Pregnancy Massage
- Marie Wickstrom
- Feb 2, 2014
- 2 min read
Many think that massage is only a luxory benefit. But one of the most beneficial times may be during Pregnancy.
What is Pregnancy Massage?
Pregnancy Massage is considered for Pre- & Postnatal Massage. This is during the time your are expecting and right after you have delivered your baby.
An hour and a half is the best time for a Pregnancy Massage. There are massage tables that are made for pregnancy massage but we at Baby Bliss use sidelying technique accompanied by comfy pillows. Lying on your side is often the most comfortable position at a later stage of your pregnancy.
Pregnancy can be really stressful both mentally and physically. The changes and preparation for the unknown and your unborn child can be hard so a massage may help you on in a major way in both ways.
What are ommon ailments duing pregnancy?
Nausea
Stretchmarks
Headaches and Migraines
Constipation
Diarrhea
Swelling/Edema (Hands, Arms & Legs)
Round Ligament Pain
Pregnancy Cramps
Lower Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Sciatica/Piriformis
What are the possible benefits of Pregnancy Massage?
~Release beneficial hormoes that can help calm the baby & help to develop emotional intellegence.
~Elevates DHEA in the body that helps the baby to grow.
~Helps eliminate the stress hormones.
~Reduces anxiety & depression.
~Helps increase your level of happiness and a positive body view.
~Lowers heart rate & blood pressure. This helps lowering the risk of pre-eclampsia.
~Helps to release Endorphins into the blood stream-helps to reduce a higher level of pain by being present.
~Helps with sleeping better by stimulating the Pineal gland that secrets melatonin. It also boost immunity against illnesses.
~Increases your bodies ability to produce Neuropeptides that aids the communication with your baby.
~The ability to connect with your baby.
There is no reason why you can not make your Pregnancy Experience a better one.




















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