Prenatal Massage for the relief of pain, stress and discomfort during and after pregnancy
Pregnancy Massage
The pregnancy test comes back positive. A deluge of emotions ensues. Our responses may range from exhilaration and relief to anxiety and fear. We embark on the journey of preparing for a little one, navigating information overload, unsolicited advice, and loads of marketing.
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The Best Way To Prepare Your Body For Labour
Regular massages will promote relaxation, encouraging the mom to breathe deeply, focus on her bond with baby and even sleep. Under the nurturing care of an experienced RMT, however, both the mom and her baby will reap the benefits.
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All Services Are Provided by Registered Massage Therapists.
Benefits:
- Improved sleep
- Reduce fear and anxiety
- Reduce fear and anxiety
- Ease hip/pelvic pain
- Support immune system
- Nourish bond with baby
- Promote blood flow to baby
- Prepare for labour
Positioning:
- Mom treated sidelying to promote mom’s cardiac function, decrease edema, prevent hypotension and sinus congestion
- Mom supported by pillows and bolsters for comfort, optimal alignment, safety
Technique:
- Gentle but firm pressure applied to low back, head neck shoulders, legs, arms, hips
- General Swedish Massage, DeepTissue Massage for hips/tight gluteal muscles, Lymphatic Drainage, Accupressure, Stretching
Prentanal Massage
Massage can decrease the tight muscles and fascia in and around the pelvis, chest, arms and legs, bringing much relief and decreasing pain. Best to start during first trimester.
A Nurturing Massage
As the pregnancy progresses, the massage therapist can show both mom and partner safe, soothing techniques for use at home and for during labour.