If you have already purchased or received a gift voucher, I will do my best to help you redeem it before I start my break. An online consult can be used to help you with birth preparation, baby's position, or to create a personalised prenatal yoga sequence. Please get in touch to learn more. If you're looking for a beautiful homely setting where you can get to know your therapist and look forward to returning, this service is for you.
My Auchenflower studio is set in the picturesque old shopfront of an air conditioned Queenslander home, with easy parking on a quiet, leafy street. Take your time leaving and go for a quiet walk before driving home. We'll discuss your needs and what you'd like to achieve from your treatment, including any focus areas or health considerations.
My Auchenflower studio is set in the picturesque old shopfront of an air conditioned Queenslander home, with easy parking on a quiet, leafy street. Take your time leaving and go for a quiet walk before driving home. We'll discuss your needs and what you'd like to achieve from your treatment, including any focus areas or health considerations.
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I love all things pregnancy, gentle-birth and women's health, with a special interest in helping women to prepare for childbirth and overcoming hurdles in labour. I'm passionate about autonomy for women and informed choices, and I'm certain that bodywork before and during labour play a very important role in positive birthing outcomes.
Relieve pain and swelling, improve circulation and sleep, reduce stress and share precious peaceful moments with your baby. A specialised pregnancy massage is a chance to deeply relax and connect with your body, your breath, your inner self and your growing baby, whilst caring for your changing body.
Create space for your baby, encourage spontaneous labour and prepare the pelvis to open for an easier birth. Each session includes 20-25 minutes of pelvic balancing techniques (see below) followed by a pregnancy massage including hip and sacral release, with the option to focus on specific acupressure & reflexology points if desired.
A safe & restorative way to aid the post-natal recovery process, relieving aches and pains, improving circulation and encouraging relaxation. Post-natal treatments are suitable for mothers within the first 3 to 4 months of giving birth. We use a side-lying position to accommodate sensitive areas of the body, and specific precautions are taken to ensure optimal safety and benefit.
A balanced blend of nurturing and therapeutic massage incorporating natural, high quality essential oils and beautiful Tibetan singing bowls. Treatments are a fusion of traditional relaxation oil massage with influences of Shiatsu, TCM, Reflexology and Ayurveda. Relieve pain and swelling, improve circulation and sleep, reduce stress and share precious peaceful moments with your baby.
Reviews (13)
Sarrah Hurley
Feb 10, 2021
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Such a wonderful massage experience. Marissa is very professional, knowledgable and caring. Perfect pressure. Somehow knew exactly what my pregnant body needed! I would highly reccomend. My friend gave me a voucher for my first visit (i have since returned)...such a lovely way to feel supported by friends during pregnancy.
Lauren Miceli
Jan 22, 2021
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Roslyn Armstrong
Dec 17, 2020
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Navvii Lingam
Dec 04, 2020
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I was enchanted from the moment I landed on Marissa's site. It felt like exactly what I needed. Her communication was clear from booking till I was on her table. She listened to my needs and catered her massage accordingly. I went in for a relaxation massage and was in complete bliss when I left. I even walked around the block for a bit to bask in the lovely aromas of the oils used :) Marissa was incredibly warm, welcoming and had a wonderful nurturing touch. The use of sound therapy at the end was a great touch! It just brought my energy levels to where they needed to be. Thank you, Marissa! I
Alisha Van Kimmenade
Sep 17, 2020
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I had a sprained ankle and Marissa was really careful around it and helpful propping it up for me which I really appreciated. I had a post natal massage, the pressure was just perfect for the massage, relaxing, but nice and firm on the tight spots. Marissa was super friendly and accommodating, good communication and lovely smelling massage lotion. Would definitely recommend.
Claire Walker
Sep 13, 2020
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I’ve been to Marissa since the birth of my second child, initially for postnatal massages and nowadays for relaxation massages. She is a very skilled masseuse who knows exactly how much pressure I can handle and sessions with her are that perfect mix of therapeutic and relaxation. Furthermore, she is a beautiful soul who I find easy to connect with and she always makes me feel calm and comfortable. HIGHLY recommend her services!
Katerina Grace
Jan 15, 2020
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I saw Marissa during my pregnancy and again six months after child birth. On each occasion Marissa has given me great physical, emotional and spiritual support and comfort. Marissa holds a space for self indulgence which feels near impossible to get as a mum. Her knowledge and compassion for pregnancy, birth and the journey of motherhood is next to none. This will be a place I continue to go to for many years to come. Thank you so much Marissa.
Andrea Elliott
Oct 12, 2019
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I had my first birth preparation massage with Marissa last week and have already booked my next session as I enjoyed it so much! Marissa has such a beautiful, calming energy and possesses a wealth of knowledge. It was the best massage I’ve ever had and the pelvic balancing was great too. I left feeling so refreshed and relaxed. Thank you!
Hannah Bergado
Oct 08, 2019
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Best massage I have ever had, pregnant and before! Lovely little massage studio, Marissa is so gentle and calm (but great pressure in massage!), listened to my information about sore areas, etc. A wonderful experience, have already booked in for my next one, definitely recommend to any pregnant ladies to ease aches and pains.
Iba B.
Aug 07, 2019
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Matilda Schmidt
Jul 17, 2019
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Had the best pregnancy massage with Marissa! After trying 2 other pregnancy massage specialists and being disappointed I was thrilled to have had such a great experience with Marissa. She understands the pregnant body very well. It was a very therapeutic treatment as well as being relaxing. Her space is welcoming and very comfortable as well. Highly recommend!
Mia Forrest
Jul 07, 2019
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Being pregnant and past my "due date" I was seeking a balance between a relaxing massage and some additional acupressure points to assist with tension release. Marissa was tuned into what I needed and I feel great. Marissa is also knowledgeable and sensitive to women's body physiology and birthing/labour assistance and rights, and has a holistic approach to combining her knowledge, experience, and body work. Highly recommend Marissa !
Jen Cauchi
Jun 22, 2019
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