Pre-Natal Massage

A woman undergoes many physical changes during pregnancy that can lead to physical and emotional stress that can be effectively addressed with therapeutic massage. The weight of a growing baby places significant strain on the back, neck, shoulders, legs and abdominal muscles, and many women also struggle with insomnia during pregnancy, which only contributes to pregnancy-related physical and emotional issues.

Pre-Natal Therapy Benefits

Studies from the American Pregnancy Association indicate massage therapy performed during pregnancy helps to improve mood, induce relaxation, decrease depression, reduce swelling during pregnancy, and improve labor outcomes and newborn health.

Getting a prenatal massage is extremely beneficial to an expectant mother's emotional and psychological health throughout her pregnancy. Therapeutic touch is a wonderful nurturing gift for mother and baby to enjoy prenatal bliss. Massage enhances blood circulation, which provides more oxygen and nutrients for both mother and baby. Natural endorphins are released through the promotion of the parasympathetic system, calming the nervous system. Both the baby and mother are in a relaxation response.

As the baby grows within the mother's body, her posture and alignment may be compromised by the extra weight. Massage alleviates stress on weight-bearing joints and musculo-fascial structures (sacro-lilac joint, midback, lumbar spine and hips), allowing her more flexibility and tone of the muscles, making her more capable of carrying the extra load during pregnancy.

Helpful Knowledge for Pregnant Women

Women with a low-risk, normal pregnancy can enjoy prenatal massage throughout their pregnancy. If, at any time during the massage session, you experience discomfort, please advise your therapist immediately. Women with a high-risk pregnancy should consult their doctor or midwife before beginning a massage therapy program. We recommend the expectant mother receive consistent massages by scheduling a massage once every two weeks up to the third trimester and every week afterwards.

Clients are carefully positioned with comfortable support pillows in a relaxing environment. Spa Bliss’s specially trained therapists are happy to provide practical knowledge and professional recommendations on various aspects of personal prenatal care. Our caring Certified Maternity Massage Specialist, Tina, is trained to treat and assess pregnancy-related symptoms, such as discomfort while sleeping and other associated concerns, in conjunction with therapeutic massage therapy treatments. Our gentle prenatal techniques are customized to each individual to ensure the comfort and relaxation of our clientele.