Pregnancy Massage

Mothers-to-be begin planning for a successful and healthy pregnancy from the very moment they find out they are expecting. The arrival of a new baby is a very exciting time, but it is also a physically and emotionally taxing time for expectant mothers. During the eventful nine months of pregnancy, an expectant mother needs to ensure that she adequately receives a proper balance of nutrition, rest, and exercise. Lacking in any one of these areas can create harmful effects for both mother and baby. Unfortunately, many common discomforts of pregnancy can prevent a mother from meeting the body’s changing needs.

Prenatal Massage Therapy Can Really Make A Positive Difference

Pregnancy massage, or prenatal massage, are specific terms used to describe a therapeutic massage treatment performed by a registered massage therapist, to help alleviate the troublesome symptoms and risks associated with pregnancy, such as:

• Sciatica
• Headaches
• Low back pain
• Swelling in the extremities
• Muscle tension
• Sleep disturbances

How Prenatal Massage Can Help

Studies from the University of Miami, School of Medicine, show that just 20 minutes of pregnancy massage twice a week for five weeks:

• Diminishes stress hormones in the body
• Helps regulate mood swings
• Reduces anxiety and encourages relaxation
• Helps to relieve stress on the lower back, pelvis, and ankles
• Improves blood and lymph circulation
• Reduces swelling and improves the baby’s oxygen supply
• Relaxes muscle knots that cause cramping, tightening, and stiffness
• Improves muscle and skin tone
• Assists in promoting better sleep patterns

Studies also report that expectant moms who receive regular pregnancy massages may:

• Experience lower rates of premature birth
• Have fewer obstetrical complications
• Birth babies with fewer postnatal complications

During pregnancy, working with one of our downtown Vancouver pregnancy massage therapists can help towards ensuring the healthiest and happiest pregnancy possible. The purpose of prenatal massage is to support a healthy, happy mom, and an uncomplicated labour, delivery and recovery.

Post-Natal Massage

In addition to helping mothers experience a healthy and relaxing pregnancy, massage can also help postpartum, as it’s particularly beneficial to returning to an active lifestyle. Massage therapy can help ease the transition from pregnancy to motherhood by offering both physical and emotional boosts. Physically, massage therapy can help to recondition muscles and connective tissues. It is also useful in eliminating excess fluid retention, and improving skin’s elasticity in overstretched areas.

Emotionally, massage therapy is an excellent source of stress relief for new moms. Massage therapy provides relaxation while relieving aching muscles in the shoulders and neck.

Book Your Prenatal Massage Today

At Everest Therapeutics, we offer the best in therapeutic prenatal and postnatal massage in Vancouver. Contact one of our registered massage therapists today to discover for yourself, the bliss and benefits of pregnancy massage.