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Top 5 Places for Boston Prenatal Massage

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If you’re searching for a great Boston prenatal massage, you’re not alone. Pregnancy asks a lot of your body, and having a place where you can truly relax, breathe, and be taken care of makes a real difference.

Instead of endlessly scrolling and guessing, I’ve rounded up trusted local spots where expecting moms can unwind and feel supported. These are places known for thoughtful care, calming environments, and experienced providers who understand pregnancy.

As you get ready to welcome your baby, taking care of yourself matters too. A Boston prenatal massage can help you slow down and recharge during a season that moves faster than you expect. And while you’re planning ways to support your body and mind, this is also a beautiful time to document. Maternity portraits give you something lasting from a chapter that can feel like a blur. If that’s been on your heart, I’d love to support you. Learn more about Boston maternity sessions here.

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boston prenatal massage is a great way to wind down after maternity photoshoot

Why Prenatal Massage Is Worth It

Pregnancy can be beautiful and exciting, but it can also be physically demanding in ways no one fully explains ahead of time. Your body is working around the clock, your sleep changes, and even simple things like sitting or walking can start to feel different. Prenatal massage is not a luxury add on. For many moms, it is one of the most helpful tools for real relief.

A great Boston prenatal massage can help ease muscle tension, reduce swelling, support better sleep, and give your nervous system a chance to settle. Just as important, it gives you dedicated time to slow down and be cared for. That alone can be incredibly grounding during a season that feels full and fast moving.

Think of it as support, not indulgence. You’re doing big work right now, and your body deserves thoughtful care along the way.

Top 5 Places for Boston Prenatal Massage

Looking for a Boston prenatal massage? Here are a few top rated, pregnancy focused spas in and around the city that moms consistently love and trust.

Important note: Please consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new wellness regimen, including Boston prenatal massage, to ensure that it’s safe and appropriate for your individual needs and circumstances.

Bella Sante Day Spa & Med Spa

Locations in Boston, Wellesley and Lexington

Bella Sante’s prenatal massage was designed specifically for women who are experiencing some of the typical discomforts associated with pregnancy. This treatment uses gentle massage techniques to assist in releasing lower back pain, reduce water retention, and increase circulation. It is a beneficial and nurturing treatment for both you and your baby.

The results? Reduced pain and muscle tensions, reduced water retention, and increased circulation. Book your Boston prenatal massage Tuesday-Friday for a discounted rate!

For more information, visit Bella Sante Spa.

Be Well Boston

437 Boylston Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02116

Be Well Boston focuses on the relaxing and therapeutic form of massage therapy which incorporates techniques associated with deep tissue massage. Using a proper cushioning system allows expecting mamas to lie safely on the table and receive massage therapy in complete comfort.

It’s important to seek a certified massage therapist for this treatment, and all of the therapists at Be Well Boston who provide Boston prenatal massage have their certifications.

For more information, visit Be Well Boston.

Balans Organic Spa

216 Newbury Street, 1st Floor, Boston, MA 02116

Balans Organic Spa provides massages in a serene and sacred atmosphere with organic oils for additional health benefits. They use cold pressed and unscented organic massage oil made from Sunflower, Rapeseed, Shea butter and Jojoba. Their Boston prenatal massages are customized to meet the needs of every expecting mother and safe to receive during each trimester.

Before coming in for any treatments Balans recommend getting clearance and approval by your healthcare physician. With a wellness studio and lifestyle retreats, Balans Organic Spa is worth checking out!

For more information, visit Balans Organic Spa.

Toscana Day Spa

231 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116

Toscana is a full-service Spa and Salon featuring a selective and talented team who transform clients by understanding their needs. Owner and bio-chemist Doina Mandrila received training in Europe and has been in the industry for over three decades.

Toscana combines pure and natural ingredients with the latest scientific knowledge to encourage your skin to look and feel its absolute best. Modern investigation and research have shown that prenatal massage therapy can be an instrumental ingredient in women’s prenatal care.

For more information on services, visit Toscana Day Spa

Exhale Battery Wharf

Two Battery Wharf, Boston, MA 02109

Situated within the Battery Wharf Hotel, this Boston flagship location is a destination for wellbeing on the waterfront. Guests enjoy views of the water from several of the light-filled spa therapy rooms while experiencing results-driven massages, facials and more.

