Massage During Pregnancy
Pregnancy massage can be of enormous benefit not only to the mother
but also to the unborn baby.
Pregnancy is a wonderful time for a woman but with the joys of the new baby’s development comes many changes to the mothers body putting pressure on joints, ligaments and organs, often causing discomfort and pain.
There is ample evidence which supports the tremendous benefits of pregnancy massage from easing aches and pains to reducing stress levels and releasing the feel good endorphins which are in passed onto the baby.
Receiving regular massage while pregnant can make the mother more aware of her own body. This can help with the ability to relax during the 1st stage of labour often resulting in shorter and easier births
A Summary of the benefits of massage in pregnancy:
Stimulation of the circulation: which will ensure that essential nutrients and fluids are distributed to vital organs in the body especially the placenta which will help feed and aid development of the baby.
Lymphatic drainage will eliminate toxins.
Releases muscular tension of the upper back, shoulders, lower back and hips, easing the discomfort of sciatica, prolapsed discs and Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction.
Releases compression on the nerves caused by muscle tension or oedema
Helps to avoid varicose veins from developing
Induces deep relaxation
Helps to lower or keep high blood pressure balanced
Helps reduce emotional stress
Helps reduce the heavy legs feeling
Only aromatherapy oils which are considered safe to use during pregnancy will be offered.