Meet Ellie: Supporting comfort and recovery with pregnancy massage at Yorkshire Baby Scan
At Yorkshire Baby Scan, we’re proud to have an incredible team who help our clients feel supported and cared for even beyond their scan appointments. One of those people is Ellie, our warm and highly skilled sports massage therapist, who works with clients for both Yorkshire Baby Scan and Yorkshire Sports Medicine.
Ellie sees a wide range of clients and is qualified in pregnancy and postnatal massage which is available from the second trimester. Her calm, reassuring approach makes her a trusted choice for anyone seeking comfort and recovery through pregnancy, early motherhood, or everyday life.
A lifelong love of movement
“I’ve always been very active. I danced my whole childhood, I played netball. I’ve seen various sports therapists and physiotherapists along the years and I knew I wanted to be in that industry of helping people. Massage therapy was the way to go!”
Ellie’s own experience as an active person helped shape her understanding of how the body moves, adapts and sometimes struggles. Her interest in helping others recover and stay active naturally led her into massage therapy, where she combines skill with empathy in every session.
The best part of the job
“The thing I probably love the most about working here is just interacting with people from all different walks of life. You get people from all different backgrounds, hearing their stories and obviously helping them along the way. That’s a great thing.”
Ellie’s sessions aren’t just about physical recovery. They’re about connection, listening, and creating a calm space where people can feel comfortable and cared for.
Why YSM is special
“I think what makes YSM so different and so unique is how everything is just under one roof. If I see a client and they need physio, I don’t have to send them elsewhere, I can say, ‘this is who I recommend’ and they’re just next door. It’s just great having everything under one roof. I think that’s what makes us really special and different from other clinics.”
For clients at Yorkshire Baby Scan, this close connection means that ongoing care, including pregnancy or postnatal massage, can be easily accessed in one trusted space.
Supporting pregnancy and postnatal clients
“I see a lot of different people. I really love working with postnatal clients. I do pregnancy massage, which is something that I’m really interested in.”
Ellie’s interest in supporting women during and after pregnancy fits perfectly with the care and wellbeing focus at YBS. Her treatments are tailored to the needs of each person, helping relieve tension, ease discomfort, and promote relaxation during such an important time.
Specialist skills
“I qualified in dry needling over a year ago now. I really enjoy doing dry needling. A lot of my clients really find it super beneficial as well.”
Ellie continues to build her skills and knowledge, bringing the best possible techniques to her clients. Dry needling is a treatment technique used to help release tight or painful muscles. It involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific trigger points within the muscle to relieve tension, improve blood flow, and reduce pain. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is rooted in modern anatomy and physiology. It’s often used alongside massage or physiotherapy to help restore movement, ease discomfort, and support faster recovery.
Massage is for everyone
“One thing I wish that people did know about sports massage is that you don’t have to be active to have a sports massage. Anyone can have a sports massage. It doesn’t matter if you’re bound to the desk from 9 to 5. In fact, they’re probably my number one type of clients, those who are suffering with their posture and with their backs. You don’t have to be active.” It is a common misconception that Ellie joked “I wish they changed the name!”
Ellie’s message is clear: you don’t need to be sporty to benefit from massage. Her clients include people of all ages, activity levels, and lifestyles, all looking to move and feel better.
A reassuring approach
“If someone walked into the clinic and they were really nervous, I would really try to reassure them. We’ll always go at the pace you want to go within the massage. And just to keep talking to me, I’ll keep talking to you. Don’t be nervous!”
Ellie’s warmth and empathy help clients feel at ease right from the start. She takes time to talk through everything, ensuring every session feels safe, respectful, and comfortable.
Beyond the clinic
“I spend my time teaching Pilates and when I’m not teaching classes, I’m doing classes! So a lot of it is Pilates. Apart from that, I love hanging out with friends. I love visiting new places. I love going on holiday.”
And her fun fact? “Believe it or not, I am incredible at cartwheels. So if you ever see me cartwheel, you’re in for a treat.”
Looking ahead
“So my goal for the future is just to keep developing. Keep doing lots of different training courses. I always want to keep learning. Doing things like that really excites me.”
Book a pregnancy or postnatal massage in York
If you’re expecting a baby or recovering after birth, a pregnancy or postnatal massage with Ellie can help you feel more comfortable, relaxed, and supported.
You can book online or call directly through the link below:
