Prenatal Massage Melbourne

Therapeutic massage has been used from ancient times up to the present for improving wellness and health of every individual. It has been used to reduce stress, relieve pains and muscle tensions and to enhance natural healing of the body.

One of the therapeutic massages is the prenatal massage. Studies reported that therapeutic massage during pregnancy has several health benefits to a pregnant woman. During pregnancy, woman experiences different changes physically and emotionally. It will take time for her to adapt to her new body image. Pregnancy, regardless of its circumstances, challenged and changed a woman’s body at the same time, stressed it in many different ways. Prenatal massage can give special attention to the pregnant woman that can give her the feeling of being cared and pampered. In return, the baby inside her will be nurtured.
Hormonal imbalance is expected to a pregnant woman. Her level of hormones associated to relaxation and stress change significantly. Several studies shown that massage during pregnancy can regulate mood, reduce stress and improved cardiovascular health. It also lessens anxiety and symptoms of depression.

 Like any other massages, it also promotes good circulation and body tone, relieves fatigue, both physical and mental, enhances the functions of muscles and joints, and relieves spasm and pains that is normally present to a pregnant woman. Thus edema or swelling of joints during pregnancy can be prevented or if not, reduced.  It also improves the labor outcome.

It is uncomfortable for a pregnant woman to lie facedown even at the start of their pregnancy because of the swollen breasts.  Some massage therapists provide special kind of table or pillow to make the mother-to-be comfortable in getting a massage.

In Melbourne, they use a futon with pregnancy pillows. Some massage therapists in this city do not recommend massage during the first trimester of the pregnancy unless the pregnant woman has had regular massages before the pregnancy. Since discomforts and strains are expected while the baby inside her womb is growing, especially on her lower back and hips, then on legs, massage therapists usually give more work on these parts. They also advise their clients on techniques and positions to use during labor, and give some suggestions on how their partner can support them.

Prenatal massage has been proven beneficial by several studies conducted in many countries such as United Kingdom, United States, Australia and many more. It addresses several discomfort brought by skeletal and circulatory changes.  Some pregnant women might hear negative opinions about the safety and purpose of prenatal massage from their health communities, however, modern studies prove the health benefits. Women should give careful consideration to prenatal massage. Though, massage is a good way for prenatal care, it is still best and important to ask the qualifications of the therapist before getting one. Therapists that are trained for pregnant woman and certified to give prenatal massage are recommended.

Pregnant women should consult with their doctor before receiving any prenatal treatments.