Prepping you to become a Supermama or should we say Superhero!

Becoming a Supermama is stressful business, both physically and psychologically…It is a perfect time for a girl to check into a spa. Luckily, TRENDZ the salon spa has nine new treatments for pre and post pregnancy. Whether your baby’s in your tummy or in college we can help you get your body back with our new mama mio bodytreatments.

Our Maternity and Post Natal Menu of Services -always, always consult your Doctor or Midwife before booking treatments.

'Mellow Mama' $65.00 - a complete body massage will increase circulation, alleviate tired muscles and reduce water retention. ‘Mellow Mama’ will have you dreaming of baby while you truly relax. (60mins)

'Free Loader' $50.00 - a wonderful back and upperbody massage specially designed to release tensions and muscle fatique.  This treatment focuses on the specific muscles that are responsible for supporting the pregnant tummy.  (40mins)

'Yummy Tummy' $70.00 This is a facial for your tummy, because it's your tummy that needs the attention to maximize skin strength, health and elasticity. Combined with the luxury of an upper back, neck & head massage to ensure it is full-on stress banishing treat. (1hr 15mins)

 

Two strongergency repair spa treatments for Supermamas were created to tone and tighten slack skin, reduce the cellulite spread, remind your bust which direction south is and to help heal any stretch marks caused by the nine month S-T-R-E-T-C-H. Feeling a little lumpy and bumby?

 'Shrink to Fit' $85.00 -will Zap cellulite and improve circulation. (75mins) Why not try our 'Tummy Tone-up'? $85.00 -This post pregnancy treatment is a radically active facial peel for your tummy. The final result is a smoother, tighter tum for mum.(60mins)

'Free Your Mind ' $50.00 -A treatment designed to ease you of the stress, to your skin associated with pregnancy.  A cooling Mama Mio Eye Compress combined with a pulse point Gravida Therapy initiate the relaxation.  A gentle face and head massage will release cranial and jaw tension followed by a deep neck and shoulder massage. (45mins)

'Lighten Up'   $47.00 - Cant see your toes? We can take care of those piggies for you with this warm, fragrent mineral salt Mama Mio foot soak to energize, reduce swelling, and stimulate circulation.  Includes hand, lower leg and pregnancy foot massage. (50mins) 

Our new supermama services are to ease the stress of what becoming a supermama does to your body. Always make sure to speak with your physician before scheduling a service.

'Smoothie' $70.00 - Rejuvinate your skin and clear your mind in preperation for your pending arrival.  Mama Mio Smoothie will exfoliate your skin oh so gently (but effectively) followed by the most moisturising massage to hydrate and elasticise skin.  A luxurious scalp massage will sweep away your stresses, leaving you with skin to rival your body's bottom.  (75mins)

'4th Trimester Healing Hour' $65.00- Up to four months after delivery, your body still behaves as though it is pregnant.  The 4th trimester healing hour is a relaxation top to toe massage to help realign and restore your body as it naturally adapts and returns to being one person again.  This massage uses different techniques and concentrates on the most stressed areas.  This is your healing hour-and you have earned it.  A perfect present from your loved ones or even yourself.  (60mins)

 

PREGNANCY MASSAGE / aka Mellow Mama
Massage during pregnancy can relieve the normal discomforts experienced while pregnant.
During pregnancy, massage is beneficial during the three trimesters.
In the first trimester ( first three months) there are huge hormonal changes as well as the possibility of morning sickness and nausea. Massage given at this time is a general wellness massage, which will help to level out the physiological responses.
The second trimester usually brings a levelling of hormones and you generally feel better. However toward the end of the second trimester the connective tissue begins to soften which can cause abdominal and back discomfort. Massage during this time will promote relief of these discomforts. During the last trimester, the weight of the growing baby, the postural shifts and the movement of internal organs may cause discomfort in which massage can assist.
Fluid accumulation can also occur particularly in the hands, legs and feet. Massage can assist to move fluid away from these areas.All pregnancy massages after the first trimester are performed in the side lying position for your comfort and to promote blood flow to the baby. Pillows are used to support you in a comfortable position.  We require you to speak with your physician before starting any massage routines and during the first trimester we require a letter from the physicians office stating you can recieve first trimester massaging. 


