For both Baby and mother.
Benefits of pregnancy massage
There are many potential benefits of massage for both mother and baby.
For Mother
1. Complementary care for support for physical changes eg massage for headaches rather than medication, strategies for working with common complaints such as puffy legs, varicose veins, back or shoulder tension.
2. Relaxation.
3. A focus on positive aspects of pregnancy such as the connection with the baby, her changing body and emotions.
4. A time when fears or concerns can be voiced.
5. Continuity of support from seeing the same therapist through the pregnancy and after the birth to work with her postnatally.
6. A space in which:
- Breathing and relaxation techniques can support the woman to relax and tune into her body, baby and feelings
- Exercises can be shown which can support the physical changes of pregnancy and be useful for birth preparation ie stretches to alleviate leg cramps, forward leaning to relieve back ache and encourage fetal positioning
- Postural awareness can be encouraged so that the physical changes can be better integrated
- The partner and other children can be involved in learning massage techniques and other self care strategies. This will help encourage communication between the couple and family and facilitate pre natal bonding with the baby.
For the baby or babies.
1. A calm, relaxed environment is likely to be of benefit for the baby as well as the mother
2. Helps to encourage mother/baby connection/bonding
3. May help encourage optimal fetal positioning
Our Specialist visiting Pregnancy Massage Therapist is always happy to answer any questions you may have prior to making an appointment.