Exhale’s signature “Mommy To Be” massage is designed specifically for women in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, this deeply soothing therapy works to improve circulation, reduce swelling in hands and feet, and release tension in the lower back, neck, and shoulders. (Note: exhale does not perform massages in the 1st trimester of pregnancy.)

For more information on services, visit Exhale Battery Wharf.

Pregnant woman walking along the Boston waterfront at sunset, often chosen by clients booking Boston prenatal massage and maternity photography.
close up image of woman's baby bump and hands showcasing importance of boston prenatal massage

A Small Reset Can Go a Long Way

You don’t need a full spa day (…or maybe that’s exactly what you need 😉) or a perfect self care routine. Sometimes one appointment on the calendar is enough to help your body relax and your nervous system settle. Boston prenatal massage is a simple, practical way to give yourself that reset.

Important note: Please consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new wellness regimen, including Boston prenatal massage, to ensure that it’s safe and appropriate for your individual needs and circumstances.

Shopping For Maternity Clothes

Finding maternity clothes that feel good, fit well, and photograph beautifully can be harder than it sounds. Between appointments, planning, and trying to rest, your plate is full. If you’re already booking Boston prenatal massage and prioritizing self care, let’s make outfit planning easy too.

So I’ve pulled together my favorite maternity pieces and outfit ideas in one place. Browse and shop everything below:

Maternity Jeans

Loungewear

Casual Looks

Dresses

Delivery/Postpartum Care

Finding A Boston Maternity Photographer

After your Boston prenatal massage, you might feel a little more rested, a little more grounded, and a little more like yourself again. Pregnancy can be beautiful, but it can also be exhausting and overwhelming. A maternity photography session gives you space to slow down, feel supported, and create honest, connection-filled images you and your child will treasure for years.

I’m all about organic, connection-filled portraits and a truly full-service experience. You’re not left to figure things out alone. I help with wardrobe, planning, and artwork design after your gallery is ready. Whether you’re envisioning outdoors, in-home, or studio, I guide you through each step so it feels easy.

Pregnancy is a season that moves quickly. Planning your session early gives you one less thing to manage later and ensures this chapter is documented in a way that feels true to you.

If you’re looking for a Boston maternity photographer and want a calm, personal, well-guided experience, I’d love to connect and see if we’re a good fit. Get in touch here.

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Molly Katherine is a Boston Newborn and Family Photographer offering organic, connection-filled portraits and a refined, full-service experience. From a beautifully curated wardrobe to a light-filled studio space and complimentary artwork design, Molly delivers it all with exceptional client experience in mind. Molly Katherine Photography serves Boston, MA and the surrounding metro areas including Brookline, Newton, Natick, Weston, Wellesley, Sherborn, Hopkinton, Westborough, Grafton and Shrewsbury as well as Middlesex and Worcester county.

I’d love to connect and share more about my process with you! To reserve your 2026 maternity, newborn or family portraits, visit Molly Katherine Photography or send an email to mollykatherinephotography@gmail.com.

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As a Boston photographer of newborns and families, nothing makes me happier than preserving memories for my clients. My journey into motherhood was anything but ordinary. We found out we were having identical twins (a huge surprise!) and a few weeks later, the world shut down. It was 2020 and my pregnancy, labor + delivery experience, and postpartum journey were nothing like I expected.

It was a challenging season, filled with anxiety and isolation, and looking back, I have almost no photographs from that time. I know how overwhelming those early days can be, and I want to give other moms what I wish I had—beautiful, tangible memories, without any of the stress.


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Molly Katherine is a Boston Newborn and Family Photographer offering organic, connection-filled portraits and a refined, full-service experience.

From a beautifully curated wardrobe to a light-filled studio space and custom artwork design, Molly Katherine Photography delivers it all with exceptional client experience in mind.

Serving Boston, MA and the surrounding metro areas including Brookline, Newton, Natick, Weston, Wellesley, Sherborn, Hopkinton, Westborough, Grafton and Shrewsbury as well as Middlesex and Worcester county.

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