What’s New
The Effectiveness of Massage in Managing Pelvic Girdle Pain
We conducted an observational study that aimed to assess outcomes of massage as a treatment for pregnant women presenting with pelvic girdle pain. Our findings have now been published in the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork—Volume 16, Number 4, 2023.
Pregnancy Symptoms that Manifest in Limbs
Why are changes and symptoms in the arms and legs in pregnancy a potential precursor to a serious underlying condition that may affect the health of mother and baby? In an article published in the 'Massage & Myotherapy Australia Journal', director Catherine...
Pelvic Girdle Pain Study Findings
We conducted a subgroup analysis of an observational study that aimed to assess outcomes within the group of participants who presented with and without Pelvic Girdle Pain. Our findings have now been published in the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork—Volume 13, Number 2, June 2020. You can read the full paper here.
Learn with us via Online Education
PMA offers you a comprehensive online learning platform. We are offering a range of free and paid courses to suit new Mum's-to-be, partners, therapists and practitioners. We invite you to join our online community where you will able to access online training courses...
Feasibility Study – Pelvic Girdle Pain
Are you experiencing pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain?
We are looking for pregnant women experiencing pelvic girdle pain to participate in a clinical feasibility trial: The effectiveness of massage in treating pregnant women with pelvic girdle pain: a randomised-controlled crossover feasibility study.
Induction Massage – is it a misnomer?
Why is the term ‘induction massage’ applied in childbirth and what does it really mean? Catherine has written an article published in the Journal of the Australian Association of Massage Therapists which looks at clarifying the definition of the process of ‘labour...
Let’s talk Pregnancy Pillow Talk
Let’s talk about massage treatment for a pregnant woman; how and why it is varied from other massage treatments, and how the choice of client lying position and pillow support can gain the optimum benefit during the massage treatment. The side lying position resembles...
Committed to Quality Products
Now is the time to take extra care to ensure that you and your baby are immersed in only the purest products. We believe deeply in the health and wellbeing of mother and baby, so when we create our massage products this belief is what drives our commitment to...
Discover the benefits of Partner Massage for Labour
'Welcoming Ava' - During pregnancy, massage can offer a world of relief! Read the wonderful birth story of Vikki and Andrew here.
Find a registered Practitioner near you
Now you can find a NurtureLife® registered practitioner in your area who offers a comprehensive approach to perinatal care, supporting you through pregnancy, labour and beyond. Go to our 'Find a Registered Practitioner' page to find out more.
Join the NurtureLife® Family
REGISTER as a Practitioner or Clinic now The benefits of joining our NurtureLife® family identifies you as a unique therapist who is a specialist in perinatal care. As a NurtureLife® Registered Practitioner you will discover that your services are in high demand, as...
Gift ideas and our online shop
If you are searching for the perfect gift to give, why not choose from our great range of products and services? Or a gift voucher will please anyone! Visit our online shop to see our great range of pregnancy massage products.