Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage is a combination of relaxation massage and deep tissue. The massage therapist adapts their techniques to address the changes a woman goes through during her pregnancy. A pregnancy massage using a selection of Swedish, deep and remedial massage techniques to reduce stress, decrease swelling, relieve aches and pains and reduce anxiety and depression. A pregnancy massage is performed with the woman on her side or back and customised to each woman’s needs.

For instance, in the early stages, the therapist will relax the body and loosen the muscles related to stress and any niggling injuries the mother may have, so these are not a concern in the later stages of the pregnancy.

In the second trimester, the therapist will change the technique to work on the upper body area and focus more on the lower body region, hips, and legs.

As the pregnancy progress to the third trimester, the treatment will accommodate more flowing movements to move any problematic fluid areas, focusing on the lower body region to loosen tight muscles in preparation for the birth. It may also incorporate the arms, hands and feet in cases of swelling.

Pregnancy Massage is just as crucial for the mother as it is for the child.

Would you mind discussing your needs with our massage therapists? They’ll be happy to tailor a massage solution for you that effectively addresses your ever-changing individual needs during this amazing time of your life.

What Conditions Benefit from a Pregnancy Massage?

Pregnancy massage benefits the following conditions:

• Stress and anxiety about the pregnancy
• Sore back & hips
• Headaches associated with pregnancy
• Pregnancy-related RSI
• Pubic symphysis
• Restless legs
• Sleep deprivation and tiredness

How Does a Pregnancy Massage Help You?

Pregnancy massage helps you target specific areas of the body that need to be relaxed or allow more movement. As your body changes during this time, it is essential to prepare the body and aid the differences instead of fighting them. Pregnancy is a joyful time in everyone’s lives, but it is also the most taxing on the body, so it makes sense to keep your body moving and in optimal health.

How Long Should You Book a Pregnancy Massage?

Pregnancy massages are usually between 1 hour in the first two trimesters. Please discuss your pregnancy with your massage therapist for the optimal duration during the final trimester.

What Frequency Works Best for a Pregnancy Massage?

While everyone’s needs will be a little different depending on your lifestyle, regular pregnancy massages work best on a monthly cycle. This usually correlates to the baby’s “major growth cycle,” in which the body goes through an enormous change.

For advice specific to your body’s needs, please ask your massage therapist how often you should have a massage to function optimally.