Our Treatments explained
At Gentle Birth Method, we believe that understanding your care is an essential part of your journey. This page offers a clear overview of the hands-on treatments we offer, so you can feel confident and informed before your appointment. Whether you're new to holistic pregnancy care or simply curious, this guide will walk you through our signature therapies, their benefits, and what to expect during your visit.
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GBM Pregnancy Massage Using Creative Healing
Creative Healing is a specialised hands-on massage technique using virgin olive oil. It aims to restore function to a disturbed part of the body and to optimise the body’s functions. Thereby, it aids mothers to have an enjoyable pregnancy and a gentle birth.
Click below to find out more about Creative Healing and the specific treatments.
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Pregnancy Reflexology
Reflexology is a deeply restorative treatment that involves gentle massage and pressure techniques applied to specific areas of the feet. These reflex points correspond to various organs, glands, and systems in the body, creating a mirror of your overall health and wellbeing. By stimulating these reflex zones, a skilled practitioner can help restore balance and function to the associated areas, enhancing the body’s natural healing processes.
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Bowen Technique
The Bowen Technique is a wonderfully gentle yet powerful therapy that can help address a wide range of issues. It's deeply relaxing and non-invasive, making it not just a treatment, but a treat to receive.
Developed in the 1950s by Tom Bowen in Australia, this technique has only more recently been introduced in the UK.
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36 Week Pelvic Assessment & Birth Preparation
This appointment combines a Creative Healing treatment with a focused pelvic assessment to support your body’s natural preparation for birth. We check pelvic joint mobility, tissue tone, tailbone movement, hip range, lower back muscles and spinal ligament elasticity.
The session also includes pelvic release techniques, sciatic nerve work, sacro iliac mobilisation, Bowen moves and guidance on Ayurvedic oils. Vaginal self‑stretching or EPI NO can be demonstrated if requested.
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Closing Cermony
The Gentle Birth Method (GBM) Closing Ceremony is a sacred postnatal ritual designed to honour and support the mother’s physical, emotional, and energetic transition after childbirth.
Rooted in ancient traditions and adapted by Dr Gowri Motha, this treatment marks the closing of the body, womb, and spirit following pregnancy and birth. value, length of service, and why it’s unique.