Pregnancy floats: Why they're great during pregnancy

There are few things that sound better during pregnancy than the promise of feeling weightless.

A float delivers exactly that. You step into warm, magnesium-rich water, lie back and let buoyancy take over. Your body is fully supported, the sensation of weight disappears and everything gets very, very quiet.

No effort required.

Why floating feels so good during pregnancy

As your body changes, the extra weight and shift in your centre of gravity can place more demand on your back, hips, legs and joints. Floating offers a rare opportunity to take that physical load away.

The buoyancy of the water supports your entire body, allowing tired muscles to relax and giving your bump the feeling of being almost weightless.

For an hour, there is nothing to hold up and nowhere you need to be.

A moment of complete calm

The benefits of a pregnancy float go beyond the physical.

Float environments are intentionally quiet and free from distraction, creating space to slow down and properly switch off. With your body supported and the outside world temporarily on mute, it becomes easier to settle into a deeper state of relaxation.

Something that can feel particularly welcome during pregnancy.

Why magnesium?

Most float tanks contain a high concentration of magnesium sulphate, commonly known as Epsom salts, which creates the buoyancy that allows your body to float so effortlessly.

Magnesium is also an ingredient we know well at PURE MAMA.

Our Magnesium Body Rub is formulated with Magnesium Chloride and SyriCalm™ to help ease tired, uncomfortable muscles, release tension and support a restful wind-down.

Think of it as a way to bring a little of that post-float feeling home.

Massage into tired legs, calves, hips, shoulders or anywhere that could use a little extra attention, particularly as part of your evening routine.

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Consider this your sign to float

Whether it’s the feeling of weightlessness, the quiet, or simply an hour where your body is fully supported, there’s a reason float therapy during pregnancy feels so appealing.

Lie back. Let the water take your weight. Enjoy doing absolutely nothing for a while.

If you’re pregnant, check with your healthcare provider and your chosen float centre before floating, particularly if you have pregnancy complications or have been advised to restrict certain activities.