The baby business is booming. Whether it’s conceiving them, nurturing them in the womb, or helping new mums restore their figures, there’s a five-star spa holiday designed to help prospective parents on their way.

PROCREATION VACATION

Westin St John Resort, US Virgin Islands

USP Three nights to promote fertility.

Ambience Luxury resort set in natural harbour near the national park.

Experience Couples massage using essential oils mixed to regulate women’s fertility cycles. Men have a reflexology session to boost virility.

Food Spicy pumpkin soup, said to promote fertility and lactation. Future dads can guzzle sea moss elixir – “the Caribbean’s Viagra”.

In-crowd Renée Zellweger and Kenny Chesney married there.

Wallet watch From £1,560 for two people sharing for three nights.

Need to know www.westin.com/stjohn For travel details contact www.usvitourism.vi

BABYMOONING

12 Apostles, Cape Town, South Africa

USP Perfect last blast holiday for pregnant parents-to-be.

Ambience Troglodyte’s dream – subterranean spa with nightclub vibe.

Experience Efficient staff wise to dos and don’ts for pregnant women in spas.

Food Melon kebabs, muffins and iced tea.

In-crowd Bikini’d babes and mums-to-be.

Wallet watch 90-minute pregnancy menu for £50.

Need to know 12apostleshotel.com

BABY BONDING

Hotel Thalassa Miramar, Biarritz, France

USP Mum enjoys four seawater treatments a day with her baby safe in the creche. The two then share a hot-tub session and learn baby massage.

Ambience More clinical than an English spa but still high on pampering.

Experience Revitalising rather than relaxing.

Food Fab slimming menu of 1,000 calories a day, which is too minimalist for breast-feeding mothers.

In-crowd Yummy mamas.

Wallet watch 7 nights from £1,840 all inclusive.

Need to know Erna Low (020-7594 0290; bodyandsoulholidays.com)

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