Prenatal Massage

Prenatal massage is always relaxing, with many therapeutic effects

. However, massage therapists express that it becomes increasingly difficult as the mother grows larger to provide Deep Tissue and firmer pressure during the massage. This is mainly due to positioning of the client on the table.Pregnancy massage is mostly a modification of Swedish massage. The therapist makes accommodations so that the client (you, the Mom-to-be) is comfortable and peaceful.

There are two types of pregnancy massages- labor massage and post pregnancy massage. The mothers who are waiting for their delivery can be extremely benefited with the labor massage. They have wonderful effects in relaxing them. This is performed on the expecting mother while she lies on one side at a reclined posture. She can also afford to lie down on her belly if she is using a pregnancy pillow under it.

Every pregnancy comes complete with aches and pains. It's not a welcome inclusion but it is a non-negotiable part of the deal. Prenatal massage can be of enormous benefit to expectant mothers. We will discuss here the top benefits, some precautions one should consider, and some of the methods used when applying pre-natal massage therapy.

A masseuse trained in prenatal massage can manipulate the affected muscles to increase comfort, and the release of endorphins associated with massage can ease some of the emotional effects of the pregnancy. Swedish massage is the recommended prenatal massage method during pregnancy because it addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts during pregnancy.

Prenatal massage is meant to alleviate tension, help minimize aches and pains throughout the body, improve circulation, and make the mother feel better about the whole experience in general. Some areas where stress seems to accumulate are the back, neck and shoulders. Legs can also benefit, since massaging helps reduce blood pooling, and the head, feet, hands and face can be gently massaged to help relieve tension.

Prenatal massage has been shown to alleviate stress on weight-bearing joint, reduce muscle aches, decrease the risk for stretchmarks, increase circulation, improve digestion and reduce fatigue. In addition, it just plain feels nice. Prenatal massage is tailored to the needs of pregnant women. Because a woman's center of gravity changes the further along she is in her pregnancy, additional stress is put on her shoulders, neck, back and hips. She's also carrying additional weight in the front of her body. A trained prenatal massage therapist knows how to treat the aches and pains caused by these changes.

The bigger question is, "What RMT is a specialist in pregnancy massage?" Technically, RMTs cannot say they specialize in any one treatment or technique. This is a regulatory requirement of our governing body, the CMTBC .To work with this regulation you will see RMTs use words like: "focus", "area of treatment" or "training in". To find an RMT that works best for you I suggest looking for a personal referral and research that RMT online.

Preparing for a new baby and dealing with the stress of bodily changes can be a very happy yet stressful time in life. When stressed your body releases a hormone called cortisol. Massage helps lower the amount of cortisol in the blood and raises the amount of the feel good hormone dopamine.Decreases swelling in hands, feet, legs and arms - This common problem of pregnancy occurs because fluid builds up in the extremities. Massage increases the circulation of blood and lymph helping the carry the excess fluid from the extremities and decreasing swelling.

Prenatal Massage

By: Keelin Orla

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