Schöne Mama is an award-winning postpartum recovery and health centre that combines traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) knowledge with advanced technology and research to provide customised services for postnatal mums. These include holistic health assessments, counselling, guidance, and various treatments.

Schöne Mama in Singapore is the brand’s first overseas foray outside of China, where it has picked up multiple awards.

While it first started out as a place for mummies to recuperate postpartum, the centre now provides services for women at other stages of their lives, such as those looking to improve general health and others who may still be experiencing sore joints and back from childbirth years ago.

Mummies in need of TLC have founder Veronica Ni to thank for availing the much needed therapies offered at Schöne Mama. After the birth of her first child, Veronica found herself in extreme discomfort due to mastitis (infection of the breasts) and clogged ducts due to oversupply of milk. She could not find a therapeutic centre in Singapore to help her alleviate the problem at the time.

The pain eventually led to postnatal depression, which drove her to take a break in Shanghai. That was where she discovered Schöne Mama and its suite of postpartum recovery treatments — she tried one and ended up returning every day for an entire month.

But it’s not just Veronica who was impressed. Schöne Mama has served over 2.35 million women worldwide in more than 500 outlets. Plus, their huge R&D team (of over 200 pros) continually develop, formulate and produce exclusive products and proprietary protocols for the centres.

Must-try treatments

Schöne Mama is not your typical spa, so don’t expect to drift off to dreamland. Some treatments may be uncomfortable — imagine a really firm tuina session — but clients walk out feeling a lot better, says Veronica.

There are, however, many little touches that can help put you at ease, says our reviewer who appreciated the centre’s spotlessness, soothing ambience, fluffy towels and the staff’s professionalism.

Also, treatments are customised with Schöne Mama’s tech-enabled “A6 body analysis” and consultation so the therapy you receive is right for your physical condition. For instance, on top of just having a lactation massage, a mother facing low milk supply may also be recommended a qi-boosting treatment like the Spleen and Blood Therapy to further improve her health and milk flow.

While Schöne Mama offers a wide variety of therapies ranging from qi replenishment and breast beautification to facials, here are some signature services to keep on your radar:

This is not just great for postnatal weight loss; it is for anyone who struggles with stubborn fat. The therapist uses massage techniques to help break down large fat molecules and accelerate metabolism. The treatment even has the added perk of improving skin elasticity and improving blood circulation.

Mummies who wish to correct enlarged hips six months after childbirth will find this treatment helpful. It combines TCM massage with bionic frequency waves to manage pelvic dislocation, muscle tendon recovery, incontinence, weakness in the lower limbs and more.

This is especially relevant for breastfeeding mums looking to increase milk supply, clear blocked ducts and relieve breast engorgement. The treatment works by using acupoint massage techniques to stimulate the secretion of prolactin, the hormone that helps the body produce breast milk.

If sallow skin and fatigue are getting you down, this postpartum recovery treatment might just be the solution. Using a combination of an herbal massage and steam bath, this spleen-fortifying therapy is said to enhance digestion and movement of food through the spleen and stomach. This helps promote production of qi and improve absorption of nutrients so your body returns to its optimum state.

Schöne Mama is at #01-06/07, Rochester Mall, tel: 6659 0700/9823 6699; #05-20 Ngee Ann City Tower B, tel: 6904 5448/9613 5883; and #02-116/117/118 Singapore Post Centre, tel: 6513 0777/9677 7494. Visit schonemama.com.sg for more information.

A Schöne Mama special brought to you by The Singapore Women’s Weekly.