PREGNANCY MASSAGE can be a wonderful experience. There are many reasons why massage during pregnancy is so beneficial, but ultimately it is because it helps a woman relax and supports her body through a period of great psychological and physical change. It can:
- Bring relief from back pain associated with muscular tension: a National Childbirth Trust study showed that 75% of women who suffered from lower back pain greatly benefited from pregnancy massage;
- Help reduce leg cramps, swelling and water retention;
- Help promote restful sleep and reduce or prevent pregnancy related insomnia;
- Give you the space to relax and enjoy your time you spend carrying your baby. Massage provides a very special time for you to unwind and help you focus on your body and your baby;
Pregnancy massage is great for the baby too. Research shows that the unborn baby can be affected by the stress levels experienced by its mother. Massage can have an indirect relaxing effect on the baby as mother releases beneficial hormones as a result of skin stimulation.