Pregnancy Massage

Our certified pregnancy massage therapists specialize in prenatal and post-partum treatments, offering safe, relaxing and therapeutic benefits to our expecting mothers-to-be. Our staff can help address the common side effects of pregnancy, such as sore hips and back, swollen limbs, tension and insomnia.

Pregnancy massage is a form of therapy massage that is custom-made for pregnancy or post-pregnancy. Involving bodywork designed to help improve circulation and lymphatic systems, it can reduce the level of strain on joints and muscles.   Massage is also known to help reduce headache and swelling of the hands and feet.  It can be very advantageous in the second and third trimester of pregnancy when additional weight of the baby, puts additional strain on the back. The most popular techniques used in pregnancy massage are derived from the Swedish massage techniques.

How it Differs from Regular Massage

This massage style requires that the massage be adjusted to accommodate the body of the pregnant woman. Massaging the points, some well around the wrists, and ankles, might stimulate the uterus leading to the start of contractions. Therefore, it is imperative that the massage therapist be well versed in pregnancy massage, and be very specific in their technique.

What Makes it Safe During Pregnancy

Massage during pregnancy is safe, as long as you find a certified licensed massage therapist that specializes in pregnancy massage.

The massage therapist will massage using long stokes over tight muscles, helping to relax and relieve stored tension. However, there is need for pregnant women to always seek their doctors’ advice before opting for pregnancy massage.

Are There Times During Pregnancy that Massage is Not Safe?

Massage is not safe during the first trimester of pregnancy.  The body is in a very fragile state during this time, and massage can have unintended consequences.   It is best to play it safe, and wait until safely in the second trimester before proceeding with pregnancy massage.