Pregnancy & Massage
Massage therapy is a great way to relieve
stress, sooth aching muscles and get rid of tension. No one needs this
more than a pregnant woman. Massage will reduce the stress that both the
mother and the baby feels.
How Is Prenatal Massage Different?
For starters, unlike a traditional massage,
your therapist will place you on your side with pillows for comfort and
support. The massage will concentrate on a woman's neck, back and pelvic
region. All of the areas that are usually stressed by a pregnancy. Your
therapist will accommodate any special needs you have and can avoid any
areas that you feel too modest to expose.
What Are The Benefits Of Massage On
Pregnancy?
The biggest benefit is that it reduces stress.
Stress hormones are felt by both the mother and the baby. It will also
help relieve aches and pains that can make pregnancy so unbearable at
times.
Finding A Therapist
A pregnant woman must take special care when
looking for a massage therapist. Not all therapists are skilled or even
comfortable giving a prenatal massage. When making an appointment be sure
to inform your massage therapist that you are pregnant and ask if they
have experience working with pregnant women.
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