High quality osteopathy and massage for the LGBTQIA+ community
Safe, respectful healthcare for everyone However you identify…..more than alright. At Top Notch Bodyworks, we are committed to addressing the unique concerns of the LGBTQIA+ community within Auckland, New Zealand. We are strong advocates for anyone within the LGBTQIA+ community being able to access quality healthcare services without discrimination and prejudice . As such, we […]
Giving birth during Level 4
You. Are. In. Safe. Hands. Remember that the midwives and medical team are there for you and your baby. Sounds so obvious, right? But under stress, and these strange conditions, we often fear the unknown. It’s an especially important message this week, but I’ve spoken to a number of my clients who have experienced giving […]
Why are squats good during pregnancy?
Squats are something you can do to help prepare for labour and the extra pressure your body is under during pregnancy. So we’re big advocates for squats around here. CervixSquats put pressure on your cervix, helping to build up strength, resilience and ease of dilation during the different phases of labour. Sensory MessagesBelieve it or […]
The correct way to do pelvic floor exercises for men and women.
Everyone talks about strengthening your pelvic floor or doing your kegel exercises. But do you know what that means and how to do it? For a quick explanation, you can think of your pelvic floor area from where you pee to your anus, like a banana. Exercising the pelvic floor contracts the area where you […]
Learn how exercise can help you during your pregnancy
Massage during and after pregnancy is quite popular with us at Top Notch Massage Bodyworks, which is why we love to include due to the growing evidence towards the mental and physical rewards it provides. Is movement important during pregnancy?At Top Notch, we do advocate remaining active during pregnancy and we love to come up with […]
Is Pregnancy Massage safe?
The answer is absolutely 100%. Booking in for a pregnancy massage is a very sensible option for pain relief and relaxation throughout the whole journey of your pregnancy. Now you may have seen or been told that the first trimester is not a good time to get one however that myth has slowly drifted off into the sunset […]
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
A lot of people ask what is pregnancy massage and how is it different from a regular massage. The most difficult thing about this question is where we should start! Pregnancy has many physiological and psychological changes which a women will journey through. The physical changes can cause stress and or discomfort to the mother, […]