"I highly recommend this book for massage students, practicing massage therapists, doulas, midwives, partners and anyone interested in supporting pregnant people. After all, if peace on earth begins with birth, what better way to facilitate this?"

Andrea Diamond MSN, CNM, LMT

"Pregnancy massage is rife with well-meaning but inaccurate myths. This text, beautifully written and produced, dispels those myths with evidence-based practices for this important group of clients."

Ruth Werner Author, A Massage Therapist's Guide To Pathology

"An empowering text that brings proper focus to stress management and therapeutic touch, not only for the immediate benefit to the pregnant mother but for transgenerational health and resilience in her child and in her grandchildren yet to come; an integral part of every optimized pregnancy."

Leslie Stone MD

"This book is a remarkable guide for how to use touch throughout pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period. Many professionals could benefit from its insights and skills as they touch those in their care. The co-authors, Carole, Michele and David, are top authorities in the field. They teach and model the skills and compassionate understanding needed for safe and effective work. Let them guide you as you discover the joy and satisfaction of providing pre- and perinatal massage during this unforgettable time of life."

Penny Simkin PT, CD (DONA), co-founder of DONA International, author of many books including The Birth Partner: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dad, Partners, Doulas and Other Labor Companions and The Labor Progress Handbook

‘An absolute delight! Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy is a gem of a book. The authors have managed to coalesce many years of clinical experience and research findings into a delightfully readable manuscript.
Warning, readers: you, too, may lose sleep when you can’t put it down! The layout is thoughtfully designed and the content excellent – all done with a sense of wonder and passion that is heart-warming and engaging. This is an important contribution to the field of massage therapy.’ 

Douglas Nelson LMT, BCTMB, Past President, Massage Therapy Foundation

"Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy possesses my three essential qualities of an educational text: it is imminently readable, effortless to navigate, and possesses an experienced and compassionate voice. Students and practitioners will be in very good hands with this book at their side."

Andrew Biel, LMT, author of Trail Guide to the Body

"An excellent guide - both comprehensive and accessible - is brimming with practical tips, extensive experience and serious science. The book goes far beyond simple anecdotes, offering logical order, deep engagement with the research, and practical illustrations. I recommend this book most highly to both students and practitioners."

Daniel J. Bressler MD, FACP

"The anatomy, physiology, patient-based information and functional approach, together with the overwhelming evidence about the importance of touch - from a cellular perspective to an emotional perspective, makes this book imperative for those studying pre- and perinatal health."

Gail Wetzler PT, DPT, EDO, BI-D

"This book has everything. Precise guidelines. Wise advice. Sensible, effective hands-on approaches. And a huge heart."

Tracy Walton MS, LMT