Massage Therapy: The WOMB Guelph

The Importance of Prenatal Massage Therapy

Prenatal massage therapy is a soothing and nurturing treatment that offers countless benefits for expectant mothers. By alleviating common pregnancy discomforts such as back pain, swelling, and tension, it helps promote relaxation and well-being. The gentle techniques used in prenatal massage encourage circulation, reduce stress, and support emotional balance, making it a wonderful way to care for both the body and mind during this special time. At our clinic, we prioritize your comfort and safety, ensuring each session leaves you feeling refreshed, supported, and deeply cared for.

From Infant to Adult

At our clinic, we offer expert massage therapy tailored to meet the unique needs of everyone, from infants to adults. Whether you're seeking gentle relaxation for your newborn, relief from growing pains for your child, or stress relief and support during pregnancy, our licensed therapists are trained to provide safe and effective treatments. Massage therapy can enhance circulation, promote relaxation, alleviate muscle tension, and improve overall well-being, making it a valuable tool for all stages of life. For expecting mothers, it can reduce discomfort and improve sleep, while for children and infants, it can help with digestion, sleep patterns, and emotional balance. Whatever your age or stage, our personalized massage therapy treatments offer numerous health benefits for the whole family.

Get to know our massage therapists!

Alexie Reilly

  • Hi, I’m Alexie a Registered Massage Therapist, Fertility Doula, and Certified Pilates Instructor.

    I graduated from Sutherland Chan School and Teaching Clinic in Toronto in 2011, building a strong foundation in therapeutic massage to support overall wellness at every stage of life.

    My approach to care has been deeply shaped by my own fertility journey, including IVF, and my experience with pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.

    After returning to practice following maternity leave, I focused my work on supporting clients through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and surgical recovery with care that is both therapeutic and compassionate.

    I offer a holistic approach that combines hands-on treatment, mindful movement, and individualized support to help you feel more connected to your body and supported through each phase of life.

    I have additional training in Cesarean massage and rehabilitation, as well as MPS Scar Release Therapy. Having experienced a C-section myself, I understand the physical and emotional aspects of recovery and am passionate about helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore function especially when it comes to scar tissue healing.

    I live in Guelph with my husband Tom and our son Liam, and I look forward to supporting you in your care.

Diane Dabideen

  • Hi, I’m Diane Dabideen, and I’m a Registered Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultant and Birth and Postpartum Doula. I’ve personally integrated mind-body wellness into my own life and now offer it as a service to others.

    As a Registered Massage Therapist, I have a deep understanding of the physical body and how to release its tension. As a Yoga Teacher, I meet clients where they are on their path. As an Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultant, I know that we are so much more than our physical bodies, and that everyone’s experience is unique. And, as a Doula I weave all my strengthens of practice into empowering the birther with integrity, inclusivity and holistic practical support.

    Through the lens of Yoga and Ayurveda I create customized treatment offerings that are truly one-of-a-kind.

Megan Horvat

  • Megan graduated from McMaster University in 2013 with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and then continued her education at Sutherland-Chan Massage Therapy School and became a Registered Massage Therapist in 2014.

    Megan continues to bring her passion of helping others and her knowledge of the human anatomy into each treatment to help patients achieve their health and wellness goals. She is comfortable treating patients of all ages, including infants and will customize her treatment, pressure and techniques based on each individual. Throughout her years of practice, Megan has gained extensive experience working with women throughout their pregnancy and into their postpartum journey. Megan is a mom of two young kids and understands the utmost importance of taking care of one’s own body.

    Megan also has experience in deep tissue massages, treatments for headaches/migraines and overall chronic tension. She is ready to help her patients decrease their pain, reduce stress and achieve an overall sense of relaxation.

Jules Kolacsai

  • Jules is a Registered Massage Therapist and a Birth & Postpartum Doula, who is passionate about supporting clients through their pregnancy, birth and postpartum journeys. She strongly believes in client-centred, trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches to treatment and strives to create an atmosphere that feels safe, calm and non-judgmental for all people seeking her care.

    In her practice she uses a combination of Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy and Breathwork techniques to help her clients achieve their goals and feel their best. She has a special interest in client education as it relates to birth preparation, postpartum recovery and infant massage, so if you’re in need of guidance about what you can do at home to help you and your baby feel better through all the different stages, Jules is here to support you!

    When she’s not working you can find her spending time with her family and friends, taking care of her 50+ houseplants or listening to music. She looks forward to meeting you and having a playlist or two in common!