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"Pregnancy Massage is a
safe, nurturing and effective
way to reduce many of the
adverse results of stress and
the accompanying
discomforts"
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Pre & Perinatal Massage a hands-on system specifically designed
to treat the discomforts of pregnancy and maintain optimum health
for the expectant woman, from her nine months of pregnancy, through
labor and postpartum, to the nursing period. This massage system
is a combination of various techniques, including Swedish Massage,
Reflexology, and Shiatsu.
While a woman is pregnant, the demands placed on her body are great
and dramatically ever changing. Pregnancy Massage is a safe, nurturing
and effective way to reduce many of the adverse results of stress
and the accompanying discomforts. There is a lot of literature and
scientific data that validates the prodigious, beneficial effects
of massage. One of its most powerful accomplishments is stress reduction.
Pregnancy Massage provides general relaxation as well as relief
from some of the most common discomforts of pregnancy: abdominal
pressure, allergies and sinus congestion, anemia, backaches, breast
soreness, carpal tunnel syndrome, charley horse and leg cramps,
constipation, heartburn and gas, edema, fatigue, headaches, hemorrhoids,
insomnia, morning sickness, nausea, sciatica, and varicose veins.
Emotionally, self-esteem and better body image can also be promoted
with Pregnancy Massage.
Pregnancy Massage can also provide specific points that may help
to stimulate or speed up labor, while promoting calmness and relaxation.
Ligaments, tendons, and joints enjoy greater flexibility. Back labor
can be relieved with Pregnancy Massage.
Pregnancy Massage promotes a greater kinesthetic sense to the pregnant
or laboring woman. In addition to this heightened physical awareness,
woman report feeling more confident and in control of their body.
During this emotional time, studies have shown that touch reduces
C-section rates and shortens labor.
During the first trimester, a woman can safely lie in any position,
as long as she is comfortable. However, in some cases, it is not
only preferred but also recommended that she be in a semi reclined
position while on her back. Lying on her stomach is safe during
the first 3 months. In the second and third trimester, the prone
position is not recommended, even with specialized equipment such
as "cut-out" tables or cushions. Side lying positioning
using several pillows is used to ensure the comfort and safety of
the client. The client is unclothed but covered with a sheet and
blanket, to ensure warmth and modesty for the client during this
special time. Natural oils and lotions are used during the massage
session. The massage session lasts about an hour and it is recommended
that for the first trimester she receives massage at least once
a month. During the second trimester the massage sessions can be
increased, if needed, to twice a month, and eventually leading to
once a week or more during the last stages of pregnancy.
The postpartum recovery period, considered to be six weeks after
birth, is a physically and emotionally demanding period of adjustment.
Pregnancy Massage can help realign the pelvis and possibly avoid
pregnancy-related back pain. A clockwise, circular Pettrisage, performed
every four hours, can expedite the return of the uterus to its pre-pregnant
condition. A full-body treatment offers relief for general soreness
and fatigue and promotes rapid healing. In addition, post-partum
blues, which may affect almost two-thirds of post-partum women,
is minimized with a general, relaxing treatment. The amount and
frequency of massage is dependant on the individual client. As always,
regular massage, in any case, is more effective. Often, after receiving
regular massage during pregnancy and post-partum, the woman realizes
the unlimited benefits she has felt and therefore continues once
a month or more indefinitely.
Pre and Perinatal Massage, also referred to as Mother massage or
Pregnancy Massage is a specialty and it is highly advised that a
woman seeking massage during pregnancy use a Therapist specifically
trained in this field.
For more information about Pre & Perinatal Massage,
please contact us.
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