Pregnancy is a stunning experience but does not come without its share of stress both physically and psychologically. Pre and postnatal massages are therapeutic measures aimed at assisting woman during the gestation and the post childbirth stage. It improves pain perception and general health as well as promotes relaxation during this busy period of transition.
What Is a Prenatal Massage?
The massage for this moment is specifically for expectant mothers and their emotional and physical problems. The therapy is conducted with such techniques that the safety of mother and child is assured. Use of side lying built up or modified tables during treatment makes the procedure more relaxing.
Benefits of Prenatal Massage
1. Management of pains and aches:
It takes care of subsequent ailments arising during pregnancy such as lower back aches, pitting edema in the ankles and cramps in the legs during the night.
2. Enhanced Blood Flow:
Because it increases blood flow, it reduces swelling and helps to transport oxygen to the fetus.
3. Relieves Stress and Anxiety:
The gentle touch of a massage has a calming effect on the nervous system and decreases cortisol levels.
4. Improves Sleep:
Regular prenatal massage assists in better sleep since it alleviates pain and calms the nervous system.
What Is a Postnatal Massage?
The period immediately after a woman gives birth is also the time her body makes plenty of changes to heal and repair itself. A postnatal massage has these aims because it would help in relaxation, pain relief and balancing the body.
Benefits of Postnatal Massage
1. Promotes Recovery: It helps reduce the amount of time taken to heal as a result of improved blood flow and helps the body to detoxify.
2. Relieves Muscle Tension: The massage assists in relaxing the muscles in the neck, shoulders, and the lower back, which are all overworked during childbirth, breastfeeding, or carrying babies.
3. Hormonal Balance: Postnatal massage has been shown to also decrease stress hormones and enhance endorphin release that will elevate the mood and mitigate postnatal depression.
4. Encourages Better Sleep: New mothers will have trouble sleeping, so sleep deprivation is quite common; the massage helps ease both the mind and the body so one can go to sleep more quickly.
Safety Considerations
All pre and postnatal massage therapy procedures should be administered by specialists. For prenatal purposes, a provider’s opinion is sought before commencement of therapy in cases of high-risk pregnancy.
