Prenatal, Postpartum, and Therapeutic Massage in Grand Rapids, MI

Crescent Moon Prenatal & Therapeutic Massage

Helping women find a healing path into motherhood.

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Increasing Comfort. Decreasing Fear. One Mother at a Time.


Whether you’re early in pregnancy, nearing birth, or healing after delivery, your body deserves support. Our specialized training in prenatal and postpartum massage helps ease pain, calm stress, and improve sleep. We also have therapeutic specialties, such as cupping, gua sha, TMJ relief, and deep tissue massage.


Explore the services below and choose what feels right today. 


Pregnancy Massage Questions

Unsure if prenatal massage is right for you? Read through our most asked questions.

  • Is it safe for women to get a massage during pregnancy?

    Absolutely! There are numerous research studies showing massage therapy can be done during all trimesters of your pregnancy. It won’t cause early labor or hurt your baby, though. It will reduce swelling, improve blood circulation, and ease back pain.

  • Is massage safe during the first trimester?

    Absolutely, yes! Massage therapy is safe at any stage of pregnancy and that includes the first trimester. It is an old myth that massage should be avoided during this time. I do recommend being treated by a therapist who has extra training and experience in pregnancy massage.

  • I can’t lay down comfortably, how can I get a prenatal massage?

    We use a specialized body cushion system that allows you to lay face down at any point in your pregnancy. As your baby grows, so does the support system. It provides a comfortable brace for your hips, glutes, and ligaments.

  • How will I be positioned during my treatment if pregnant?

    There are two options for positions after the first trimester. We can do either side-lying or prone (lying face down) with the support of a specialized body cushion system. Both of the options are safe.  The goal is to always make sure you are comfortable. 

  • Will a foot massage while pregnant cause me to go into labor?

    No, this is a common myth regarding prenatal massage.  You can absolutely have a foot rub while pregnant. In fact, I highly recommend it!

  • How soon can I come for a postpartum massage?

    You can come 24 hours after having baby.

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Transparent and Simple Massage Pricing


Gratuity is always included in the price listed. Free add-ons like cupping and gua sha are optional.

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60 Minutes

$120

75 Minutes

$135

90 Minutes

$150

ABOUT COURTNEY

Courtney Downs, LMT, has a passion for bringing excellent care to prenatal and postpartum women. 


As a mother of three herself, she understands the fears, anxieties, and discomfort being pregnant can have on your body.


She earned her Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy at the Myotherapy Institute in Lincoln (2017) and also holds a Bachelor of Science degree (2008) in Early Education and Human Services with an emphasis on Child Development. 


Courtney has completed a variety of prenatal training courses, including:


  • Nurturing the Mother® Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage (2019)
  • Maternity Massage Specialist (2020)
  • Advanced Lymph Drainage for Surgical Procedures (2021)
  • La Matriz scar tissue massage (2022)


She also holds certification in Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy (2018), Ashi-Thai (2020), Buccal Face Massage (2024), and is proficient in Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, and therapeutic cupping. Courtney opened Crescent Moon Massage in 2019 in Lincoln, Nebraska, and moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 2025.

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