Massage in pregnancy is a wonderful experience. It helps a woman relax and supports her body during a period of physiological change. Pregnancy can put a strain on the body and massage can help to relieve aches and pains and other common health problems experienced during pregnancy. Massage provides a special time for the client to unwind and helps to women focus on their body and their baby.
Massage is good for the baby too. Research has shown that the unborn baby can be affected by the stress levels experienced by its mother. Massage has an indirect relaxing effect on the baby as the mother releases oxycotin and prolactin as a result of skin stimulation. Pregnancy massage A gentle massage therapy tailored with care for expectant mums. Click to scroll. Massage increases muscle tone and flexibility, enhancing the ability to carry this extra weight while also relieving aches and pains, leg cramps and muscle spasms Eases the load on the heart and helps keep blood pressure in check Enhances the pliability of skin and underlying tissues Supports the return of blood to the heart and increases blood flow to the uterus and placenta.
With the enormous demands placed on the circulatory system during pregnancy, blood volume may increase up to 60 percent compared to pre-pregnancy levels. As pregnancy progresses and the uterus enlarges and presses deep into the pelvic bowl, venous return to the heart is hampered Prepares the mother-to-be for an easier delivery with its sedating effect on the nervous system, promoting relaxation and stress relief Offers a natural, safe, drug-free alternative choice for pain relief, since taking medications are often limited during a pregnancy for the sake of the unborn child In addition to the physical benefits, prenatal massage provides expecting women with the emotional support and nurturing touch provided by nonsexual human touch and energy.
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