An energising post-natal treatment that’s worth having a baby for.

This 90-minute treatment combines a full body scrub to exfoliate and cleanse, and a luxurious massage with the use of hot poultices to replenish energy.  This is a luxurious treatment which helps to restore and reconnect the mother’s body, mind, and spirit.  It may sound a little ‘new-age’ but the unique blend of rose, wild poppy, sweet almond oil, and geranium will leave even the most tired of new mums feeling like a new person.

Not only is the iLa massage utterly divine and indulgently relaxing, the spa is sophisticatedly designed with an atmosphere to instantly soothe and calm.  Located in the basement of this 5-star hotel, the spa is decked out with luxurious facilities from heat rooms, a sewed bath pool, and relaxation rooms.  We recommend arriving early to make the most of them.

The treatment starts with the scrub that includes rosehip seeds, extracts of geranium, rosehip and lavender, and Himalayan salt crystals.  The scrub works on two levels: the physical exfoliates dead skin cells, brightening the skin, and a subtler level, the scrub cleanses the astral body and strengthens the bio energy fields.  Then, after a shower, your therapist will begin the massage with extract of rose, lavender and rosehip, and argan oil.  The oils used can be varied whether you are breastfeeding or not.

The whole experience was simply blissful.  The scents, the music, the atmosphere….it may be the best £110 you can spend as a new mum.  It’s so good in fact we think it’s worth having a baby for.

The treatment costs £110 for 90 minutes; visit Blythswoodspa.