Pregnancy massage is a gentle form of massage
specially attuned to the needs of a pregnant
woman and tailored to support the physiological,
structural, and emotional well-being of both
mother and baby. Pregnancy massage has been
found to reduce stress, decrease swelling
in the arms and legs, and relieve aches and
pains in muscles and joints.
It's a popular complementary therapy
during pregnancy for back pain, when choices
for pain relief, such as medication, are
often limited.
Not only can massage be physically beneficial,
but the human touch can be comforting and
provide emotional support during pregnancy.
Pregnancy massage is massage therapy specifically
tailored for the expectant mother's needs.
It is also called pre-natal 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.
Also, some massage techniques, such as deep
tissue work, cannot be used. Certain areas
of the body should be avoided during pregnancy.
Pregnancy massage has been found to
- decrease swelling in the arms and legs
- relieve aches and pains in muscles and joints
It's a popular complementary therapy
during pregnancy for back pain, when choices
for pain relief, such as medication, are
often limited.
Not only can massage be physically beneficial,
but the human touch can be comforting and
provide emotional support during pregnancy.
Massage therapy has been found to reduce
anxiety and depression.
