps you feel most relaxed and at ease.
in cooler months i encourage warm socks to keep the feet cosy and support a sense of warmth and grounding throughout the treatment.
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babies are very welcome, especially in the early postpartum period and for breastfeeding parents, you are welcome to feed and respond to your baby’s needs during your time with me.
this work is most deeply supportive when you are able to fully rest and receive uninterrupted bodywork, so, where possible, it is recommended to come with a supportive person so your baby can be cared for nearby during the session.
the venue at Buckland Park Lake allows up to 3 hours of parking, and accompanying carers are welcome to enjoy the grounds and café during this time.
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postpartum sessions may be available as home visits depending on location and availability.
if you wish to book a block of treatments as in-home sessions, including a closing the bones ceremony, please email me for further details & timings ~ emma@namamama.uk