 

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These services are a great gift for mommy and her new life within.

FAQ's about Mama Mio products & services

What should I do if I notice stretch marks on my pregnant belly?
Start using Mama Mio Goodbye Stretch Marks to begin to fade your existing stretch marks (3 times daily, paint it on like finger paint covering each stretch mark. Let it dry for 3 minutes then applying your chosen  Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil or Stretch Mark Butter. We know it is boring to have that many stages – but it is important to heal the existing stretch marks and help prevent any new ones. Both products are completely safe to use whilst pregnant and whilst breastfeeding Although it sounds like a big commitment – it will really help.

I have stretch marks from my first pregnancy. What can I do to help my second pregnancy?
You will need to follow a two step process – the first is use using Mama Mio Goodbye Stretch Marks to begin to fade your existing stretch marks (3 times daily, paint it on like finger paint covering each stretch mark. Let it dry for 3 minutes then applying your chosen Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil or Stretch Mark Butter two times a day. We know it is boring to have that many stages – but it is important to heal the existing stretch marks and help prevent any new ones. Both products are completely safe to use whilst pregnant and whilst breastfeeding. Although, it sounds like a big commitment – it will really help. We have gotten feedback from mama’s that managed to reduce the visibility on their existing stretch marks and avoid any new stretch marks – all this during their second or third pregnancies. So it is a lot of work but what a result!

What about Cocoa Butter products?
Oh dear, are you ready for this? Because, we are extremely opinionated about cocoa butter! Firstly we believe that omega 3, 6 and 9 are the very best ingredients for pregnancy skincare, which is why we use them in such high levels in all Mama Mio products. However we know that other ingredients are also very helpful, Cocoa Butter is one of them. BUT ONLY if you are talking about using a pure cocoa butter you have purchased from a health food store.
If you are talking about using an everyday cocoa butter lotion – we would have to say using an extremely basic hand cream is not fit for task. Think about it – pregnancy is not dry hands; it is a 20 – 30 inch stretch and subsequent shrink that happens extremely quickly. I have seen too many dreadful stretch marks on the bodies of women who have diligently used this, to feel it makes any difference whatsoever. Also we would encourage you to read the ingredients list, parabens, petrolatum and mineral oils. Yuck.
This is one of those old wives tales that really should have evolved with time – all we can figure is that when our grandmothers were pregnant it contained a much higher percentage of pure cocoa butter and of course, there really wasn’t anything else.

Why should I use Tummy Rub instead of other stretch mark creams and oils?
Tummy Rub  is such an amazing product, because the ingredients are so amazing. Not only is it petrolatum-free and paraben-free, it is jam packed with omega 3, 6, and 9. Continual and plentiful use of omega 3, 6 and 9 will nourish the lipid layer of the skin, helping maintain the suppleness and elasticity. Research has clinically proven that omegas help skin elasticity and improve the very integrity of skin cells – helping your skin stretch and recover. During pregnancy and lactation your omega levels will be constantly diminished as your baby absorbs them to use for their own crucial development. Your skin will undergo its biggest challenge when it’s at its weakest point. Therefore, by applying omegas directly onto the skin will fight stretch marks as you grown and maintain elasticity as it shrinks back down. Add to this the beautiful Gravida fragrance from ten pregnancy-specific and pregnancy-safe essential oils (emotional and physical benefits). It also absorbs super quick and isn’t greasy like other brands.

Can I use essential oils when I am pregnant?
Yes, in fact essential oils can provide amazing physical and psychological benefits during pregnancy. Our fragrance; Gravida is a blend of ten pregnancy-specific essential oils that all combine to create a fragrance which offers emotional benefits, physical benefits and it smells wonderful. When you're pregnant everything feels scary and you are nervous about so many things and this does not need to be on your worry list!† Here is the scoop; there are actually less than 20 oils which need to be avoided during pregnancy – we have not used any of these oils. In Gravida each one of the oils has been chosen for its SAFETY and its physical and psychological benefits through out pregnancy. The fragrance is designed to smell wonderful to even the most morning-sick amongst us.

