Prenatal massage shares many of the goals of regular massage - to relax tense muscles, ease sore spots, improve circulation and mobility, and just make you feel good.The birth of a child is eagerly looked forward but the discomfort that the mother to be faces is not really anticipated. Just as regular massage routines can provide relief for us when we are tired or have some type of muscular pain, a pregnancy massage has the ability to provide relief and benefits to the pregnant mother to be.
How is pregnancy massage different from regular massage?
The mother's body must be properly positioned and supported during the massage, using pillows and padding. Proper positioning ensures comfort and safety for the mother and baby.
When And How To Massage:
Although some schools recommend avoiding massage during the first three months of pregnancy, many women find gentle massage throughout their pregnancy to be very beneficial.When massaging a pregnant woman you must be very gentle, particularly on the abdomen and lower back.Avoid using deep pressure and percussive strokes.
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage include:
#Tranquil relaxation and reduce stress.
# Relief from muscle cramps, spasms, and myofascial pain, especially in the lower back, neck, hips, and legs.
# Increase in blood and lymph circulation, which can reduce swelling.
# Reduces stress on weight-bearing joints.
# Massage increases local and general blood circulation, which brings more oxygen and nutrients to the cells of both the mother and fetus. This means greater vitality and less fatigue for mom and better nourishment for her baby.
# Massage stimulates glandular secretions, which helps stabilize hormone levels.
# Massage can help relieve depression or anxiety caused by hormonal changes mom is experiencing.
