The Nest is a pregnancy, postpartum, and infant focused massage therapy practice in Nelson, B.C
At the Nest, in addition to pregnancy & postpartum registered massage therapy, we also offer specific manual therapy care for complex post-surgical conditions, women’s health conditions, and care for trans and gender-diverse folks.
These offerings include care after a mastectomy, reconstructive surgery, cesarean scar massage, abdominal surgeries, and more.
What We Offer at The Nest
Pregnancy + Postpartum Massage
The Clinic in Nelson BC
We are located in Apple Tree Maternity Clinic in Nelson, BC On the unceded territory of the Sinixt, Syilx & Ktunaxa.
Photo by Jamie Perchie
Meet the Team at The Nest
Carlie Hickson, RMT
The Nest is a pregnancy & postpartum registered massage therapy in Nelson BC that focuses on maternity massage, infant & children’s massage, and more.
Carlie is a Registered Massage Therapist and owner of The Nest Registered Massage Therapy practice. She was born and raised in Nelson BC and couldn’t be happier to have established her practice in this community.
Carlie’s treatments incorporate a variety of modalities including myofascial release, scar tissue and post-surgical treatment, lymphatic drainage, cranial sacral therapy, and therapeutic exercise. She has a passion for working with individuals during pregnancy and continuing care during the postpartum period for both parents and infants.
The Nest Blog
Massage During your Pregnancy
Support Your Pregnancy with Compression Therapy
Courses & Workshops
Harmony in Motion: Specialized Baby Massage Protocols
Embark on a journey into the world of specialized baby massage protocols designed to create harmony and serenity for your […]
Bonding Bliss: Nurturing Baby Massage Techniques
Discover the profound power of touch and connection in this course dedicated to nurturing your little one through massage. Dive […]
Nurturing Wellness: The Art of Postpartum Massage
Delve into the artistry and healing touch of postpartum massage in this comprehensive course. Learn specialized techniques designed to support […]