Benefits of a Prenatal Massage

 

A massage performed during pregnancy has many benefits:

 

• Reduces Anxiety

• Reduces Back Discomfort

• Reduces Joint Pain

• Improves Circulation

• Reduces Edema

• Reduces Muscle Tension

• Improves oxygenation of soft tissues and muscles

• Encourages a connection from mom to baby

 

 

When should a pregnancy massage be discussed with a health care provider first?

 

• High-Risk Pregnancy

• Pre Eclampsia

• Previous pre-term birth

• Having any sever swelling, high blood pressure or sudden, severe headaches

• Pregnancy hypertension