What is a pregnancy massage?
Pregnancy massage is a catch-all term for any hands-on massage during or after pregnancy (prenatal or postnatal massage). A pregnancy massage typically lasts an hour. Using a specially designed pillow to position a woman comfortably on their side. This helps especially during the later stages of pregnancy. Lying on your side is often the most comfortable position. This treatment is available from 12 weeks.
what are the benefits?
As well as feeling relaxed, there are many benefits to having a pregnancy massage, such as, Muscular discomforts such as leg cramps, muscle stiffness, tension and knots – massage improves circulation and can therefore stimulate the flow of blood to these areas, easing discomfort. Muscular imbalance caused by postural changes – massage can help the lumbar region to regain balance and relieve discomfort. Sciatic pain during pregnancy can be caused by a tight buttock muscle – massage can help to relax this muscle and relieve the pain caused by the pinched nerve. Constipation – regular abdominal massage will encourage your bowels to move. Headaches and sinus pain – massage of the face, neck and shoulders can help to alleviate sinus pressure and headaches caused by tension.Swelling/oedema – extra pressure your uterus places on your legs can lead to swelling in your feet and ankles. Massage can improve circulation and lymph flow to the affected areas, helping to reduce swelling.
1HR £60 30MIN £35
