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Prenatal Massage Therapy


The Benefits of Prenatal Massage Therapy
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Therapeutic massage has been used for centuries to improve overall health, reduce stress, and relieve muscle tension. Research shows prenatal massage therapy can help reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labor outcomes and newborn health. Prenatal massage therapy addresses different needs through varying techniques, one of which is called Swedish Massage.
Swedish Massage aims to relax muscle tension and improve lymphatic and blood circulation through mild pressure applied to the muscle groups of the body. Swedish Massage is the recommended massage method during pregnancy because it addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts.
Hormone regulation
Studies done in the past 10 years have shown that hormone levels associated with relaxation and stress are significantly altered when massage therapy is introduced to women’s prenatal care. This leads to mood regulation and improved cardiovascular health.
In women who received bi-weekly massages for only five weeks, hormones such as norepinephrine and cortisol (hormones associated with stress) were reduced, and dopamine and serotonin levels were increased (low levels of these hormones are associated with depression).
Reduction of swelling
Edema, or swelling of the joints during pregnancy, is often caused by reduced circulation and increased pressure on the major blood vessels by the heavy uterus. Massage helps to stimulate soft tissues to reduce the collection of fluids in swollen joints. This also improves the removal of tissue waste carried by the body’s lymph system.
Improvement of nerve pain
Sciatic nerve pain is experienced by many women in late pregnancy as the uterus rests on muscles of the pelvic floor and lower back. The pressure of the uterus spreads tension to the muscles of the upper and lower leg, causing them to swell and put pressure on nearby nerves.
Massage therapy addresses the inflamed nerves by helping to release the tension on nearby muscles. Many women have experienced a significant reduction in sciatic nerve pain during pregnancy through massage.
Precautions for prenatal massage
As with any therapeutic approach to pregnancy wellness, women should discuss massage with their prenatal care provider.
Women who have recently experienced bleeding, pre-term contractions, or have any of the following conditions should speak with a health care provider prior to receiving a massage:
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High-risk pregnancy
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Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH)
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Preeclampsia
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Previous pre-term labor
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Experiencing severe swelling, high blood pressure, or sudden, severe headaches
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Recently gave birth
Prenatal Massage Pricing
Prenatal Swedish Massage
Prenatal massage is a type that's similar to regular massage – it aims to relax tense muscles, ease sore spots, improve circulation and mobility. Additionally, there are few modifications with body positioning that can ensure the safety and comfort for both mother and baby. It can be customized to the needs of pregnant women and their changing bodies.
*Women must be past their first trimester*
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60 - Minute Massage $100
90 - Minute Massage $130
Prenatal Massage
Packages
Save $10 off each massage
3x60 Prenatal Massage Sessions $270
3x90 Prenatal Massage Sessions $360
Save $15 off each massage
6x60 Prenatal Massage Sessions $510
6x90 Prenatal Massage Sessions $690