Is it safe?
Massage
Is massage safe during pregnancy?
United Kingdom · NHS
Generally safeConsidered fine in a normal, healthy pregnancy.
Massage is generally fine; tell your therapist you're pregnant so they can position you comfortably. Some avoid it in the first 12 weeks as a precaution.
Source: NHSLast reviewed 1 February 2025
United States · FDA, CDC & ACOG
Generally safeConsidered fine in a normal, healthy pregnancy.
Prenatal massage by a trained therapist is generally safe; let them know you're pregnant so they can adjust positioning.
Source: ACOGLast reviewed 15 January 2025