Pregnancy Massage
A pregnancy massage is a specially adapted gentle and soothing massage tailored specifically for the mother-to-be.
What is Pregnancy Massage?
Pregnancy massage is a natural way to reduce stress and promote overall wellness for you and baby(s). This massage will help to relieve many of the common discomforts experienced during pregnancy, such as low back & hip pain, tight shoulders, leg cramps, headaches, and swelling (edema) of the lower limbs.
Performed as a side-lying massage, you will be cozy and comfortable with pillows to support your body and belly during the entire massage. We will focus on your specific needs depending on your stage of pregnancy and your individual experience.
What are the Benefits of Pregnancy Massage?
- Improves circulation: This has been one of the greatest benefits of massage! Improving your circulation means your body is better able to deliver more nutrients and oxygen to your body & baby. This is super important, because the more nutrients and oxygen your body & baby receive, the better they can grow and develop while keeping you healthy too!
- Can help labor time: A study published in the Expert Review of Obstetrics and Gynecology revealed that women who received a prenatal massage regularly had shorter labors (three hours shorter on average!) and less demand for pain medication. This is likely due to lowered stress levels
- Reduces risk of premature labor: One study noted that, in China, where prenatal massages and other forms of complementary medicine are regularly practiced, the rate of premature birth is only 1 percent (it is 14 percent in America!). Prenatal massage is thought to reduce your risk of premature labor, because it reduces cortisol levels.