Is Massage Safe During Pregnancy?
Massage is a safe treatment option that many pregnant women take part in regularly, not only for the physical benefits, but also the positive effects it has on their mental wellbeing.
At Aim Cosmetic and Wellness, our therapists’ goal is to ensure you are provided with optimal and knowledgable care as well as a luxurious experience.
To aid in making your pregnancy massage as comfortable as can be we use a pregnancy specific pillow; the BELLY PILLOW.
This pillow allows the mother to lay on her stomach during the massage. The pillow is specifically designed to alleviate lower back pain when lying face down. To learn more about the belly pillow head to their website.
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
Relieve muscle aches
Reduce joint pain
Reduction in swelling of hands and feet
Hormone regulation
Reduce stress/anxiety
Relieve insomnia
Things To Note
It is recommended to avoid massage in the first trimester
Despite what you have heard there is no “magic pressure point” that will bring on labor
If you are in your second half of your pregnancy it is advisable to not lay on your back as the pressure from your baby can reduce circulation to the placenta
Finally, it is always worth getting the green light from your primary healthcare provider