Prenatal Massage
Rates: 1 hour, $80 | 1 1/2 hour, $110
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. But it's also tailored specifically to the needs of pregnant women and their changing bodies, and therapists who are trained in prenatal massage adjust their techniques accordingly.
In order to keep her comfortable the Therapist may use a reclined position where the client is propped up and completely supported by pillows while lying on her back. Having the client lie on either side is also an extremely comfortable and functional position used for our pregnant clients.
Benefits of Prenatal massage:
- May increase blood and lymphatic circulation
- May reduce edema and high blood pressure.
- May reduce stress that is linked to the development of many pregnancy complications
- Promotes relaxation through emotional support and physical nurturing
- May stimulate endocrine changes that promote rest and relaxation
- May reduce musculoskeletal pain and strain
- Helps develop the movement awareness, flexibility and relaxation preparation that is beneficial for the labor and birth
- May contribute to shorter, less painful labor and reduce labor complications
- May contribute to nurturing maternal behavior and stronger mother infant bonding
- Provides positive educational and emotional support for mothers to be aware of the natural ..changes that accompany their pregnancies
Is massage safe to receive when you are pregnant?
In general yes, however there may be certain conditions that may or may not be related to the pregnancy that would preclude massage or certain types of massage. This may include women at risk for preterm labor, women with blood clots or clotting disorders, and other ailments. We recommend that you have a written notice from your doctor or midwife before receiving massage therapy during pregnancy. Massage done during the first trimester is generally up to the therapist, the woman and her practitioner. Massage has never been associated with an increased risk of miscarriage.
