When you become a mother, you are no longer the center of your own universe. You relinquish that position to your children.
Jessica Lange
Massage
Doula
Absolutely! During the first trimester, it is perfectly okay to get a massage. Certain modalities may not be recommended during this stage but there are different ways to address concerns. A certified prenatal massage therapist is trained to provide a safe tension relieving massage.
In many Eastern cultures, massaging mom just a few hours after delivery is quite common, although it’s often not promoted as an option in Western cultures. Ultimately, you can get a massage as soon as you feel ready, as long as you didn’t have a C-section.
Pregnancy brings on change within your body relatively fast. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. Massage helps with encouraging circulation, relaxation, promotes better sleep, and may help ease labor pains as you approach your due date.
Yes! You can definitely get deep tissue work done during pregnancy. Certified prenatal massage therapists are trained in the contraindications to provide a safe and effective treatment session for you.
Yup! It’s a pain in the butt to have to deal with that but it happens towards the end of your pregnancy. While it is normal, there are many ways massage therapy can provide some relief.