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Why is massage important during pregnancy?
What is good massage?
How is pregnancy massage different?
Post natal massage
Benefits of pregnancy massage
FAQ
When I can I come for pregnancy massage?
Can massage cause a miscarriage?
How does massage fit in with my health care during pregnancy?
When is pregnancy massage not advisable?
What do clients say?
What does the research say about pregnancy massage
Useful links
Why is massage important during pregnancy?
When pregnant your body goes through a series of "big" changes (literally!): tissues soften, your posture alters and your back is under additional strain. Of course there are major changes in your life after the birth (other parents said so, but I [Regina] didn't quite believe it until it happened to me). Massage from a qualified pregnancy massage practitioner supports you during these changes.
While you are nurturing your baby inside, massage nurtures you from the outside.
What is good massage?
We think you know when you receive a good massage: it is just right. Often you need to communicate what you expect from your massage: it could be relaxation, connection, nurturing, pain relief, energising, .... Usually there is an element of "right" pressure and pace. You are encouraged to breathe deeper, enjoy, release, "be" on the other side of your skin where you are being touched. If you are able to do that, you receive a good massage. As we are all unique and have different needs and expectations at different times, no two massages will be the same. In pregnancy massage there is another dimension: a growing baby is also involved.
In many aspects pregnancy massage is no different to massage for someone not pregnant as
- we help you to be comfortable regardless of shape and size, using the body cushion, other cushions, the fitness ball, armchair, massage chair - whatever is appropriate.
- we tailor every massage to the client's needs
- we encourage you to connect with yourself
You might have gathered that you don't need to have a problem in order to benefit from massage. Massage will support you in your pregnancy by
- encouraging you to get in touch with yourself - connecting with your inner wisdom and strength
- touch you physically, emotionally, spiritually - you decide
- emotional support and nurturing touch
- relaxation and stress relief - which helps to get more nutrients to the baby
- easing muscles that have to carry so much more weight;
- energising when you feel tired and heavy,
- relieving neck and back pain;
- assistance and advice on maintaining good posture;
- reducing swelling in hands and feet; easing carpal tunnel syndrome
- lessened sciatic pain and fewer calf cramps;
- headache and sinus congestion relief
- specific massage and advice for potentially debilitating pregnancy problems such as SPD (symphysis pubis dysfunction) and pregnancy oedema
- helping you to prepare for the birth
- using and teaching techniques which encourage you go into labour when you and your baby are ready
- working with (birth)partner on how to support you during pregnancy and labour
- helping your body to recover after the birth
- teaching you and/or your partner how to massage your baby
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