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Should I get postnatal massage?

4101 moms shared how they navigated this decisionRight on time for 🤰 2nd-trimester

3 approaches by moms

Traditional Jamu60% moms chose this path

Hiring a home-based therapist for traditional binding and womb recovery.

Suits mothers who want traditional Malay postnatal care and abdominal binding for physical recovery. The therapist comes to your home daily for consecutive sessions, which can feel intense but effective.

AM

Aisyah M.. · First-time mom · Baby at 3 months

Booked a 7-day package. The binding was super tight and uncomfortable at first, but my tummy really flattened out faster.

PL

Penny L.. · Experienced mom · Baby at 6 months

Auntie came to my house every morning. The hot stone part was painful but it really helped clear my engorgement and water retention.

Spa Massage20% moms chose this path

Visiting a wellness center for gentle lymphatic drainage and relaxation.

Suits mothers who prefer a luxurious, relaxing environment away from the chaos of home. Sessions focus on relieving muscle tension and reducing water retention without the strict traditional binding.

VC

Valerie C.. · Working mom · Baby at 4 months

I couldn't stand the idea of binding in Singapore's heat, so I went for spa massages instead to just relax my aching back.

NL

Nadine L.. · First-time mom · Baby at 8 months

Bought a package at a mall spa. It was my only me-time away from the baby, though traveling there while recovering was tiring.

Skip Massage10% moms chose this path

Foregoing professional postnatal massages to save money or avoid physical discomfort.

Suits budget-conscious mothers or those who had complicated C-sections and prefer minimal physical contact. Recovery relies on natural healing, light walking, and perhaps a simple modern binder bought online.

JK

Joanne K.. · Experienced mom · Baby at 5 months

Skipped it because my C-section wound was too painful to even touch. I just wore a basic belly band from Shopee and rested.

FM

Farah M.. · First-time mom · Baby at 9 months

Decided to save the thousand dollars for baby stuff instead. My body recovered fine on its own just by breastfeeding and walking around.

Expert guidance

Postnatal massage aids physical recovery by relieving muscle tension and improving blood circulation after childbirth. Thomson Medical notes postpartum massage is generally safe with doctor clearance, while MoneySmart estimates a 5-day treatment costs SGD $300-$500. What matters most is choosing a recovery method that fits your budget and comfort level during the traditional 30 to 44-day confinement period.

Official sources

Thomson Medical Centre

MoneySmart

Parenting decisions are personal, and every child is different. The information shared here includes real experiences from moms and guidance from expert and public sources, but should not replace professional medical or healthcare advice.

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