Pregnancy Massage at WitsendHealth
Having a baby is a magical time – but it can feel overwhelming, too. Your body changes every day as your baby grows, your hormones change and your relxin increases.
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We aim to relax tense muscles, ease aches and sore spots, improve circulation and mobility, and just make you feel good about your body. A maternity massage is ideal for ladies throughout their pregnancy, as it can help the body adapt to the changes faced with pregnancy.
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Benefits of Pregnancy Massage:
Stress reduction and relaxation – Pregnancy is often a time of intense emotion - both positive and negative. With all of these concerns, the pregnant woman will usually experience increased stress. Experts agree that relaxation has positive results for both mother and baby and increases the chance of a positive birth experience.
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Circulatory Benefits – Massage produces reflexes that promote delivery of oxygen and nutrients and removal of waste material.
Reduction of musculoskeletal strain and pain – Massage helps to alleviate cramps, pelvic pain, sciatica, lower back pain and neck and shoulder pain.
Increases digestive function - helps to improve pre and post natal respiratory function.
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