Receiving massage treatments throughout your pregnancy is a wonderful way to nurture your own body as well as your baby within. A pregnancy massage is recommended every two to three weeks during the second trimester, & every one to two weeks in the third trimester.
Benefits
“Research shows a decrease in anxiety, stress hormones, & obstetrical complications in women who receive massages regularly during their pregnancies” ~The Touch Research Institute- More energy & less fatigue
- Increases muscle tone & flexibility
- Relief from aches, pains & muscle cramps
- Total body relaxation & better, deeper sleep
- Soothes the nervous system & reduces stress
- Regulates blood pressure & stabilises hormonal levels
- Aids circulation & lymph drainage – reduces swelling & oedema
- Alleviates stress on weight-bearing joints (back, pelvis & ankles)
- Relaxation of muscles can aid the rotation of breech presentation
- Relieves anxiety, lifts depression & encourages pre-birth bonding
- Facilitates transitions through emotional support & physical nurturing
- Preparation & loosening of the pelvis before birth (for an easier childbirth)
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