Pregnancy and Postnatal Massage

Pregnancy Massage 

When a woman is pregnant, she will experience various physical and emotional changes.  Massage can help to balance out any problems, as well as helping to connect the woman to her baby.  This type of massage takes place in the side lying position, with cushions and bolsters used for support.  Different styles of massage will be used, such as sweeping strokes, deep tissue techniques and joint mobilisation, to suit the specific issue.

Some of the many benefits of pregnancy massage include:

• Lowering anxiety and depression
• Decreasing pain and muscle tension
• Improving sleep 
• Reducing swelling and headaches
• Lessening sciatic pain
• Increasing blood circulation which delivers more oxygen and nutrients to mother and baby

Postnatal Massage

Focusing on areas of the body that may have suffered since pregnancy and birth and areas under extra strain due to carrying baby and breastfeeding. Recommended for after your six week check.  

Some of the many benefits include:

• Relieving muscle tension
• Improving fatigue
• Helping to alleviate symptoms of postnatal depression
• Reducing water retention
• Helping to restore the body to its pre-pregnancy condition