 Can I enjoy spa treatments while I’m pregnant?
There is no one that deserves – and needs! – a day of pampering more than an expectant mother. There’s nothing like a massage to rub away the aches and pains of pregnancy, as well as the stress and strain. Feel free to indulge, our therapists are trained in prenatal massage, they know which oils to avoid and relaxe you in the correct position. Be wary of facial and body treatments such as glycolic peels, as they may be especially irritating to skin made super sensitive by pregnancy hormones. Soaking in a hot tub or using a sauna definitely should not be a part of the treatment plan. Herbal wraps are also out due to the detoxifying nature of these treatments. 

Are there any ingredients I should be avoiding in skincare and cosmetic products during pregnancy and nursing?
As mothers, we take your trust in Mama Mio very seriously. We understand what it is to be pregnant and the tremendous pressures that go with making tiny miracles. We go above and beyond the current safety regulations to ensure your confidence during this magical time of creation. We try and do all the thinking for you, staying ahead with the latest research to keep you safe so you can rest easy.

There are a lot of questionable ingredients used in skincare and we want Mama Mio to be completely free of any of these. Which is why we have created our ‘No Nasties' policy. We want to be sure you feel safe and sound using Mama Mio. We would like you to rest easy knowing that those Mama Mio folk have done all the research for you and keep our products clean and healthy. Our ‘No Nasties' ban is a promise that you will never find any of these in Mama Mio: synthetic fragrance, petrochemicals, sulfate detergents, synthetic colours, sodium laureth sulfate, animal ingredients and parabens. In addition, Mama Mio products do not contain potential irritants including: PPGs, urea, D.E.A, T.E.A, PABA and other synthetic sunscreens, aliphatic alcohols/hydrocarbons, phthalates, fumarates, amines, alkanolamines, synthetic AHAs/BHAs, polyacrylamide, metacrylate, elastomer, poloxamer, styrene, vinyl, polyquaternium, synthetic chelating agents, nylon, nitriles, nitrates, nitrosamine releasers, bromates, fluor, aluminum and alumina.

Here are the three worse cosmetic offenders, which as mothers; we feel you should know about:
Parabens - a common preservative used in beauty products In the past 10 years numerous studies have shown that parabens are estrogenic (they mimic the effects of estrogen in the body) - this can cause a wide variety of problems from male fertility concerns to an increased risk of breast cancer.

Petrolatum - a derivative of petroleum, instinctively it doesn't feel like a good idea to be rubbing petroleum derivatives into your skin. Research confirms this: petrolatum is listed as a probable human carcinogen in the European Union's Dangerous Substances Directive (UNECE 2004).

Sodium Laureth/Lauryl Sulfate - a very effective ‘foaming agent' and is commonly used because it is so inexpensive. It is so common you will find it in most ‘foamy' things such as shampoo, toothpaste, floor soap and car cleaners. Unsurprisingly, it is very drying, a well known skin irritant and displays a significant level of skin absorption. Once it has been absorbed it has been found to act as an estrogen which can cause a wide variety of problems in the body. Mostly we think it wrong to clean your car and clean your body with the same soap - duh!
All Mama Mio products are safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Are all of the ingredients safe?
Yes, our products are completely safe to use during pregnancy. We have kept all of our ingredients as natural as possible, this combined with our exacting safety standards have created a range that is completely safe to use during pregnancy.

How can I protect my boobs during pregnancy and breast feeding? I don't want them to sag after pregnancy.
Enjoy your busty look for now, it's one of the hallmarks of pregnancy. However much you wish your fantastic profile was permanent, it isn't - it's on loan and the rent is high if you don't take care of your skin. Which is why we created Mama Mio Boob Tube. This is the secret for protecting your glorious breasts so they will remain glorious (albeit smaller) after baby moves on to other food sources.
No matter how firm your breasts are now, protect them for the future by wearing a good support bra and maintain moisture and promote elasticity by using a specific omega rich and heavy-duty antioxidant decolletage cream. We recommend the Mama Mio Boob Tube.

Can I use Boob Tube during breastfeeding?
They are completely safe but they dont taste good so,  please avoid the nipple area while breast feeding.