Haputanga

Traditional māori pregnancy massage

A gentle pregnancy massage to help you and your pēpi feel more comfortable, relaxed and connected.

One of the things I love the about traditional Māori pregnancy massage is that we massage the puku (belly), which can be a really magical experience. My clients always express how much they love it!

I have a special pregnancy massage table that has a pop out space for your puku, so that you can have the comforts of laying face down while feeling supported during our session.

We massage māmā and pēpi from three months until full term.

Benefits of a traditional māori pregnancy massage:

  • Can help relieve muscle tension in body

  • Can help relieve back pain

  • Can help relieve bladder and organ discomfort

  • Increases circulation and makes more room for baby to grow as it aids the flow of amniotic fluid surrounding pēpi in the womb.

  • Relaxing and soothing for you and pēpi

  • A time for you to connect inward and slow down

1 hour session — $80 exchange

Please contact me to make a booking at mererina.dunn@gmail.com

*Note that all of my offerings have payment plan options available.

  • “Mererina's haputanga sessions are absolutely divine! From the moment you walk in the door she welcomes you with open arms into a safe and nurturing space. She has such a kind and gentle nature about her which makes you feel at ease going into the session. I am currently 29 weeks pregnant with a busy toddler at home and have been seeing her on a fortnightly basis. Her beautiful way with touch allows you to walk away feeling like a new person, re-charged and at peace. I cannot recommend Mererina highly enough, her sessions are exactly what every hapu mama needs in their life. Thank you Mererina for sharing this beautiful offering with me you are truely gifted.”

    - Carina