Prenatal Massage

Prenatal massage is designed to focus on the special needs of an expecting mother, as her body goes though dramatic changes due to pregnancy and childbirth. This practice is recommended during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters. The benefits include emotional support, decreased insomnia, help prepare the muscles that will be used during childbirth. The massage will also reduce swelling in both the hands and feet, enhance muscles and joint functions, helps ease recurring problems such as back and ligament pain, including sciatica, and promotes relaxation by decreasing blood pressure, and reducing the stress hormones in the body. This in-turn gives a nurturing effect on the baby and will help the delivery be less painful because the muscles are more relaxed making it easier for the new life that grows with in her.