Certified Pregnancy Massage
Expectant
moms experience unique physical and emotional changes that occur as a
result of increased weight, shifting posture, and adjusting hormone
levels. While this is a beautiful period of heightened expectation and
joy, mothers-to-be also endure heightened physical discomfort that
ranges from muscular tension and headaches to pressure on the knees.
Prenatal massage is a natural, touch therapy treatment aimed at
alleviating these and other pregnancy related symptoms. Experienced
therapists choose techniques that are safe and effective for pregnant
women. Taking time for
yourself during pregnancy can be uplifting emotionally. The soothing
essence of massage allows pregnant moms to unwind and feel serene,
healthy, and comforted during a period of added physical and emotional
stress.
What are the benefits of pregnancy massage?
- Emotional support in a time of transition
- Relaxation and
stress reduction
- Immune system enhancement
- Increased blood and lymph
circulation
- Reduction of leg edema
- Relief of muscle spasms and
myofascial pain
- Reduction of strain in weight-bearing
joints
- Development of sensory awareness to
prepare for labor
- Improved labor outcome with reduced
pain perception and shorter labors
- Enhancement of a mother’s
ability to touch her own baby lovingly.