Our maternal health services nurture the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of expectant mothers throughout their pregnancy journey.
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The Graf Center for Integrative Medicine offers many classes and events that are affordable and open to all.
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Graf Center Services by Appointment for New and Expecting Mothers
Make an appointment with one of our licensed massage therapists and experience the powerful benefits of massage for pre/postnatal care. Our massage services include:
Pre/Postnatal Massage Therapy
Provided in the privacy of your hospital room, pre/postnatal massages focus on the special needs of pregnant women and new mothers. Massage helps the body prepare for and cope with the special demands of pregnancy. Fee: $45 for a 30-minute session in your hospital room. Also available in the comfort of the Graf Center for Integrative Medicine.
Prenatal Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Manual lymphatic drainage:
- Helps keeps the immune system functioning optimally
- Reduces edema and fluid retention
- Relieves constipation
- Can prevent and reduce stretch marks.
Recommended only beginning in the second trimester, after morning sickness has subsided. Doctor clearance necessary. Fee: $50 for a 30-minute session in your hospital room or the Graf Center for Integrative Medicine.
Postnatal Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
After you have a baby, manual lymphatic drainage massage can:
- Assist with weight reduction from fluid buildup
- Improve healing time from natural and C-section deliveries
- Minimize scarring from C-section
- Increase milk production.
The touch and moves are very light to encourage movement for quicker healing, recovery and fluid movement. Doctor clearance necessary. Fee: $50 for a 30-minute session.
Graf Center Classes for New and Expecting Mothers
See the Graf Center calendar of events and classes for more information about our group classes for new and expecting mothers. We offer two classes:
Prenatal Meditation and Yoga
In these prenatal meditation and yoga classes, we focus on the breath and use postures suitable for beginners as well as versed practitioners. Practice is centered on connecting to your baby, as well as yourself, in order to prepare for labor and birth. We use various meditation techniques to lower stress and anxiety.