Pregnancy Massage
More and more expectant mothers are today discovering the benefits of pregnancy massage.
The essence of massage treats both mother and baby and offers a wonderful experience of bonding and connection. This experience is carried through pregnancy and continues after the birth with a more relaxed, contented child and a more confident and happy mother.
Mums-to-be will know that during pregnancy most women feel some discomfort and added stress on their bodies at the different stages in their pregnancies and that a woman’s body undergoes many changes both physically and emotionally. A pregnancy massage by a therapist who has received specialist training in the field focuses specifically on these needs and as part of any woman’s prenatal care routine this therapeutic treatment will relax and revitalise you, in turn nurturing the new life that grows within you.
The Treatment
The massage treatment is mainly carried out in a side-lying position with specially designed pillows for your total support and comfort, ensuring no pressure is put on either your bump or your back. However, alternative positions can be used if they are more comfortable to you (e.g. seated massage). Indeed, the position you find most comfortable may keep changing as your pregnancy advances and I can adapt the massage to suit. You can choose from a relaxing total body massage incorporating scalp, face, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, back, hips, legs and feet, or I can tailor the massage to target your particular problem areas. Special care is taken throughout the massage to ensure that you and your baby are kept safe, comfortable and relaxed.