Only Available in Balham
This is a massage therapy specifically tailored to meet the mother’s requirements. It is also known as pre-natal massage.
Research shows that massage may reduce stress hormones in your body and loosen and relax tension in your muscles. It can also increase your circulation, which is very important when you are pregnant, and keep the lymphatic system working efficienctly. And it can help reconnect your mind with your body.
Regular prenatal massages may also relieve:
- Elevated blood pressure, massage can assist by boosting circulation and to keep blood pressure stable.
- Balance hormones and help to release oxytocin and endorphins.
- Lower Back, neck and joint pain, massage can help to release the tightness and relieve the tension.
- Insomnia
- Leg cramping
- Sciatica
- Swollen hands and feet.
- Headaches and sinus congestion
To have a comfortable pregnancy massage, the mother’s body must be properly positioned and supported, using pillows and padding. Proper positioning ensures comfort and safety for the mother and baby.
Contra indications:
- Morning Sickness/Nausea
- Heavy vaginal discharge or if it is watery or bloody
- High Blood Pressure
- Pre-eclampsia
- Diabetes
- High temperature/fever
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Vomiting /diarrhea
- Unusual or identified pain
- Contagious illnesses
- As well as the above the usual contra indications to body massage apply.